GENERAG POWER SYSTEMS, INC. Owner’s Manual GUARDIAN ty GENERAG POWER SYSTEMS, Liquid-cooled, Prepackaged Standby Generators Mode! Numbers (Watural Gas) 0907-2 00911-2 0090-2 © o0s122 009092 o0a13-2 009102 ogsr4.2 (Liquid Propane Vapor) 04120041160 oaino ont omtie0 §——oai18-0 oaso 041190 —A EXE A— ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS SHOULD ATTEMPT INSTALLATION!INTRODUCTION ‘Thank you for purchasing this model of the Guardian product line by Generae Power Systems. ‘This model is a compact, high performance, liquld= cooled, engine drwen generator designed to auto- ‘matically supply electsieal power t0 operate critical Toatls during a utlty power failure “This unit factory installed in an all-weather, metal enclosure that is intended exclusively for outdoor installation, This generator wil operate using either ‘vapor withdrawn hquid propane (LP) or natural gas, 4 READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY Ifyou do not understand any portion of this manual, Contact Generae of your nearest Generac/Guardian, ‘Authorized Dealer for starting, operating and sere- ‘ng procedures. Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals affixed to the generator. DANGER, WARNING, ‘CAUTION and NOTE blocks are used to alert you to Special instruction about a particular operation that fay be hazardous if performed Incorrectly or care: Tessly” Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows —s EEE A— [After this heading, you can read instructions that, if not strictly complied with will result in personal injury of propery damage. —A warning Ae— After this heading, you can read instructions that, {fot strictly complied with, may result in personal Injury or property damage —A caunon A— After this heading, you can read instructions that, i not stetly complied with, could result in damage to equipment andlor property. NOTE: ‘After this heading, you can read explanatory Hatements that require special emphasis. These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they indicate. Common sense and strict com pliance asth the special instructions while perform. Ih the service are easel to preventing aceidents Four commonly used safely symbols accompany the DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The typeof information each indicates fsa follows: ‘This symbol points out important safety informa- a Ton Rae lo Totowea could endanger personal [Sagyanalor propery of you and others. A 27a out potent eosin Raz (fy Tt 23Mbol points ou potential re hazard (py Tis sybot points out potential elect shock hazard. ‘he operator is responsible for proper and safe use athe equipment ‘We strongly recommend that the Speratot wed this Owners Manual and Woroushiy {Tfdestand all instructions belore sing thse Sen We also strongly recommend inating Siher users to propery tar and operate the Unie {his prepares ‘em Hf they need Yo operate the Super in an emergency @ CONTENTS This manual contains pertinent owner's informa tion, including warranty. electrical diagrams, exploded views and ists of repair parts, for the fol: lowing Guardian models: Natural Gas: 9907-2, 0908-2, 0909.2, 00910- 0013-2; d0013-2. 0oB1#-2 Tiguid Propane Vapor: G4112-0. 1113-0, 041140, 0115-0, 0416-0, 04117-0, 04115°0, 0919-0, 9 00911-2, ‘4 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE itis the operator's responsibility to perform all safe (yeheeke fo make sore that all aaintenance for Shi peration fs performed prompily, and to have ihe. Tguipment “checked "pertodcally bya Generat/Guardian Authored. Deaiet. Normal tmalgtenance service and feplacement of parte are The responsibly of the owner/operator at. 2 Sct are not considered defects in materalo oF Sorkinanshtp. within he cers of the warrant Thatvdval operating habits snd usage contbute 0 the need for maintenance service Proper maintenance and care f your generator ensure 2nium muds of problem an ep operating ‘expenses aa minimum. See your Generae/Guardian, ‘Rint Ovals fon service Ads and accesories @ HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE When your generator requires serieing or repairs Simply contact a Generac/Guardian Authorized Dealer for assistance. Service techinlelans are facto vained and are capable of handling all of your Service needs, When contacting a Generac/Guardian Authorized Dealer or the factory about parts and service; always supply the complete model number and Serial number of your unit as gen on its data ‘decal which is located on your generator Model No. Serta No. AUTHORIZED DEALER LOCATION ‘locale the GENERAC/GUARDIAN AUTHORIZED [DEALER nearest you, please call ths number 1-800-747-1530 DEALER LOCATION INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED AT THIS NUMBER,“Guardian Liquid cooled 10 WW, 15 KW 20 KW and 25 kW Generators Introduction ...-.-.Inside Front Cover Read This Manual Thoroughly 1c Contents, IFC Operation and Maintenance Re How to Obtain Service IRC ‘Authorized Dealer Locator Number IFC Safety Rules ernnnnnn — Section 1 ~ General Informatio a TA Unpacking/Inspection 4 Lt Lifting the Generator 4 1.2 The Generator 4 13. Generator AC Connection Systems 4 1.4 Automatic System Operation 5 15) Main Circuit Breaker 5 16 Engine Protective Devices 5 1:61 Law Oi Pressure Switch, 5 1.6.2 High Coolant “Temperature Switch 5 6.3 Low Coolant Level Switch 6 1.6.4 Overspeed Shutdown 6 1.6.5. Overerank Shutdown 6 1.7. Specifications. 