Baldor PG 6000 manual

PG 6000 Generator Installation & Operating Manual 8/06 MN2418[...]

W ARNING: CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 W ARNING: Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer , birth defects and other reproductive harm. W ARNING: CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 W ARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories are known to the state of California to cause cancer , birth de[...]

T able of Contents T able of Contents i MN2418 Section 1 Product Safety Information 1-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Notice 1-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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Section 1 Product Safety Information Product Safety Information 1-1 MN2418 Safety Notice Be sure that you are completely familiar with the safe operation of this equipment. This equipment may be connected to other machines that have rotating parts or parts that are controlled by this equipment. Improper use can cause serious or fatal injury . Alway[...]

1-2 Product Safety Information MN2418 Precaution Statements Used In This Manual There are three classifications of precautionary statements used in this manual. The most critical is a W ARNING statement, then the Caution statement and the least critical is the Note statement. The usage of each statement is as follows: W ARNING: Indicates a potentia[...]

Product Safety Information 1-3 MN2418 Operation W arning Statements Continued W ARNING: Be sure that you understand how to stop the engine quickly in case of an emergency situation. Become familiar with the controls and safety systems provided with this generator set. W ARNING: Always wear safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection whe[...]

1-4 Product Safety Information MN2418 W arning Statements Continued Burn W ARNING: Parts of this generator are extremely hot during and after operation. T o prevent severe burns, do not touch any part of the generator until you have first determined if the part is hot. Wear protective clothing and after use allow sufficient time for parts to cool b[...]

Product Safety Information 1-5 MN2418 W arning Statements Continued Maintenance W ARNING: Before servicing the generator set, be sure to disconnect the spark plug(s) to prevent accidental engine starting. W ARNING: Before cleaning, inspecting, repairing, refueling or performing any maintenance to the generator set, always be sure the engine has sto[...]

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Section 2 General Information General Information 2-1 MN2418 Thank you for purchasing your Baldor Generator Set. This manual contains information you need to safely and efficiently install and operate your generator set. During the preparation of this manual every effort was made to ensure the accuracy of its contents. This manual describes only ve[...]

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Section 3 Receiving & Installation Receiving & Installation 3-1 MN2418 Receiving & Inspection When you receive your generator , there are several things you should do immediately . 1. Observe the condition of the shipping container and report any damage immediately to the commercial carrier that delivered your system. 2. V erify that th[...]

3-2 Receiving & Installation MN2418 Physical Location The mounting location of the system is important. It should be installed in an area that is protected from direct harmful gases or liquids, dust, metallic particles, shock and vibration. It can only be installed in an outdoor location so the exhaust fumes are vented to the atmosphere. This s[...]

Receiving & Installation 3-3 MN2418 Electrical Connections All load connections are made at the panel using electrical cords with the proper mating plug for the receptacle being used. More than one receptacle can be used as long as the total load does not exceed the continuous rating of the generator . W ARNING: Never connect this generator to [...]

3-4 Receiving & Installation MN2418 Frame Ground Connection W ARNING: Be sure the system is properly grounded before applying power . Do not apply AC power before you ensure that grounds are connected. Electrical shock can cause serious or fatal injury . NEC requires that the frame and exposed conductive surfaces (metal parts) be connected to a[...]

Section 4 Operation Operation 4-1 MN2418 Operator Control Panel The Operator Panel is shown in Figure 4-1. Figure 4-1 Operator Panels 120V AC 20A 120V AC 20A 240V AC 22A AC Circuit Breakers W ARNING: Never connect this generator to any buildings electrical system unless a licensed electrician has installed an approved transfer switch. The National [...]

4-2 Operation MN2418 Start − Up Procedure Recoil Start 1. Move the engine’s choke lever to the “Choke/Start” position. If the engine is warm or if the ambient air temperature is high; try starting the engine without choking it. 2. Move the Control Panel Engine “ON/OFF” switch to “ON” (if equipped). 3. Pull lightly on the recoil grip[...]

Section 5 T roubleshooting and Maintenance T roubleshooting and Maintenance 5-1 MN2418 Maintenance This manual contains only very minimal engine maintenance instructions. Refer to the engine manufacturer ’s owner ’s manual for specific engine maintenance instructions for your generator set. Any maintenance instructions or recommendations in the[...]

5-2 T roubleshooting and Maintenance MN2418 Problems and Solutions Some of the more common problems are listed in T able 5-1. This information is intended to be a check or verification that simple causes can be located and fixed. It is not an exhaustive “how to” for all types of problems. Procedures that require in depth knowledge or skills (li[...]

Appendix A PG6000 Connections Powerchief R Series A-1 MN2418 Caution: The brass connecting tab on some 120V AC duplex receptacles has been removed. Each receptacle is powered by a separate generator winding. When replacing a receptacle, inspect the brass tab that normally links both receptacles. If it is removed, be sure to remove the brass tab fro[...]

A-2 Powerchief R Series MN2418 Figure A-2 PG6000 Wiring Diagram[...]

Appendix B Special Information for California Special Information for California B-1 MN2418 Information in this Appendix applies only to products operated in the state of California. LIMITED W ARRANTY ON EV APORA TIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS − CALIFORNIA ONL Y The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Baldor Generators (herein ”Baldor”) [...]

B-2 Special Information for California MN2418 W ARNING: CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 W ARNING: Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer , birth defects and other reproductive harm. W ARNING: CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 W ARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories are known to the [...]

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© Baldor Electric Company MN2418 P r i n t e di nU S A 8/06 W ARNING: CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 W ARNING: Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer , birth defects and other reproductive harm. W ARNING: CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 W ARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories ar[...]