Alpha AlphaGen Curbside Installation guide

Brand: Alpha

Model: AlphaGen Curbside

Type: Installation guide

Alpha AlphaGen Curbside is a compact yet powerful generator designed for a variety of residential and commercial applications. With its advanced technology, this generator provides reliable backup power during outages, ensuring that essential devices and appliances remain operational. Here are some key capabilities of the Alpha AlphaGen Curbside:

Automatic Operation: The generator automatically starts within seconds of a power outage, providing immediate backup power.
Compact Design: Its compact size makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor placement, taking up minimal space.

Automatic Operation: The generator automatically starts within seconds of a power outage, providing immediate backup power.
Compact Design: Its compact size makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor placement, taking up minimal space.

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CE-G Series

Propane Enclosures

Installation Manual

CE-3G / CE-9G

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Preface

Topic page

Overview i

About this Manual i

Table of Contents ii

List of Figures iii

Safety Information iv

Installation Notes v

Battery Safety Notes vi

Overview: The purpose of the CE-G Enclosure Installation Manual is to

provide an overview of the system and to detail the

enclosure installation procedure.

Audience: This manual intended for the installers and operators of the

system.

Contents: Section 1, System Overview. This section describes the

CE-G Series Enclosure.

Section 2, Pre-Installation. This section describes

site selection and pad layout.

Section 3, Installation. This section describes the

procedures for installing the cabinet.

Section 4, Operation. This section describes the preparation of

the cabinet for initial turn-up and the conversion of the APU fuel

source from Natural Gas to Propane.

CE-G Series Enclosure

Installation Manual

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CE-G Series Enclosure

Installation Manual

Table of Contents

Section 1, System Overview

1.1 Overview .................................................................................. 1-1

1.2 Block Diagram ............................................................................... 1-2

Section 2, Pre-Installation

2.1 Site Preparation............................................................................ 2-1

2.1.1 Site considerations.............................................................. 2-1

2.1.2 Concrete pad layout ............................................................ 2-2

2.1.3 Enclosure impact protection ................................................. 2-3

Section 3, Installation

3.1 Tools and materials ....................................................................... 3-1

3.2 Transportation.............................................................................. 3-2

3.3 Installation procedure .................................................................... 3-3

3.4 Enclosure impact protection ........................................................... 3-6

Section 4, Operation

4.1 Installation of tanks ...................................................................... 4-1

4.2 Installation of Regulator assembly ................................................... 4-2

4.3 Installation of HP/LP hoses ............................................................. 4-4

4.4 Converting the APU From Natural Gas To Propane Gas ........................ 4-5

4.4.1 Accessing the APU .............................................................. 4-5

4.4.2 Dual Fuel Load block conversion procedure ............................. 4-9

4.4.3 Conversion completion ....................................................... 4-10

4.5 Natural Gas To LP Gas conversion.................................................. 4-11

4.5.1 Pre-Regulator / Low Fuel-pressure switch conversion ............. 4-11

4.6 Remotely located CE-G enclosures................................................ 4-14

4.7 Converting Collocated enclosure for remote application ..................... 4-15

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List of Figures

Section 1, Introduction

Figure 1.1 Colocated CE-X, CE-G enclosures .................................... 1-1

Figure 1.2 System Block Diagram .................................................... 1-2

Section 2, Pre-Installation

Figure 2.1 Concrete Pad Layout ..................................................... 2-2

Figure 2.2 Impact post arrangement .............................................. 2-3

Section 3, Installation

Figure 3.1 Gas Utility Box cutout .................................................... 3-3

Figure 3.2 Impact post arrangement ............................................... 3-6

Section 4, Operation

Figure 4.1 Tank base locator tabs ................................................... 4-1

Figure 4.2 Vapor outlet orientation .................................................. 4-1

Figure 4.3 Stop nut ............................................................ 4-2

Figure 4.4 Regulator assembly ........................................................ 4-2

Figure 4.5 Tank securing bracket .................................................... 4-3

Figure 4.6 High Pressure Hose arrangement ...................................... 4-4

Figure 4.7 Low Pressure Hose connection ........................................ 4-4

Figure 4.8 Exhaust pipe access panel .............................................. 4-5

Figure 4.9 Exhaust pipe flange bolts ................................................ 4-6

Figure 4.10 Fuel hose fitting ............................................................ 4-6

Figure 4.11 APU housing connectors ................................................. 4-7

Figure 4.12 APU tray locking bolts .................................................... 4-7

Figure 4.13 APU tray ............................................................ 4-8

Figure 4.14 Dual fuel load block ........................................................ 4-9

Figure 4.15 Exhaust pipe flange gasket ............................................. 4-10

Figure 4.16 Fuel hose placement, APU............................................... 4-10

Figure 4.17 Nat Gas pre-regulator removal ......................................... 4-11

Figure 4.18 Low fuel pressure switch wire placement ........................... 4-12

Figure 4.19 Low fuel pressure switch placement ................................. 4-12

Figure 4.20 Low fuel pressure switch connector ................................. 4-13

Figure 4.21 Remote CE-G arrangemant .............................................. 4-14

Figure 4.22 Bolt hole locations ......................................................... 4-15

Figure 4.23 Remote gas utility box mounting location ........................... 4-15

Figure 4.24 Hose connection ........................................................... 4-16

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To reduce the risk of electrical shock, injury or death caused by explosion of

fuel or moving parts, and to ensure the safe operation of this unit, the follow-

ing symbols have been placed throughout the manual. Where these symbols

appear, servicing should be performed only by qualified personnel.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE

This symbol indicates a dangerous voltage exists in this area of the

product. Use caution whenever working in the area to prevent

electrical shock.

