Owner Orientation; Fuel Factors - Rheem GEN12S Manual Del Operador

Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of a Rheem / Ruud Home
Generator System (HGS). This product is intended for use as
an optional home standby system which provides an
alternate source of electric power and to serve loads such as
heating, refrigeration systems, and communication systems
that, when stopped during any power outage, could cause
discomfort, or the like. This product does not qualify for
emergency standby as defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).
Rheem has made every effort to provide for a safe,
streamlined and cost-effective installation. Because each
installation is unique, it is impossible to know of and advise
the trade of all conceivable procedures and methods by
which installation might be achieved. Neither could we know
of possible hazards and/or the results of each method or
procedure. For these reasons,
Only current licensed electrical and plumbing contractors
should attempt HGS installations. Installations must
strictly comply with all applicable codes, industry
standards and regulations.
Your Rheem / Ruud Home Generator System is supplied with
this "Operator's Manual" and a separate "Installation
Manual". These are important documents and should be
retained by the owner after the installation has been
completed.
For the Home Owner:
To help you make informed choices and communicate
effectively with your installation contractor(s),
Read and understand the
Owner Orientation Section of this manual
BEFORE contracting or starting
your HGS installation.
To arrange for proper installation, contact your Rheem /
Ruud Home Generator System authorized dealer, a licensed
electrician or your utility power provider.
The HGS Warranty is VOID unless the system is installed
by licensed electrical and plumbing professionals.
The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted
for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency and by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

Owner Orientation

This section provides Home Generator System owners with
the information necessary to achieve the most satisfactory
and cost effective installation possible.
Illustrations herein are for typical circumstances and are
meant to familiarize you with the installation options
available with your Home Generator System. A thorough
understanding of these options will provide fundamental
control over the cost of your installation, as well as ensure
your final satisfaction and security.
Federal and local codes, appearance, noise levels, fuel types,
and distances are the factors that must be considered when
negotiating with an installation professional. Remember that
as the distance from the existing electrical service and
gaseous fuel supply increases, equal compensations in
piping and wiring materials must be allowed for. This is
necessary to comply with local codes and overcome
electrical voltage drops and gaseous fuel pressure drops.
The factors mentioned above will have a direct affect on
the overall price of your Home Generator System
installation.
NOTE: Electrical permits for installing the Home Generator
System, building permits for installing gas lines, and permits
for noise allowances may be required. Your installer should
check your local codes AND obtain the permits before
installing the system.

Fuel Factors

An important consideration affecting the entire installation is
the type of fuel used by your Home Generator System. The
system was factory tested and adjusted using natural gas as
a fuel. Liquid propane (LP) may also be used as a fuel (see
the Installation Manual).
Although there are specific factors that are inherent to each
of these fuels, your location and the duration of possible
utility interruptions should guide your selection of fuel type.
For urban installations, Natural Gas (if available) should be
your fuel of choice. For remote installations, a Liquefied
Petroleum (LP) tank might better meet your needs.
For proper engine function, the following fuel guidelines are
recommended:
• Use clean, dry fuel, free of moisture or any particulate
material. Using fuels outside the following
recommended values may cause performance
problems.
In engines set up to run on propane (LP) gas,
commercial grade HD5 propane with a minimum fuel
energy of 2500 BTUs/ft3 with maximum propylene
content of 5% and butane and heavier gas content of
2.5% and minimum propane content of 90%.
WARNING
Propane and Natural Gas are extremely flammable
and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
• The Home Generator System is equipped with an automatic
safety gas "fuel shut-off" valve.
• DO NOT operate the equipment if the "fuel shut-off" valve is
missing or inoperative.
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