Guardian Technologies 005284 Manual De Usuario

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1.6  SYSTEM SET LED
The “System Set” LED is lit when all of the following 
conditions are true:
1.  The AUTO/OFF/MANUAL switch is set to the 
AUTO position.
2.  The utility voltage being supplied to the unit is 
being sensed by the PCB. If the utility sense volt-
age is not connected to the unit or if it is below 
approximately 150-160 volts AC, then the system 
set light will flash rapidly. This indicates that if 
the AUTO/OFF/ MANUAL switch is placed in the 
Auto position, the generator will start.
3.  No alarms are present, for example, low oil pres-
sure, high temperature, etc.
1.7  
FUEL REQUIREMENTS 
AND RECOMMENDATIONS
With LP gas, use only the vapor withdrawal sys-
tem. This type of system uses the vapors formed 
above the liquid fuel in the storage tank.
The engine has been fitted with a fuel carburetion 
system that meets the specifications of the 1997 
California Air Resources Board for tamper-proof dual 
fuel systems. The unit will run on natural gas or LP 
gas, but it has been factory set to run on natural gas. 
Should the primary fuel need to be changed to LP 
gas, the fuel system needs to be reconfigured. See the 
Reconfiguring the Fuel System section for instruc-
tions on reconfiguration of the fuel system.
Recommended fuels should have a Btu content of at 
least 1,000 Btus per cubic foot for natural gas; or at 
least 2,520 Btus per cubic foot for LP gas. Ask the 
fuel supplier for the Btu content of the fuel.
Required fuel pressure for natural gas is 5 inches 
to 7 inches water column (0.18 to 0.25 psi); and 
for liquid propane, 10 inches to 12 inches of water 
column (0.36 to 0.43 psi).
NOTE:
All pipe sizing, construction and layout must com-
ply with NFPA 54 for natural gas applications and 
NFPA 58 for liquid propane applications. Once the 
generator is installed, verify that the fuel pressure 
NEVER drops below four (4) inches water column 
for natural gas or 10 inches water column for liq-
uid propane.
Prior to installation of the generator, the installer 
should consult local fuel suppliers or the fire mar-
shall to check codes and regulations for proper 
installation. Local codes will mandate correct routing 
of gaseous fuel line piping around gardens, shrubs 
and other landscaping to prevent any damage.
Special considerations should be given when install-
ing the unit where local conditions include flooding, 
tornados, hurricanes, earthquakes and unstable 
ground for the flexibility and strength of piping and 
their connections.
Use an approved pipe sealant or joint compound on 
all threaded fitting.
All installed gaseous fuel piping must be purged and 
leak tested prior to initial start-up in accordance with 
local codes, standards and regulations.
1.8 FUEL 
CONSUMPTION
*Natural gas is in cubic feet per hour.
**LP is in gallons per hour/cubic feet per hour.
*** Values given are approximate.
1.8.1  
BTU FLOW REQUIREMENTS - 
NATURAL GAS
BTU flow required for each unit based on 1000 BTU 
per cubic foot.
6kW — 119,000 BTU/Hour
9kW — 156,000 BTU/Hour
13kW — 220,000 BTU/Hour
15kW — 245,000 BTU/Hour
DANGER
 
  Gaseous fuels such as natural gas and liquid 
propane (LP) gas are highly explosive. Even the 
slightest spark can ignite such fuels and cause 
an explosion. No leakage of fuel is permitted. 
Natural gas, which is lighter than air, tends to 
collect in high areas. LP gas is heavier than air 
and tends to settle in low areas.
NOTE:
A minimum of one approved manual shut-off valve 
must be installed in the gaseous fuel supply line. 
The valve must be easily accessible. Local codes 
determine the proper location.
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Section 1 — General Information
Air-cooled Generators
 
Unit 
Nat. Gas (*) 
LP Vapor (**)
   1/2 
Load 
Full 
Load 
1/2 Load 
Full Load
 6/7 kW 
66 
119 
0.82/30 
1.47/54
 9/10 kW 
102 
156 
1.25/46 
1.93/70
 13/13  kW 
156 
220 
1.55/57 
2.18/80
 15/16  kW 
173 
245 
1.59/59 
2.51/92