Rheem GEN15ADC-E Installation Manual

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11Generator PlacementBefore installing generator, consult with home owner and convey the following requirements, which must be satisfied before the

12 All fossil fuel burning equipment, such as standby generators, contains carbon monoxide (CO) gas in the engine exhaust. CO gas is odorless, colorle

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14 Placement of Standby Generator to REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRERequirements:NFPA 37 2010, section 4. 1. 4, Engines Located Outdoors. Engines, and their

15 A Standby weatherproof enclosure must be at least 5 ft (1.5 m) from windows, doors, any wall opening, shrubs or vegetation over 12 inches (30.5

16 Electrical and Fuel Inlet LocationsThe 3/4 inch N.P.T. fuel inlet connector (A) and electrical inlet location (B) is shown below.A ½ inch knock-out

17Lifting the GeneratorThe generator weighs more than 500 pounds (227 kg). Proper tools, equipment and qualified personnel should be used in all pha

18 Access PortsThe generator is equipped with an enclosure that has several access panels, as shown. The access panels and the components located behi

19To open roof: 1. Insert key into lock (A) of front panel. Gently push down on roof above the lock to aid in turning the key. Turn key one quarte

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20 The Gaseous Fuel SystemThe information below is provided to assist gaseous fuel system technicians in planning installations. In no way should this

21Fuel ConsumptionEstimated fuel supply requirements at half and full load for natural gas and LP vapor fuels are shown below.LP Vapor (Propane)20kW

22 Fuel ConversionThe engine of your generator system is factory calibrated to run on natural gas (NG) or on liquefied petroleum (LP) vapor. To conver

23System ConnectorsLow Voltage connections to signal fault contacts, transfer switch communication and auxiliary 12VDC power are made via a field co

24 Generator AC Connection SystemA single-phase, three-wire AC connection system is used in the home generator. The stator assembly consists of a pair

25Grounding the GeneratorThe home generator must be installed as part of a system that includes a listed transfer switch, with neutral to ground bon

26 System Control PanelThe generator control panel, located inside the generator housing, is shown below.Brief descriptions of the controls used durin

27Menu MENUENTER THE MENU (VIEW SETTINGS) PRESS TO CONFIRM SELECTION WHEN PROGRAMMING.ESCAPE (EXIT) RETURN TO LAST MENU ITEMRIGHT ARROWTOGGLE THROU

28 NOTE: Date and Time were set at the factory and stored in the control panel memory. The Exercise Cycle wasalso set at the factory. The default exer

29AUTOMATIC MODEGENERATOR ON(When Generator Running - Auto Mode)GENERATOR READY or SERVICE CODE DESCRIPTION(When Generator NOT Running - Auto Mode)C

3Table of ContentsImportant Safety Instructions...4Installation ...7Owner Responsibilities...

30 Advanced Settings Screen kWkWFLASHING50/60 HzFLASHING Hz PHASE VOLTSSOFTWAREVersion DisplayedVOLTSFLASHINGSINGLEorTHREEFLASHING E-GovernorCheckStep

31Final Installation ConsiderationsEngine OilNOTICE Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly serviced with the recommend

32 Initial Start-up (No Load)The unit has been set-up for NG operation at the factory. Fuel conversion, if needed, must be completed prior to performi

33Electronic Governor System The engine electronic governor system allows for improved control and increased generator performance compared to mecha

34 OperationAutomatic Operation SequenceThe generator’s control board constantly monitors utility voltage. Should utility voltage drop below a preset

35Antenna InstallationThe supplied antenna must be installed before the wireless monitor will operate. 1. Insert key into lock of front panel. Ge

36 Wireless MonitorThe generator is supplied with a battery-powered, wireless monitor.The monitor communicates wirelessly with the generator control p

37Wireless Monitor Operation 1. Remove battery access cover (A) on back of monitor and install 2 AA batteries. (Observe correct battery polarity w

38 Standard Operation:Wireless Monitor Status LED’s t 5IFXJSFMFTTNPOJUPSSFDFJWFTEBUBGSPNUIFHFOFSBUPSevery 10 minutes and displays the genera

39Schematic DiagramSchematic / Wiring DiagramsLEGENDBW - Plug for Optional Battery WarmerCB - Circuit BreakerCMA - Control Module AssemblyCOM - Comm

4 Save These Instructions WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide could result

40 LEGENDBW - Plug for Optional Battery WarmerCB - Circuit BreakerCMA - Control Module AssemblyCOM - CommonEW - Plug for Optional Engine Oil WarmerFS

5 WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage. Failure to properly ground generator could result inelectrocution. Failure to isolate generator fr

6 WARNING Starter and other rotating parts could entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories resulting in serious injury.t NEVER operate generato

7InstallationEquipment DescriptionThis product is only for use as an optional generator system which provides an alternate source of electric power

8 Unpacking PrecautionsThe unit is shipped ready for installation. Avoid damage from dropping, bumping, collision, etc. Store and unpack carton with t

9Installation ChecklistCarbon Monoxide (CO) Detector Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector installed and in working order. Smoke detector(s) install