10kW Home Generator Manual

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Displacement Category Compliance Period
< 66 cc
A 300 Hours
B 125 Hours
C 50 Hours
 66 cc -
< 225 cc
A 500 Hours
B 250 Hours
C 125 Hours
 225 cc
A 1000 Hours
B 500 Hours
C 250 Hours
1.5 THE GENERATOR
Figure 1.1 – 10kW, V-twin, GT-530 Engine
(door removed)
Data Label
(see sample)
Oil
Dipstick
Exhaust
Enclosure
Composite Base Oil Filter Battery Compartment
Fuel
Regulator
Fuel Inlet
(back)
Air
Filter
Circuit
Breaker
Control
Panel
Figure 1.2 – 15 and 20kW, V-twin,
GT-990/GT-999 Engine (door removed)
Data Label
(see sample)
Oil
Dipstick
Exhaust
Enclosure
Composite Base Oil Filter Battery Compartment
Fuel
Regulator
Fuel Inlet
(back)
Air Filter
Circuit
Breakers
Control
Panel
1.6 SPECIFICATIONS
1.6.1 GENERATOR
Model 10kW 15kW 20kW
Rated Voltage 240
Rated Maximum Load Current
(Amps) at 240 Volts (LP)*
41.6 62.5 83.3
Main Circuit Breaker 45 Amp 65 Amp 100 Amp
Phase 1
Number of Rotor Poles 2
Rated AC Frequency 60 Hz
Battery Requirement Group 26R, 12 Volts and 525 CCA Minimum
Weight (unit only in lbs.) 353 421 450
Enclosure Aluminum
Normal Operating Range
This unit is tested in accordance to UL 2200 stan-
dards with an operating temperature of 20 °F (-29
°C) to 122 °F. (50 °C). For areas where temperatures
fall below 32 °F (0 °C), a cold weather kit is highly
recommended. When operated above 77º F (25º C)
there may be a decrease in engine power. (Please
reference the engine specifications section).
These generators are rated in accordance with UL2200, Safety Standard for Stationary
Engine Generator Assemblies; and CSA-C22.2 No. 100-04 Standard for Motors and
Generators.
* Natural Gas ratings will depend on specific fuel Btu content. Typical derates are
between 10-20% off the LP gas rating.
** Circuits to be moved must be protected by same size breaker. For example, a 15 amp
circuit in the main panel must be a 15 amp circuit in the transfer switch.
1.6.2 ENGINE
Model 10 kW 15 kW 20 kW
Type of Engine GT-530 GT-990 GT-999
Number of Cylinders 2
Rated Horsepower @
3,600 rpm*
18 32 36
Displacement 530cc 992cc 999cc
Cylinder Block Aluminum w/Cast Iron Sleeve
Valve Arrangement Overhead Valves
Ignition System Solid-state w/Magneto
Recommended Spark Plug BPR6HS RC14YC RC12YC
Spark Plug Gap 0.76 mm
(0.030 inch)
1.02 mm
(0.040 inch)
0.76 mm
(0.030 inch)
Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1 9.5:1
Starter 12 VDC
Oil Capacity Including Filter Approx. 1.7 Qts Approx. 1.9 Qts Approx. 1.9 Qts
Recommended Oil Filter Part # 070185F
Recommended Air Filter Part # 0E9581 Part # 0C8127 Part # 0G5894
Operating RPM 3,600
* Engine power is subject to and limited by such factors as fuel Btu content, ambient
temperature and altitude. Engine power decreases about 3.5 percent for each 1,000
feet above sea level; and also will decrease about 1 percent for each 6 C (10 F) above
16 C (60 F) ambient temperature.
General Information