6 UTA Generator 6 1.72. Engine 6 1.8 Bngine Ot! Reeammendations, 7 119. Fuel Requirements and Recommendations 7 Section 2 - Operation 2.1 Control Console Components 2.1.1 AC Voltmeter AC Ammeter AAC Frequeney Meter De Voltmeter Hourmeter Asto/OM/Manual Switeh, Fault indicator Lamp 30-amp Fuse. Meter Reading Selector Switch 2.1.10 Set Exeteise Time Switch 2.2. Using the Auto/Oti/Manual Switeh 2.2.1" “Autor Position 2.2.2 “OM Position 223 "Manual Position 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 L ccc rrr rnrre ne rable of contents WOE oF | (CONTENTS) Automatic Transfer Operation 9 Sequence of Automatic Operation 9 Manual Transfer Operation 10 25.1 Tranter to Generator Power Source 10 25.2 Transfer Back to Uulity Power Source 10 2.6 Engine Heater 10 2.7 Weekly Exercise Cycle n 28 GTS Transfer Switch n 28.1 Using a Standard GTS Transfer Swateh n Section 3 - Maintenance .... BL Checking the Engine Of Level 2 3.2. Changing the Engine Of and Filler 12 5.2.1 Engine OMl Recommendations =. 12 322 Ofland Filter Change Procedure. 12, 33. Changing the Engine Air Cleaner 13 34 Spark Plugs 1B 35. Battery Mamtenance 13 36 Cooling System a 3.7. Overload Protection for wine DC Blectrieal System 4 38 Fuse. 4 3.9. Engine Coolant. 4 5.10 Miscellaneous Maintenance 15 15 15 Out of Service Procedite 15 SALT Removal From Service 15 S112 Return to Service 15 Service Schedule 16 Section 4 - Troubleshooting. 4.1 Troubleshooung Guide Section 5 ~ Notes Section 6~ Electrical Data. Section 7 - Exploded Views and Parts Lists pe 26 Section 8 ~ Installation Drawings .. Section 9 ~ Warranty ..SAFETY RULES AX Important Safety instructions “Guardian Liguld-cooted 10 WW, 15 1,30 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe Ay creration be copied and posted near the unit's installation site. Safety should be stressed A {2 all operators and potential operators of this equipment. [Al WARNING: "The engine exhaust from this product ‘contains chemicals known tothe state ‘of california to eause cancer, birth Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing, operating or servicing this equipment. ‘Become familiar with this Oumer's Marwal and wath the unit. The generator ean operate safely, ef tently and reliably only tit Is property installed, operated and maintained. Many accidents are caused by fling to follow simple and fundamental rules or precautions. Generac cannot possibly anticipate every possi ble circumstance that might involve a hazard. The ‘warnings in this manual, and on tags and decals Dlised fo the unit are, therefore, notallanelusive. If you use a procedure, work method or operating Technique Generac does not specifically recom mend, you must saUsfy yourself that i is safe for you and others. You also must make sure the pro- edure, work method or operating technique that Sou choose does not render the generator unsafe —A EIEH A— A Seite the safe design of this generator ‘Operating this equipment imprudently, neglecting AtS'imaintenanee or being careless can cause possible injury or death. Permit only responsible [Ind capable persons to operate or maintain ths equipment Ay Retail lethal voltages are generated by ‘these machines. Ensure al steps are taken to render the machine safe before attempting to ‘work on the generator. Parts of the generator Da iting operation. Exerc ‘generators Ad ceneraL HazaRDS 4 For safely reasons. Generac recommends that the installation, inital start-up and mainte- hance of this equipment ss. carsied out by a Generae/Guardian Authorized Dealer. The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon ‘monoxide, which can be DEADLY. This danger- fous gas, sf breathed in sufficient concentrations, ‘can eause tinconselousness or even death, This Exhaust system must be installed properly. in ‘Strict compliance with applicable codes and stan: ‘dards, Following installation, you must do noth tng that might tender the system unsafe or in noncompliance with such codes and standards Keep hands, feet, clothing. etc, away from drive belts, fans, and other moving or hot parts. Never remove any drive belt or fan guard while the unt fs operating Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ven- tilating air ts eriical to correct generator opera: tlon. Bo not aller the installation or permit even parla! blockage of venUlation provisions, as this an seriously affect safe operation of the genera: tor. The generator MUST be installed outdoors. When working on this equipment, remain alert at Tl umes. Never work om the equipment when you dre physically or mentally fatigued Inspect the generator regularly, and contact your nearest Generac Guardian Authorized Dealer for parts needing repatt or replacement, Before performing any maintenance on the gen. trator, disconnect is battery cables to prevent fceldental start up. Disconnect the cable from the battery post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG bor) Mrs. Reconnect that cable last Never use the generator or any of fs parts as a Step. Stepping on the unit ean stress and break parts, and may result In dangerous operating ondisons from leaking exhaust gases, fue! leak ‘age ol leakage, etc