Alpha CE3G User Manual

CE3G Enclosure

Fuel Quantity Alarm

Installation and Operation Manual

Effective: June, 2005

Alpha Technologies

Power

Fuel Quantity Alarm Option

745-738-C0-001, Rev A

Effective Date: June, 2005

Alpha Technologies, Inc.

A member of The Alpha Group

NOTE

Photographs contained in this manual are for illustrative purposes only. These photographs may not match your installation.

NOTE

Operator is cautioned to review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are questions regarding the safe operation of this product, please contact Alpha Technologies or your nearest Alpha representative.

NOTE

Alpha shall not be held liable for any damage or injury involving its enclosures, power supplies, generators, batteries, or other hardware if used or operated in any manner or subject to any condition not consistent with its intended purpose, or is installed or operated in an unapproved manner, or improperly maintained.

Contacting Alpha Technologies: www.alpha.com

For general product information and customer service (7 AM to 5 PM, Paciﬁ c Time), call

1-800-863-3930

For complete technical support, call

1-800-863-3364

7 AM to 5 PM, Paciﬁ c Time or 24/7 emergency support

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Table of Contents

Safety Notes, Guidelines, and Precautions ........................................................................... 6

General Safety Precautions................................................................................................... 7

Battery Safety Notes.............................................................................................................. 8

Chemical Hazards ................................................................................................................. 8

Electrical Safety ..................................................................................................................... 9

Gas Safety ............................................................................................................................. 9

Battery Maintenance Guidelines.......................................................................................... 10

Recycling and Disposal ....................................................................................................... 10

Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Notes ....................................................................................... 10

1.0 Introduction ................................................................................................................11

1.1 Pre-Installation ................................................................................................11

1.1.1 Parts, Tools, and Checklist ...................................................................11

1.2 Installation ...................................................................................................... 12

1.2.1 Installing Alarm Housing...................................................................... 12

1.2.2 Removing Low Fuel Pressure Switch Connector ................................ 13

1.2.3 Gas Box Modiﬁ cation .......................................................................... 14

1.2.4 Cable Connection and Routing ........................................................... 15

1.2.5 Sensor Module Installation .................................................................. 17

1.2.6 Reinstall Ignition Battery ..................................................................... 18

1.3 Alarm Operation ............................................................................................. 19

1.4 Return Unit to Service .................................................................................... 20

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Figures and Tables

Fig. 1-1, Alarm Housing Fastener Location ....................................................... 12

Fig. 1-2, Alarm Housing Placement ...................................................................12

Fig. 1-3, Cable Connection and Routing............................................................12

Fig. 1-4 Low Fuel Pressure Switch (LFPS) Connector, Bulkhead Fitting ......... 13

Fig. 1-5 LFPS Connector Wiring .......................................................................13

Fig. 1-6 LFPS Assembly ...................................................................................14

Fig. 1-7 LFPS Wiring, Bulkhead Fitting.............................................................14

Fig. 1-8 Bottom View, Gas Utility Box ............................................................... 14

Fig. 1-9 Sensors and Nut ..................................................................................15

Fig. 1-10 Water-tight Bulkhead Fitting ................................................................ 15

Fig. 1-11 Sensor Modules and Water-tight Bulkhead Fitting .............................. 15

Fig. 1-12 Wiring Inside Gas Box ......................................................................... 16

Fig. 1-13 Reposition LFPS..................................................................................16

Fig. 1-14 Wire Arrangement, Generator Cabinet Side ........................................ 16

Fig. 1-15 Dust Cap Removal .............................................................................. 17

Fig. 1-16 Sensor Module Installation .................................................................. 17

Fig. 1-17 Completed Sensor Installation.............................................................17

Fig. 1-18 Completed Alarm Kit Installation.......................................................... 18

Fig. 1-19 Fuel Quantity Alarm Relay Wiring Harness .........................................19

Fig. 1-20 J2 Fuel Relay PCB Connections ......................................................... 20

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Safety Notes, Guidelines, and Precautions

Review the drawings and illustrations contained in this manual before proceeding. If there are any questions regarding the safe installation or operation of the system, contact Alpha Technologies or the nearest Alpha representative. Save this document for future reference.

To reduce the risk of injury or death, and to ensure the continued safe operation of this product, the following symbols have been placed throughout this manual. Where these symbols appear, use extra care and attention.

ATTENTION! The use of ATTENTION indicates speciﬁ c regulatory/code requirements that may affect the placement of equipment and installation procedures.

NOTE

A NOTE provides additional information to help complete a speciﬁ c task or procedure.

CAUTION!

The use of CAUTION indicates safety information intended to PREVENT DAMAGE to material or equipment.

WARNING!

A WARNING presents safety information to PREVENT INJURY OR DEATH to the technician or user.

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General Safety Precautions

To avoid injury:

• This enclosure and its associated hardware must be serviced only by authorized personnel.

• Enclosure must remain locked at all times, except when authorized service personnel are present.

• Remove all conductive jewelry or personal equipment prior to servicing equipment, parts, connectors, wiring, or batteries.

• Read and follow all installation, equipment grounding, usage, and service instructions included in this manual.

• Use proper lifting techniques whenever handling enclosure, equipment, parts, or batteries.

• Batteries contain dangerous voltages, currents and corrosive material. Battery installation, maintenance, service and replacement must be performed by authorized personnel only.

• Never use uninsulated tools or other conductive materials when installing, maintaining, servicing or replacing batteries.

• Use special caution when connecting or adjusting battery cabling. An improperly connected battery cable or an unconnected battery cable can result in arcing, a ﬁ re, or possible explosion.

• A battery that shows signs of cracking, leaking or swelling must be replaced immediately by authorized personnel using a battery of identical type and rating.

• Avoid any contact with gelled or liquid emissions from a valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) battery. Emissions contain dilute sulfuric acid which is harmful to the skin and eyes. Emissions are electrolytic, which are electrically conductive and are corrosive. Follow the Chemical Hazards notes if contact occurs.

• Do not smoke or introduce sparks in the vicinity of a battery.

• Under certain overcharging conditions, lead-acid batteries can vent a mixture of hydrogen gas that is explosive. Proper venting of the enclosure is required.

CAUTION!

Enclosure, equipment or parts may be damaged or cause damage if used or installed improperly.

To avoid damage:

• Prior to installation, verify that the AC input voltage to the enclosure and its equipment match with respect to voltage and frequency.

• Prior to installation, verify that the output voltage from the enclosure or its equipment match the voltage requirements of the connected equipment (load).

• Prior to installation, verify that the enclosure’s utility service panel is equipped with a properly rated circuit breaker for use with the equipment inside. Refer to manufacturer’s recommendations.

• Review and upgrade utility service panel circuit breaker requirements whenever the equipment within the enclosure is changed.

• Prior to installation, contact local utilities, local building maintenance departments, and cable/piping locator services to ensure that installation does not interfere with existing utility or building cables/piping.

• Do not exceed the output rating of equipment. Verify load requirements prior and during connection process.

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