Generac Power Systems 15 kW EcoGen User Manual

Owner’s Manual for 60 Hz EcoGen™ Generator iii
Section 1: Safety Rules & General
Information
Introduction ..........................................................1
Read This Manual Thoroughly ....................................1
How to Obtain Service .................................................1
Safety Rules .........................................................2
General Hazards .........................................................2
Exhaust Hazards .........................................................3
Electrical Hazards .......................................................3
Fire Hazards ................................................................4
Explosion Hazards ......................................................4
Section 2: General Information
EcoGen Operating Principle ...............................5
Benefits .......................................................................5
How It Works ...............................................................5
Startup .........................................................................5
Normal Running ..........................................................5
Small Load Changes ...................................................5
Large Load (Not Overload) ..........................................5
Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) Cooling Fans ......5
The Generator ......................................................6
Generator ....................................................................7
Engine .........................................................................7
Protection Systems .............................................8
Emission Information ..........................................8
Fuel Requirements ..............................................8
Battery Requirements .........................................8
Battery Charger ....................................................8
Engine Oil Requirements ....................................8
Section 3: Operation
Site Prep Verification .........................................11
Side Compartment .............................................11
Main Circuit Breaker (Generator Disconnect) ............11
LED Indicator Lights ..................................................11
120V GFCI Outlet/15 Amp Breaker ...........................11
Generator Enclosure .........................................11
Control Panel Interface .....................................13
Using the Auto/Off/Manual Interface Menu ....13
Menu Navigation ................................................14
Change Time and Date ...................................... 14
Programmable Timers ...................................... 14
Dealer Programmable ...............................................14
High Run Speed Timer ................................................... 14
USB Port for Firmware Updates ....................... 14
Battery Charger ................................................. 17
Manual Transfer Operation ............................... 17
Transfer to Generator Power Source ........................17
Transfer Back to Utility Power Source .......................17
Automatic Transfer Operation ......................... 18
Automatic Sequence of Operation .................. 18
Utility Failure ..............................................................18
Cranking ....................................................................18
Cold Smart Start ........................................................18
Load Transfer ............................................................18
Shutting Generator Down While Under Load . 18
To turn the generator OFF: .......................................18
To turn the generator ON: .........................................18
Section 4: Maintenance
Performing Scheduled Maintenance ............... 19
Check Enclosure Louvers ................................ 20
Check Lines and Connections ......................... 20
Checking Engine Oil Level ............................... 21
Engine Oil Recommendations ...................................21
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ......................... 22
EcoGen Oil System Drain Pump Kit Parts List ..........22
EcoGen Oil System Drain Pump Assembly ..............22
EcoGen Oil Change Procedure .................................23
Replacing the Engine Air Filter ........................ 24
Replacing the AVR Filter .................................. 24
Maintaining the Spark Plugs ............................ 25
Valve Clearance Adjustment ............................ 25
Check Valve Clearance .............................................25
Adjust Valve Clearance .............................................25
Battery Maintenance ......................................... 26
Attention After Submersion ............................. 27
Corrosion Protection ........................................ 27
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Generac Power Systems 15 kW EcoGen Specifications

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Brand	Generac Power Systems
Model	15 kW EcoGen
Category	Inverter
Language	English