GE 76080 manuel d'utilisation

Not for Reproduction Operator ’s Manual Generator Systems 30,000 Watt Generator System Model 076080 This generator is rated in accordance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 2200 (stationary engine generator assemblies) and CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-4 (motors and generators).[...]

Not for Reproduction 2 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built GE generator . We’re pleased that you’v e placed your confidence in the GE brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your generator will pr ovide many years of dependable service. This manual contain s safety information to make you aw are[...]

Not for Reproduction 3 T able of Contents Safety Rules ................................................ 4 Installation ................................................ 7 For the Owner ................................................ 7 For the Installing Dealer/Contractor .................................... 7 Owner Orientation .....................[...]

Not for Reproduction 4 Safety Rules SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the generator and batteries. Safety Symbols and Meanings The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard. A signal wor d (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used [...]

Not for Reproduction 5 W ARNING S torage batteries give off explosive hydr ogen gas during rechar ging. Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and cause explosion, resulting in death or serious injury. Battery electrolyte fluid contains acid and is extremely caustic. Contact with battery contents could cause severe chemical burns. A battery presents [...]

Not for Reproduction 6 W ARNING Moving parts could crush and cut . Starter and other rotating parts could entangle hands, hair , clothing, or accessories resulting in serious injury. • NEVER operate generator without protectiv e housings, covers, or guards in place. • DO NO T wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that could be caught in the [...]

Not for Reproduction 7 To help y ou make informed choices and communicate effectively with your installation contractor(s), Read and understand Owner Orientation in this manual before contracting or starting your generator installation. T o arrange for proper installation, contact the stor e at which you purchased y our generator , your dealer , a [...]

Not for Reproduction 8 Power Decr ease at High Altitude or High T emperature Air density is less at high altitudes, resulting in less av ailable engine power . Specifically, engine power will decrease 3.5% for each 1,000 feet (300 meters) above sea level and 1% for each 10° F (5.6°C) above 77°F (25°C). Make sur e you and your installer consider[...]

Not for Reproduction 9 Delivery Inspection Carefully inspect the generator for any damage that may have occurred during shipment . If loss or damage is noted at time of delivery, have the person(s) making delivery note all damage on the freight bill and affix his signature under the consignor ’s memo of loss or damage. If loss or damage is noted [...]

Not for Reproduction 10 30 kW Generator Read this operator ’s manual and Impor tant Safety Instructions before operating y our generator . Compare the illustrations of this model with y our generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various contr ols and adjustments. Save this manual for futur e reference . Contr ols Generator is pic[...]

Not for Reproduction 11 The generator is equipped with an enclosure that has several access panels, as shown. The access panels and the components located behind them are listed below: A - Roof (Control Panel, internal guar d) B - Front Access Panel (oil drain and oil filter) C - Internal Guard (air filter , oil dipstick , coolant bottle) D - Rear [...]

Not for Reproduction 12 Each generator is shipped with a set of identical keys. These keys fit in the lock on the front and r ear remov able panels. The roof must be unlocked in or der for it to open. To open r oof: 1. Insert key into lock ( A ) of front panel. Gently push down on roof above the lock to aid in turning the k ey. Turn key one quarter[...]

Not for Reproduction 13 Syst em Control P anel The generator control boar d, located inside the generator , under the roof , is shown below . Brief descriptions of the controls used during installation ar e: A ‑ Menu/Programming Navigation Buttons — See Menu section for details B ‑ Mini USB Port — Authorized Dealer Ser vice Use Only C - Gen[...]

Not for Reproduction 14 Menu MENU ENTER THE MENU (VIEW SE T TINGS) PRESS TO C ONFIRM SELECTION WHEN PROGRAMMING. ESCAPE (EXIT) RETURN TO LAST MENU ITEM RIGHT ARROW TOGGLE THROUGH MENU OPTIONS SET TING SY STEM P ARAMETERS LEF T ARROW TOGGLE THROUGH MENU OPTIONS SET TING SY STEM P ARAMETERS MANUAL MODE USED TO MANU ALL Y ST ART THE GENERA T OR. PRESS[...]

Not for Reproduction 15 General Set Up Screen For general set up, press and hold the left arr ow and right arrow for 3 seconds. Follow the pr ompts as outlined below . NO TE: Date and Time were set at the factory and st ored in the contr ol panel memory. The Exercise Cycle was also set at the factory. The default exercise cycle occurs on Tuesdays, [...]

Not for Reproduction 16 Control P anel Prompts Automatic Mode In Automatic Mode, the display screen will display via scrolling text: • Generating set RE ADY - if the unit is in standby and utility power is present . • Generating set ON - if the unit is running and utility power is not present . • SERVICE CODE - if a system fault has been dete[...]

Not for Reproduction 17 Advanced Settings Scr een ok ok ok ok kW Hz kW FLASHING 50/60 Hz FLASHING PHASE SINGLE or THREE FLASHING VOLTS VOLTS FLASHING SOFTWARE VERSION DISPLAYED or or or or or or or or Advanced setting parameters are pr eset at the factory for a typical installation. T o view Advanced Settings items and/or to change items, follow th[...]

Not for Reproduction 18 Operation Battery The installer must supply a valve-r egulated, rechar geable 12 volt DC starting battery. See Batter y in Final Installation Considerations in the installation manual. With the battery installed, all wiring to transfer switch and generator completed, utility power supplied to the automatic transfer switch, a[...]

