Assembly; Unpacking - Rheem GEN12S Manual Del Operador

Essential Circuit Selection
When selecting the essential circuits that will be switched to
"Standby Power," it is important that the sum of the combined
circuit loads does not exceed the wattage/amperage capacity of
the generator. To help you with your selection of essential
circuits, please consider the following:
Add up the total wattage of all electrical devices to be
connected at one time. This total should NOT be greater
than the generator's wattage capacity.
The rated wattage of lights can be taken from light
bulbs. The rated wattage of tools, appliances and
motors can usually be found on a data plate or decal
affixed to the device.
If the appliance, tool or motor nameplate does not list
wattage, multiply volts times the ampere rating to
determine watts (Volts x Amps = Watts).
Some electric motors (induction types) require about
three times more watts of power for starting than for
running. This surge lasts for only a few seconds. Be
sure you allow for this high starting wattage when
selecting electrical devices that will be energized by the
Home Generator System:
• Figure the watts required to start the largest motor.
• Add that to the total running watts of all other
connected loads.
This Rheem / Ruud Home Generator System complies with
the following "stationary standby power rating":
The standby power rating is applicable for supplying
power for the duration of normal power interruption.
No sustained overload capability is available for this
rating.
This rating is applicable to installations served by a
reliable normal utility source. This rating is only
applicable to variable loads with an average load factor
of 80% of the standby rating. The standby rating is only
applicable for optional standby power where the
generator set serves as the backup to the normal utility
source.
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Use the "Wattage Reference Guide" provided and mark those
circuits you consider "critical" or "essential". Make sure you
and your installer consider the system's altitude above sea
level and the ambient temperature range when determining
total generator load.
IMPORTANT: When using the 100 Amp or 200 Amp transfer
switch with the Home Generator System, you must turn off
any non essential loads. Failure to turn off non essential
loads could overload the generator causing it to shut down.
Some examples of non essential loads are:
• Pool pump
• Hot tub
• Electric hot tub and/or pool heaters
• Non-essential air conditioners
• Electric hot water heaters
• Electric range and/or oven
• Arc welder
• Non essential electric heaters

Assembly

Unpacking

Refer to the Installation Manual for detailed unpacking
instructions, if desired.
Delivery Inspection
After removing the carton, carefully inspect the Home
Generator System for any damage that may have occurred
during shipment.
IMPORTANT: 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 after
delivery, separate the damaged materials and contact the
carrier for claim procedures. Missing or damaged parts are
not warranted.