Table 2. Specifications
Generator EGEN20A
Rated Maximum Continuous Power Capacity (LP)
20,000 Watts*
Rated Maximum Continuous Power Capacity (NG)
18,000 Watts*
Rated Voltage
120/240
Rated Maximum Continuous Load Current 240 Volts
83.3 LP/75 NG
Total Harmonic Distortion
Less than 5%
Main Line Circuit Breaker
100 Amp
Phase
1
Number of Rotor Poles
2
Rated AC Frequency
60Hz
Power Factor
1
Battery Requirement (not included)
Group 26R, 12 Volts & 525 Cold-cranking Amps Min.
Unit Weight
451 Pounds
Dimensions (L” x W” x H”)
48 x 25 x 29
Sound output in dB(A) at 23 ft. with generator operating at normal load
66
Sound output in dB(A) at 23 ft. with generator in Quiet-Test™ low speed exercise mode
60
Engine
Type of Engine
OHVI V-TWIN
Number of Cylinders
2
Rated Horsepower
36 @ 3,600 rpm
Displacement
999cc
Cylinder Block
Aluminum w/ Cast Iron Slv.
Valve Arrangement
Overhead Valve
Ignition System
Solid-state w/ Magneto
Governor System
Electronic
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Starter
12 Vdc
Oil Capacity Including Filter
Approx. 1.9 Qts.
Operating RPM
3,600
Fuel Consumption
Natural Gas cu.ft./hr: 1/2 Load / Full Load
Liquid Propane ft3/hr (gal/hr): 1/2 Load / Full Load
206 / 294
69 (1.89) / 106 (2.90)
Required fuel pressure to generator fuel inlet at all load ranges - 5 to 7 inches of water column for natural gas, 10 to 12 inches of water column for LP gas
Controls
2-Line Plain Text LCD Display
Simple user interface for ease of operation
Mode Switch
-Auto
-Off
-Manual/Test (start)
Automatic Start on Utility failure. 7 day exerciser
Stops unit. Power is removed. Control and charger still operate
Start with starter control, unit stays on. If utility fails, transfer to load takes place
Engine Start Sequence
Cyclic cranking: 16 sec. on, 7 rest (90 sec. maximum duration)
Engine Warm-up
10 seconds
Engine Cool-Down
1 minute
Starter Lock-out
Starter cannot re-engage until 5 sec. after engine has stopped
2.5 Amp Timed Trickle Battery Charger
Standard
Automatic Voltage Regulator w/Overvoltage Protection
Standard
Automatic Low Oil Pressure Shutdown
Standard
Overspeed Shutdown
Standard / 72Hz
Overcrank Protection
Standard
Safety Fuse
Standard
All ratings in accordance with BS5514, ISO3046 and DIN6271. * Maximum wattage & current are subject to & limited by such factors as fuel Btu content, ambient temperature, altitude, engine
power & condition, etc. Maximum power decreases about 3.5 percent for each 1,000 feet above sea level; and also will decrease about 1 percent for each 12° C (10° F) above 15.5° C (60°F).
TechnicalDataTD00405004E
Effective August 2009
Standby Generators
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