Not for Reproduction 19 Setting the Exercise Timer The generator is equipped with an exercise timer . During the exercise period, the unit runs for appro ximately 20 minutes and then shuts down. Electrical load transfer DOES NOT occur during the exercise cy cle (unless an utility power outage occurs). The generator will only enter the exercise cycl[...]

Not for Reproduction 20 Maintenance Before performing any generator maint enance, always perform the following st eps: 1. Set generator ’s circuit breaker to its OFF position. 2. Press and hold the contr ol board OFF button. 3. Remove 15 Amp fuse fr om control boar d. 4. Utility voltage is present at generator contr ol board. Disconnect power bef[...]

Not for Reproduction 21 Under Voltage This service code is indicated by Under Voltage scrolling across the digital display and thr ee flashes on the wireless monitor . This condition is caused by a restriction in the fuel flow , the electronic governing system not functioning properly, a br oken or disconnected signal lead, a failed alternator wind[...]

Not for Reproduction 22 Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean. Operate the unit in an environment wher e it will not be exposed to excessive dust , moisture or any corr osive vapors. Cooling air louvers on the enclosure must not become clogged with snow , leaves, or any other foreign material. T o prevent generator damage caused [...]

Not for Reproduction 23 Oil Recommendation Select an engine oil viscosity that will best match the prevailing daytime temperatur e. The oil must meet GM specification 9986231. Motor oils meeting this specification receive the API (American Petroleum Institute) starburst symbol. It is noted that the GF-4 oils are also “backw ards compatible” and[...]

Not for Reproduction 24 Changing Engine Oil KEEP OUT OF RE ACH OF CHILDREN. DON’T P OLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RE TURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS. Change oil while the engine is still warm fr om running. 1. Press and hold the contr ol board OFF button. 2. Remove 15 Amp fuse fr om control boar d. 3. Place oil drain hose into an approved conta[...]

Not for Reproduction 25 Coolant With the engine cold, check the coolant level in the coolant recovery bottle (see Contr ols). Specifications for the coolant system can be found in the Maintenance chart of this manual. Coolant Specification - ethylene-glycol 50-50 mixture with distilled water . W ARNING Hot pr essurized coolant can cause severe inju[...]

Not for Reproduction 26 Generator Electrical S ystem Maint enance The generator ’s electrical system incorporates computers to control various r elated components. The electrical system connections and ground cir cuits requir e good connections. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule located in the Maintenance section of this manual. When in[...]

Not for Reproduction 27 Charging the Battery If it is necessary to charge the battery, proceed as follows: 1. Press and hold the contr ol board OFF button. 2. Remove 15 Amp fuse fr om control boar d. 3. Disconnect negative battery cable from negative battery terminal (indicated by NEGA TIVE , NEG , or ( ‑ )). 4. Charge battery with battery charge[...]

Not for Reproduction 28 Mixer / Throttle Contr ol Device Maintenance and Inspection NO TICE The mixer and throttle body components have been specifically designed and calibrated to meet the fuel system requir ements of the engine. NO TICE A dirty air cleaner may significantly alter the mixer performance. When inspecting the mixer and throttle body,[...]

Not for Reproduction 29 Maintenance Char t This maintenance schedule repr esents the manufacturer ’s recommended maintenance intervals to maintain proper engine/ equipment function. Federal, State, or Local r egulations may requir e additional or more fr equent inspection or maintenance intervals than those specified above. Check with the authori[...]

Not for Reproduction 30 Tr oubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Engine is running, but no AC output is available. 1. Circuit br eaker open or defective. 2. Fault in generator control panel. 3. Poor wiring connections or defective transfer switch. 1. Reset or replace cir cuit breaker . 2. Contact local service facility. 3. Check and repair . Engin[...]

Not for Reproduction 31 U .S. EP A , and Briggs & Stratton Corporation Emissions Control Warranty Statement for Emergency Standby Engines Y our Warranty Rights And Obligations February 2013 General Information The U.S . EP A, and Briggs & Stratton (B&S) are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on y our Model Y ear 20[...]

Not for Reproduction 32 Limited Warranty Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the equipment that is defective in material or workmanship or both. This warranty is effective for the time periods and subject to the conditions stated below. For all warranty service, find the nearest Aut[...]

Not for Reproduction 33 Only authorized service dealers may perform warranty repairs. Most warranty repairs are handled routinely, but sometimes requests for warranty service may not be appropriate. For example, warranty service would not apply if equipment damage occurred because of misuse, lack of routine maintenance, and shipping, handling, ware[...]

Not for Reproduction 34 Pr oduct Specifications This generator is rated in accordance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 2200 (stationary engine generator assemblies) and CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-4 (motors and generators). 30 kW Rated Maximum Load Current (at 40°C/104°F , LP or NG): 125 Amps at 1.0pf Rated AC V[...]

Not for Reproduction 35 Notes[...]

Not for Reproduction Notes is a trademark of General Electric Company and is under license by Briggs & Stratton Power Products Gr oup, LLC. Copyright © 2013. All rights reserved. No part of this material may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the expr ess written permission of Briggs & Stratton Power Pr oducts Group, LL C. 80[...]