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GE 20 kW Home User Manual

GE 20 kW Home
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GE Home Generator Systems
Home Generator System
Installation and
Start-Up Manual
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GE 20 kW Home Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
Model20 kW Home
CategoryInverter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Rules

Safety Symbols and Warnings

Explains hazard symbols, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE signal words.

Installation

Owner and Contractor Responsibilities

Outlines duties for homeowners and installing dealers/contractors.

Shipment and Inspection Procedures

Covers unpacking, delivery inspection, and shipment contents.

Installation Checklist

A step-by-step guide to ensure all installation tasks are completed.

Generator Placement

General guidelines for generator location concerning safety.

Reduce Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Risk

Specific placement advice to minimize carbon monoxide hazards.

Placement Guidance for Exhaust

Directing exhaust away from structures and avoiding debris accumulation.

Reduce Fire Risk and Clearance

Placement requirements to minimize fire hazards, referencing NFPA 37.

Fire Risk Clearance Illustrations

Visual guide showing minimum installation distances for fire safety.

General Location Guidelines

Additional rules for generator placement related to services and environment.

NFPA 37 Requirements and Testing

Details the National Fire Protection Association standards for generators.

Electrical and Fuel Inlet Locations

Identifies specific points for electrical and fuel connections on the unit.

Lifting and Anchoring the Generator

Instructions for safely lifting and anchoring the generator unit.

Access Panels Overview

Identifies the various access panels and their contents.

Access Panel Operations

Step-by-step guide to open and secure generator access panels.

Gaseous Fuel System

Fuel System Piping and Safety Standards

Covers fuel system piping, safety, and applicable codes like NFPA 37.

Fuel Types and Pressure Requirements

Discusses fuel factors, pressure needs, power loss, and pipe sizing.

Fuel Conversion Process

Step-by-step guide for converting the generator between NG and LP fuels.

Fuel Consumption Data

Provides estimated fuel usage data for natural gas and LP vapor.

System Connectors and Wiring

System Connectors Overview

Identifies and describes various terminal blocks and connection points.

AC Connection and Grounding

Details the generator's AC connection system and grounding requirements.

Power and Communication Connections

Explains connections to the transfer switch and communication wiring.

Control System and Interface

Control Board Components and Functions

Overview of the generator's control board, buttons, and display.

Control Panel Menu Navigation

Guide to navigating the control panel menu options for settings.

General Set-Up Screen Guide

Instructions for setting date, time, and exercise cycle via the control panel.

Control Panel Status Prompts

Explains various status messages displayed on the control panel.

Advanced Settings Configuration

Details on accessing and configuring advanced generator settings.

Final Installation Checks and Considerations

Service Code Detection System

Information on sensors that automatically shut down the generator.

Engine Oil and Battery Installation

Guidance on engine oil fill and proper battery installation.

Initial Start-up Procedure

No-Load Start-up Steps

Step-by-step instructions for the initial start-up of the generator.

Electronic Governor System

Governor System Components and Checks

Explains the electronic governor, its components, and checks.

Generator Operation

Automatic Operation Sequence

Covers how the generator operates automatically based on utility power.

Setting the Exercise Timer

Instructions for scheduling automatic generator exercise cycles.

Wireless Monitor System

Antenna Installation for Wireless Monitor

Steps for installing the antenna for the wireless monitor system.

Monitor Components and LEDs

Identifies monitor parts, LEDs, and their meanings.

Wireless Monitor Operation and Linking

Instructions for operating and linking the wireless monitor to the generator.

Wireless Monitor Status and LED Codes

Interprets status messages and LED codes from the wireless monitor.

Final Installation Inspection

Final checks before placing the generator system into service.

Schematic and Wiring Diagrams

System Schematic Diagram

Visual representation of the generator's system electrical layout.

System Wiring Diagram

Detailed diagram illustrating electrical wiring throughout the generator system.

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