Installation; Home Owner Responsibilities; Installing Dealer/Contractor Responsibilities; Important - Rheem GEN27WN Manual De Instalación Y Arranque

Installation

Equipment Description
This product is intended for use as an optional residential
generator 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 inconvenience. This product does not qualify
for emergency standby as defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).
Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this
manual is accurate and current. However, we reserve the
right to change, alter, or otherwise improve the product and
this document at any time without prior notice.

Home Owner Responsibilities

• Read and follow the instructions given in the operator's
manual, especially the section regarding selecting
essential circuits.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for
and using your residential generator, as specified in the
operator's manual.

Installing Dealer/Contractor Responsibilities

• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Install only an UL approved transfer switch that is
compatible with the generator.
• Read and follow the instructions given in this
installation and start-up manual.
IMPORTANT: The system is equipped with a water heater
that is activated when ambient temperature is less than 80°F
AND utility power is present at the transfer switch.
If you need more information in this matter, please call
(877) 369-9400 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT.
Unpacking Precautions
The unit is shipped ready for installation on a prepared
reinforced cement slab or engineered base. Avoid
damage from dropping, bumping, collision, etc. Store and
unpack carton with the proper side up, as noted on the
shipping carton.

Delivery Inspection

After removing the carton, carefully inspect the generator 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.
Shipment Contents
The generator system is supplied with:
• Fully-serviced coolant system
• Fully-serviced oil/lubricating system
• Flexible fuel hook-up hose
• Installation and start-up manual
• Operator's manual
• Engine operator's manual
• Installation checklist
• Spare access door keys
• Spare 15 Amp ATO-type fuse
• Ten-pole control panel connector
• Touch up paint
• Remote LED indicator kit (LED/plate/screws)
Not Supplied:
• Starting battery (see page 16)
• Reinforced concrete pad
• Connecting wire and conduit
• Fuel supply valves/plumbing
• Two 60" lengths of 2" Schedule 40 pipe (NOT conduit)
• Crane, lifting straps, chains or cables
• Hole punches for 7 ga steel
• Torque screwdriver, 5 to 50 inch-pound range
• Voltage/frequency meter
• Ignition timing light (if converting fuel type)
• Air Fuel Ratio Meter (O 2 Sensor and Analyzer, if
converting fuel type)
• Dummy load (if converting fuel type)
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