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Owner’s Manual
Liquid-cooled, Prepackaged
Standby Generators
Model Number: ASPAS1BBL015
Not intended for use in critical life support applications.
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ONLY QUALIFIED ELECTRICIANS OR CONTRACTORS SHOULD ATTEMPT
INSTALLATION!!
DEADLY EXHAUST FUMES. OUTDOOR INSTALLATION ONLY!
This manual should remain with the unit.
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The operator is responsible for proper and safe use INTRODUCTION of the equipment. Bryant strongly recommends that Thank you for purchasing a Bryant home standby the operator read this Owner's Manual and thor- generator system. oughly understand all instructions before using this Every effort was expended to make sure that the equipment. Bryant also strongly recommends information and instructions in this manual are both instructing other users to properly start and operate accurate and current
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Table of Contents Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators INTRODUCTION ..................................IFC Section 3 — OPERATION....................12 3.1 Control Console Components......................12 SAFETY RULES ......................................2 3.2 Manual Transfer and Startup......................13 Section 1 — GENERAL 3.3 Automatic Operation ..................................13 INFORMATION..................4 3.4 Weekly Exercise Cycle..................................13 1.1 Generat
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted in potential hazard areas. Safety should be stressed to all ! ! operators, potential operators, and service and repair technicians for this equipment. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the generator and batteries. ! ! Ins
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators place before operating the generator. If work must be done around an operating unit, stand on an insulated, dry surface EXPLOSION HAZARDS to reduce shock hazard. Properly ventilate any room or building housing the gener- Do not handle any kind of electrical device while standing ator to prevent build-up of explosive gas. in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet. Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up an
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Section 1 - General Information Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators 1.1 GENERATOR 1.3 AUTOMATIC SYSTEM OPERATION This equipment is a liquid-cooled, engine-driven gen- When this generator, along with its transfer switch, has erator set. The generator is designed to supply elec- been installed and interconnected, a circuit board in trical power that operates critical electrical loads the generator panel constantly monitors UTILITY during utility power failure. The unit has been facto- power sour
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Section 1 - General Information Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators 1.7.1 LOW OIL PRESSURE SWITCH 1.6 GENERATOR FUEL SYSTEM The generator has been factory tested and adjusted This switch is normally-closed (N.C.), but is held using a natural gas fuel system. If propane (LP open by engine oil pressure during engine running. requirements) gas is preferred, refer to Section 1.12. Should operating oil pressure drop below about 8-10 psi (55-68 kPa), the switch contacts close and the Recommended fu
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Section 1 — General Information Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators 1.10.2 ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS 1.12 RECONFIGURING THE FUEL Make..............................................................................Mitsubishi SYSTEM 3 Displacement ..............................................92 inches (1.5 liters) NOTE: Cylinder Arrangement......................................................4, in-line All models are configured for natural gas from the Valve Arrangement.............................
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Section 2 — Installation Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators 1.14 ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS 1.16 BEFORE INSTALLATION The unit has been filled with 15W-40 engine oil at the Before installing this equipment, check the ratings of factory. Use a high-quality detergent oil classified “For both the generator and the transfer switch. Read Service SJ or latest available.” Detergent oils keep the “Emergency Isolation Method” and “Total Circuit engine cleaner and reduce carbon deposits. Use oil Isolati
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Section 2 — Installation Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators NOTE: Where strong prevailing winds blow from one direction, face the generator air inlet openings into It is essential to use the latest version of any stan- the prevailing winds. dard to ensure correct and current information. Install the generator as close as possible to the NFPA No. 37, STATIONARY COMBUSTION transfer switch. This reduces the length of wiring ENGINES AND GAS TURBINES. and conduit. NFPA No. 76A, ESSENTIAL EL
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Section 2 — Installation Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators Proper grounding helps protect personnel against 2.5 EMERGENCY CIRCUIT ISOLATION electrical shock in the event of a ground fault condi- METHOD tion in the generator or in connected electrical This prevents overloading the generator by keeping devices. In addition, grounding helps dissipate static electrical loads below the wattage/amperage capacity electricity that often builds up in ungrounded of the generator. If the generator is p
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Section 2 — Installation Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators Spilled electrolyte is to be washed down with an 2.10 BATTERY INSTALLATION acid-neutralizing agent. A common practice is to use a solution of one pound (500 grams) bicarbon- DANGER ate of soda to one gallon (4 liters) of water. The bicarbonate of soda solution is to be added until Standby generators installed with automatic the evidence of reaction (foaming) has ceased. The ! transfer switches will crank and start automati- resulti
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Section 3 — Operation Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators Before starting the generator for the first time, the 2.11.7 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM installer must complete the following procedures. For Make sure the generator is properly connected to an follow-up maintenance information and/or service intervals, please refer to Section 4, “Maintenance.” approved earth ground and/or ground rod. Make sure the generator battery is fully charged, 2.11.2 TRANSFER SWITCH properly installed and interconnected
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Section 3 - Operation Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators 3.1.2 FAULT INDICATOR LAMP 3.4 WEEKLY EXERCISE CYCLE The generator will start and exercise once every seven The lamp goes ON when one or more of the following days. During this weekly exercise, the unit runs for engine faults occurs and when engine shuts down. about 20 minutes and shuts down. Transfer of loads Low oil pressure Overcrank to generator output does not occur during the exer- High coolant temperature Overspeed cis
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Section 4 — Maintenance Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators 4.1 MAINTENANCE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITIES The exhaust system parts from this product get extremely hot and remains hot after shutdown. A. EVERY THREE MONTHS High grass, weeds, brush, leaves, etc. must 1.Check battery state of charge and condition. remain clear of the exhaust. Such materials may ignite and burn from the heat of the exhaust 2.Inspect and test fuel system. system. 3.Check transfer switch. 4.Inspect exh
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Section 4 — Maintenance Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators 4.4.2 BATTERY FLUID 4.5.7 INSPECT EXHAUST SYSTEM Check battery electrolyte fluid at least once a month. Inspect the exhaust system at least once every three Fluid should cover separators in all battery cells. If months. Check all exhaust system pipes, mufflers, fluid level is low, add distilled water to cover tops of clamps, etc. for condition, tightness, leaks, security, separators. DO NOT USE TAP WATER IN BATTERY. damage. 4.4.3 EN
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Section 4 — Maintenance Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators Figure 4.2 - Oil Filter 4.5.12 SPARK PLUGS Reset the spark plug gap or replace the spark plugs as necessary. See Section 4.7. 1. Clean the area around the base of the spark plugs to keep dirt and debris out of the engine. Clean by scraping or washing using a wire brush and com- mercial solvent. Do not blast the spark plugs to clean. 2. Remove the spark plugs and check the condition. Replace the spark plugs if worn or if reuse is ques
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Section 4 — Maintenance Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators Finally, have the insulation resistance of stator and DANGER rotor windings checked. If insulation resistances are excessively low, the generator may require drying. Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas. This gas can form an explosive mixture 4.6.2 BATTERY around the battery for several hours after charging. The slightest spark can ignite the gas All lead-acid storage batteries discharge when not in and cause an explosio
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Section 4 — Maintenance Bryant Liquid-cooled 15 kW Generators 4.7 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE The following is a recommended maintenance schedule for small standby and residential generator sets. The established intervals in the schedule are the maximum recommended when the unit is used in an average service application. They will need to be decreased (performed more frequently) if the unit is used in a severe applica- tion. Use the unit hour meter or calendar time, whichever occurs first, from the p
