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1.1 INTRODUCTION TO INSTALLATION
NOTE:
Read the entire manual before starting the installa-
tion. Ensure that the model number of the unit
being installed matches a model on the front cover.
Generac cannot possibly know of and advise the home
standby trade of all conceivable procedures and meth-
ods by which installation of this equipment might be
achieved. Neither can Generac know of possible hazards
and/or results of each method or procedure. We have
not undertaken any such wide evaluation.
1.1.1 INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE
1. For the Homeowner or Business Owner: You need
to have a certified electrician or contractor to
install this product. To arrange for proper installa-
tion, contact one of the following sources:
• Generac/Guardian Authorized Dealer: Look for
“Generac” or “Guardian” in your local Yellow
Pages under the classification “Generators –
Electric.”
• Heating and A/C Contractors: Look in your local
Yellow Pages under the classifications “Heating
Contractors” or “Air Conditioning Contractors.”
• Call us direct at (262) 544-4811 between the
hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST. We will gladly
assist you in finding a local qualified installer.
2. For the Installing Dealer/Contractor: This manual
contains all the information required to properly
install and start a Guardian Power Systems gen-
erator in most applications. If you do need more
information, contact us directly at
(262) 544-4811, between the hours of 8 a.m. and
5 p.m., CST.
1.1.2 STANDARDS INDEX
In the absence of pertinent standards, codes, regula-
tions and laws, the published information listed
below may be used as installation guide for this
equipment.
1. NFPA No. 37, STATIONARY COMBUSTION
ENGINES AND GAS TURBINES, available from
the National Fire Protection Association, 470
Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA 02210.
2. NFPA No. 76A, ESSENTIAL ELECTRICAL SYS-
TEMS FOR HEALTH CARE FACILITIES, available
same as Item 1.
3. NFPA No. 54, NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, avail-
able same as Item 1.
4. NFPA No. 58, AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD
FOR STORAGE AND HANDLING OF LIQUEFIED
PETROLEUM GAS, available same as Item 1.
5. NFPA No. 70, NFPA HANDBOOK OF NATIONAL
ELECTRIC CODE, available same as Item 1.
6. Article X, NATIONAL BUILDING CODE, available
from the American Insurance Association, 85
John Street, New York, N.Y. 10038.
7. AGRICULTURAL WIRING HANDBOOK, available
from the Food and Energy Council, 909 University
Avenue, Columbia, MO 65201.
8. ASAE EP-3634, INSTALLATION AND MAINTE-
NANCE OF FARM STANDBY ELECTRICAL SYS-
TEMS, available from the American Society of
Agricultural Engineers, 2950 Niles Road, St.
Joseph, MI 49085.
9. NFPA No. 30, FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE
LIQUIDS CODE, available same as Item 1.
1.2 UNPACKING
1.2.1 PRECAUTIONS
Handle shipping cartons and crates with care. Use
care to avoid damage from dropping, bumping, colli-
sion, etc. Store and unpack crates and cartons with
the proper side up, as noted on the shipping carton.
1.2.2 INSPECTION
After unpacking, carefully inspect the contents
for damage that may have occurred during shipment
• This standby generator set has been factory sup-
plied with a weather protective enclosure that is
intended for outdoor installation only.
• The 6 kW, 8 kW and 10 kW standby generator sets
are packaged with an automatic transfer switch.
• This UL listed, two-pole switch is rated at 100 AC
amperes at 250 volts maximum. This transfer
switch is for indoor use only.
• All sound attenuated models have a built-in trans-
fer switch.
If this generator is used to power electrical load
circuits normally powered by a utility power
source, you are required by code to install a trans-
fer switch. The transfer switch must effectively iso-
late the electrical system from the utility distribu-
tion system when the generator is operating (NEC
701). Failure to isolate an electrical system by such
means will result in damage to the generator and
also may result in injury or death to utility power
workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.
If any loss or damage is noted at time of delivery, have
the person(s) making the delivery note all damage on
the freight bill or affix his or her signature under the
consignor's memo of loss or damage.
If you note loss or damage after delivery, separate the
damaged materials and contact the carrier for claim
procedures.
“Concealed damage” is understood to mean damage
to the contents of a package that is not in evidence at
the time of delivery, but is discovered later.
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Section 1 — Installation
Guardian Air-cooled Generators
Only qualified electricians or contractors
should attempt such installations, which
must comply strictly with applicable
codes, standards and regulations.
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