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Generator Systems
60000 Watt
Generator System
Series 60000
Operator’s Manual
This generator is rated in accordance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 2200 (stationary engine generator assemblies) and CSA (Canadian Standards
Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-4 (motors and generators).
NOT
for
REPRODUCTION
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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built GE generator. We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the GE brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your generator will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with standby generators and how to avoid them. Because we do not necessarily know all the applications this equipment could be used for, it i
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Table of Contents Safety Rules.......................................................... 4 Installation .......................................................... 7 For the Owner........................................................ 7 For the Installing Dealer/Contractor.................................... 7 Owner Orientation.................................................... 8 Fuel Factors.......................................................... 8 Generator Location ........................
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Safety Rules Important Safety Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possible important instructions that should be followed during circumstance that might involve a hazard. The warnings installation and maintenance of the generator and batteries. in this manual, and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are, therefore, not all-inclusive. If you use a procedure, work Safety Symbols and Meanings method or operating techn
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WARNING Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage. during recharging. Failure to properly ground generator could result Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and in electrocution. cause explosion, resulting in death or Failure to isolate generator from utility power could result serious injury. in death or serious injury to electric utility workers due to Battery electrolyte fluid contains acid and is extremely caustic. backfeed of el
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WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles or WARNING Hot pressurized coolant could cause serious injury. structures resulting in death or serious injury. Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting in serious injury. • DO NOT open radiator cap when hot. • DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases. • Before servicing, allow coolant to cool. • Allow equipment to cool before touching. CAUTION Installing the 15A fuse could cause the engine • Exhaust outlet si
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Installation We sincerely appreciate your patronage. For this reason, we Only current licensed electrical and plumbing have made every effort to provide for a safe, streamlined professionals should attempt generator system and cost-effective installation. Because each installation is installations. Installations must strictly comply with all unique, it is impossible to know of and advise the trade of all applicable codes, industry standards and regulations. conceivable procedures and methods
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Owner Orientation This section provides generator owners with the information gaseous fuel supply increases, and the number of 90 degree necessary to achieve the most satisfactory and cost effective bends in the fuel supply increases, compensations in piping installation possible. and wiring materials must be made. This is necessary to comply with local codes and overcome electrical voltage The illustrations are for typical circumstances and are meant drops and gaseous fuel pressure drops.
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Generator Location The actual physical location of your generator has a direct WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an affect on: odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide could result in death, serious 1. The amount of plumbing required to fuel injury, headache, fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, your generator. seizures, nausea or fainting. 2. The amount of wiring required to control and connect • Operate this product ONLY outdoors. your generator.
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Controls 60 kW Generator Read this operator’s manual and Important Safety Instructions before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations of this model with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A B C D F E G H S H R P N M K J L Generator is pictured with access doors removed for clarity and screen guard open for clarity. A A‑ Exhaust Port — High-performance muffler lowers engine J J
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System Control Panel Compare this 60 kW control panel illustration with your generator to familiarize yourself with the location of these important controls: B F C D E A A ‑ Cir cuit Breaker — Protects the system from shorts E E – 15 Amp Fuse — Protects the home generator DC A control circuits. If the fuse has ‘blown’ (melted open) and other over-current conditions. Must be ON to or was removed, the engine cannot crank or start. supply power to the automatic transfer switch. Replace the f
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Access Ports The generator is equipped with an enclosure that has Each generator is equipped with a set of identical keys. These several access doors. The doors are named for a significant keys fit the locks that secure the access doors. component located behind them, as follows: NOTICE Before opening and/or removing doors, remove A - Fuel Inlet port (shown for reference) power to the unit by using the following procedures: A B - Control Panel door (may be two doors) 1. Press and hold the
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Screen Guard To gain access to the engine and cooling system components: 1. Remove two screws (AA) and washers at top and bottom of screen guard. 2. The screen guard will swing open to allow access to A the engine and cooling system components. 13 NOT for REPRODUCTION
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Operation Important Owner’s Considerations Engine Oil Battery NOTICE Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related accessories been properly serviced with the recommended oil will result in contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State equipment failure. of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash • Refer to Maintenance section for coolant and oil fill information. hands after handling. • Damage to equi
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Automatic Operation Utility Voltage Pickup Sensor The generator’s control board constantly monitors utility This sensor monitors utility voltage. When utility voltage is voltage. Should utility voltage drop below a preset level, the restored above 80 percent of the nominal source voltage, control board will signal the engine to crank and start. a time delay starts timing and the engine will go to engine When utility voltage is restored above a preset voltage level, cool-down. the engine is
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Maintenance Servicing the System Before performing any generator maintenance, always 4. Utility voltage is present at generator control board. perform the following steps: Disconnect power before servicing control board by removing the fuses from the transfer switch. 1. Set generator’s circuit breaker to its OFF position. 5. After all servicing has been completed, replace fuses 2. Press and hold the control board OFF button. in transfer switch, replace 15 Amp fuse in control 3. Remove 1
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Low Oil Pressure Low Frequency This service code is indicated by Low Oil Pressure scrolling This service code is indicated by Low Frequency scrolling across the digital display and two flashes on the wireless across the digital display and five flashes on the wireless monitor. The unit is equipped with an oil pressure switch monitor. This feature protects devices connected to the that uses normally closed contacts held open by engine oil transfer switch by shutting the generator down if
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Generator Maintenance Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean. Check the cleanliness of the unit frequently and clean when Operate the unit in an environment where it will not be dust, dirt, oil, moisture or other foreign substances are visible exposed to excessive dust, moisture or any corrosive vapors. on its exterior/interior surface. Inspect the air inlet and outlet Cooling air louvers on the enclosure must not become openings inside and outside the enclosure to ensure ai
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Oil Recommendation The oil must meet GM specification 9986231. Motor oils Select an engine oil viscosity that will best match the meeting this specification receive the API (American prevailing daytime temperature. Petroleum Institute) starburst symbol. It is noted that the GF-4 oils are also “backwards compatible” RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS and are equal or better that previous grades of oil in all FOR THE BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST aspects. SAE
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Changing Engine Oil 5. When oil has drained, replace brass fitting on hose. CAUTION Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil. 6. Add the required amount of oil to bring the level up to, • Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in certain but not over the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. Reinstall laboratory animals. the oil filler cap to valve rocker arm cover and wipe • Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water. any excess oil clean. 7. Reinstall 15
