Generac Power Systems 20 kW Synergy User Manual

Owner’s Manual for 60 Hz Synergy™ Generators iii
Section 1: Safety Rules
Introduction ..........................................................1
Read This Manual Thoroughly ....................................1
Safety Alerts .........................................................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
Synergy Operating Principle ..............................5
Benefits .......................................................................5
Start Up .......................................................................5
Normal Running ..........................................................5
Small Load Changes ...................................................5
Large Load (Not Overload) ..........................................5
Overload ......................................................................5
Low Speed Exercise ....................................................5
Normal Exercise ..........................................................5
Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) Cooling Fans ......5
The Generator ......................................................6
Specifications ......................................................7
Generator ....................................................................7
Engine .........................................................................7
Protection Systems .............................................7
Emission Information ..........................................8
Fuel Requirements ..............................................8
Battery Requirements .........................................8
Battery Charger ....................................................8
Engine Oil Requirements ....................................8
Activating the Generator .....................................8
Replacement Parts ..............................................8
Accessories ..........................................................9
Section 3: Operation
Site Prep Verification .........................................10
Generator Enclosure .........................................10
Opening the Lid .........................................................10
Removing the Front Access Panel ............................10
Intake Side Panel Removal .......................................11
Main Line Circuit Breaker (Generator Disconnect) ....12
LED Indicator Lights ..................................................12
Control Panel Interface ..................................... 12
Using the AUTO/OFF/MANUAL Interface ........ 13
Interface Menu Displays ................................... 13
The LCD Panel ..........................................................13
Menu System Navigation ..........................................14
Setting the Exercise Timer ............................... 16
Battery Charger ................................................. 16
Manual Transfer Operation ............................... 16
Transfer to Generator Power Source ........................16
Transfer to Utility Power Source ................................18
Automatic Transfer Operation ......................... 18
Automatic Sequence of Operation .................. 18
Utility Failure ..............................................................18
Cranking ....................................................................18
Cold Smart Start ........................................................18
Load Transfer ............................................................19
Shutting Generator Down While Under Load Or
During An Extended Outage ............................ 19
To turn the generator OFF (while running in AUTO and
online): ......................................................................19
To turn the generator back ON: .................................19
Section 4: Maintenance
Maintenance ....................................................... 23
Performing Scheduled Maintenance ............... 23
Before Servicing ................................................ 23
Maintenance Kits ............................................... 23
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 24
Service Schedule ............................................... 25
Maintenance Log ............................................... 26
Checking Engine Oil Level ............................... 26
Engine Oil Requirements ..........................................27
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter ......................... 27
Servicing the Air Cleaner .................................. 28
Replacing the AVR Filter .................................. 28
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Generac Power Systems 20 kW Synergy Specifications

General

Brand	Generac Power Systems
Model	20 kW Synergy
Category	Inverter
Language	English