E 2009 Lennox Industries Inc.
Dallas, Texas 75379-9900
This manual provides installation instructions for
models RGEN12 and RGEN17/18 generator sets.
Refer to XP-6515, Operation Manual, for generator set
operation and maintenance instructions.
The generator set is approved for use in stationary
standby applications in locations served by a reliable
utility power source. Do not install this generator set
indoors.
Have a Lennox dealer who is approved to sell and install
Lennox generator sets (hereinafter referred to as a
Lennox dealer) install the generator set outdoors
according to the instructions in this manual. The
generator set installation must comply with the National
Electrical Code (NEC) and local code requirements. If
the generator set is installed in Canada, the installation
must comply with the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
and all applicable local codes.
Information in this publication represents data available
at the time of print. The manufacturer reserves the right
to change this publication and the products represented
without notice and without any obligation or liability
whatsoever.
Read this manual and carefully follow all procedures
and safety precautions to ensure proper equipment
operation and to avoid bodily injury. Read and follow the
Safety Precautions and Instructions section.
506087-01
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
RGEN12, RGEN17/18
RESIDENTIAL GENERATOR SET
XP-6514 4/09c
Table of Contents
Product Identification Information 2...............
Safety Precautions and Instructions 3.............
Introduction 7...................................
Section 1 Installation 9...........................
1.1 General 9.................................
1.2 Lifting 9...................................
1.3 Generator Set Inspection 9..................
1.4 Location and Mounting 9....................
1.4.1 Exhaust Requirements 14.................
1.4.2 Air Requirements 14......................
1.5 Power Supply 14............................
1.6 Fuel Requirements 15.......................
1.6.1 Fuel Supply 15...........................
1.6.2 Fuel Pipe Size 16.........................
1.7 Fuel Conversion 16.........................
1.7.1 Fuel Conversion, RGEN12 17..............
1.7.2 Fuel Conversion, RGEN17/18 18...........
1.8 Electrical Connections 19....................
1.8.1 AC Connections 20.......................
1.8.2 Remote Start Connection 20...............
1.8.3 Grounding 20............................
1.8.4 Battery Charger 20........................
1.9 Battery 21..................................
1.10 Accessories 22.............................
1.10.1 Carburetor Heater 22......................
1.11 Prestart Installation Check 24.................
1.12 Startup Notification 24.......................
1.13 Controller Configuration 24...................
1.14 Voltage and Frequency Adjustments 27........
1.14.1 Voltage Adjustment 27....................
1.14.2 Frequency Adjustment 28..................
Section 2 Wiring Diagrams 32.....................
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