Access Ports; The Gaseous Fuel System - Rheem GEN27WN Manual De Instalación Y Arranque

Access Ports

The residential generator is equipped with an enclosure that
has several access doors, as shown above. The doors are
named for a significant component located behind them,
as follows:
A. Fuel Inlet port (shown for reference)
B. Control Panel door (may be two doors)
C. Exhaust opening (shown for reference)
D. Coolant/Oil Fill door
E. Battery door
WARNING Contact with muffler and engine parts can
result in serious burns.
• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
The Coolant Fill, Battery and Control Panel doors must be
installed whenever the unit is running to assure proper
cooling, reduce noise and for added safety.
Each residential generator is shipped with a set of identical
keys. These keys fit the locks that secure the access doors.
To open access door:
1. Insert key into lock of access door handle and turn key
one quarter turn counterclockwise.
2. Grasp door's handle and turn one quarter turn
counterclockwise to open. Remove key.
3. Coolant Fill door is unlocked in the same manner. It can
be used for adding coolant or oil.
To close access door:
1. Close door and turn door's handle one quarter
turn clockwise.
2. Insert key into lock of door handle and turn key one
quarter turn clockwise. Remove key.
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The Gaseous Fuel System

The information below is provided to assist gaseous fuel
system technicians in planning installations. In no way
should this information be interpreted to conflict with
applicable fuel gas codes. Consult with your local fuel
supplier or Fire Marshall if questions or problems arise.
WARNING Propane and Natural Gas are extremely
• LP gas is heavier than air and will settle in low areas.
• Natural gas is lighter than air and will collect in
high areas.
• The slightest spark can ignite these fuels and cause
an explosion.
• DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
TO THE INSTALLER: Consult with the generator owner(s)
and convey any technical considerations that might
affect their installation plans before applying these
general guidelines.
The following general rules apply to gaseous fuel
system piping:
• The piping should be of a material that conforms to
federal and local codes, rigidly mounted and protected
against vibration.
• Piping should be protected from physical damage
where it passes through flower beds, shrub beds, and
other cultivated areas where damage could occur.
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flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns
or death.
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