INHALATION HAZARD - DONT BREATHE VAPORS

This symbol indicates an inhalation hazard exists in this area of the

product. Use caution whenever working in the area to prevent possible

inhalation of harmful (fuel or exhaust) vapors.

NO MATCHES OR OPEN FLAMES

This symbol indicates a fire or explosive hazard exists in this area of

the product. Use caution whenever working in the area to prevent

possible combustion fuel vapors.

MECHANICAL OR MOVING PARTS HAZARD

These symbols indicate the presence of a mechanical or moving parts

hazard in this area of the product. Use caution whenever working in

the area to prevent possible injury to the operator or servicepersonnel.

LEAK HAZARD

This symbol indicates a leak hazard exists in this area of the product.

Use caution whenever working in the area to prevent and correct any

leaks detected.

ATTENTION

This symbol indicates important installation, operation or maintenance

instructions. Always follow these instructions closely.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE:

Alpha Technologies products are subject to change through

continual improvement processes. Therefore, specifications and/or

design layouts may vary slightly from descriptions included in this

manual. Updates to the manual will be issued when changes affect

form, fit or function.

HAZARDOUS CONDITION

CAUTION

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IMPORTANT INSTALLATION NOTES

It is important that the installation procedures be followed as outlined in this

manual. The procedures have been developed to facilitate the installation of

the equipment and for the safety of the installation and service personnel.

Read the documentation thoroughly before proceeding with the installation.

The system should be installed ONLY by qualified service personnel.

Consult local utility codes for additional cabinet grounding and utility

requirements.

ALPHA TECHNOLOGIES is not responsible for broken welds of other damage to

the cabinet caused by improper installation.

All dimensions are given in inches.

For further information regarding this installation, contact ALPHA

TECHNOLOGIES or your nearest ALPHA representative.

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Propane Safety Notes

1. Never overfill your LP-gas container. LPgas containers not

containing a fixed liquid level gauge must be filled by

weight to 80% of their total capacity. Propane expands

1.5% for each 10 °F increase in temperature. 20% of the

container must remain available for expansion. Some tanks

supplied by Alpha Technologies come equipped with auto-

matic stop fill valves. Tanks must be filled in accordance

with manufactures, D.O.T, NFPA Code 58, state and local

regulations.

2. Do not use pliers to close the POL valve on your tank.

These valves are designed to be closed leak tight by hand or

screwdriver as appropriate. If pliers are needed to stop a

leak , the valve needs replacement.

3. When tightening the POL Nut (left-hand thread) on the

service valve, draw it up snug with a proper wrench  do not

jam it. No thread sealant is necessary. Check for leaks

after connecting, by using a leak detection solution or soapy

water.

4. If you take your LP-gas tank to a LP-gas dealer for filling,

transport it in the proper position in which it is used (verti-

cal for all Alpha Technologies supplied tanks), with the

valves closed and the POL plug inserted. Secure the tank

against falling or rolling.

5. The outside of the tank should be kept corrosion free by

periodic checks and a coat of paint should be used if needed

(light reflective color).

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Propane Safety Notes

6. Do not store LP-gas tanks indoors or in enclosed areas. Do

not expose the tanks to heat, relief valve may open. Al-

ways store with the service valve closed tight and plugged.

7. Do not attempt to repair LP-gas containers or valves or

regulators.

8. When using make sure that the tank is level, securely fas-

tened down, and vertical.

9. Check all tank and line connections periodically to be sure

they are tight. When testing for leaks use soapy water or a

leak detect solution. Do not use any open flame for leak

testing.

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1. System Overview

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1.1 Overview

The CE-X series of enclosures from Alpha Technologies has been

designed to meet the needs of todays outside plant powering requirements.

When an alternate fuel source is not available, the CEG propane natural gas

option can provide up to 16 hours of continuous operation.

The procedures described in this document describe the installation of a

CE-G Series Propane Enclosure. The installation procedures are identical for

the CE-3G and the CE-9G. The cabinet footprint (and mounting hole location)

is identical for each enclosure. The only physical difference between the

enclosures is that the CE-3G is 44 tall and the CE-9G is 52 tall.

Fig.1.1, Collocated CE-X/CE-G enclosures

1-2

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Fig. 1.2, System block diagram

DEMAND

REGULATOR

LOW PRESSURE

SOLENOID

8oz

ENGINE

LP PROPANE - VAPOR WITHDRAWAL

LOW FUEL

PRESSURE

HIGH PRESSURE

CONTROL

CONTROLS

PROPANE

11"WC

PROPANE 150 PSI

10 PSI TO 11"WC

PROPANE

POST-REG

PRE-REGULATOR

OUTLET

PROPANE

VALVE

AUTO/MANUAL

DUAL TANK

SENSOR

ENCLOSURE

APU

BLOCK DIAGRAM

SWITCH

GAS

BOX

UTILITY

PROPANE

ENCLOSURE

11"WC

MAX

LOW FUEL ALM

1.2 Block Diagram

The block diagram shown illustrates the overall system interconnection

between the CE-X enclosure with Auxiliary Power Unit, and the CE-G enclosure

with supplemental propane supply.

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2.1 Site Preparation

2.1.1 Site considerations

The site for the collocated CE-G will be predetermined by

the location of the CE-X enclosure.

The site for the remotely located CE-G should be planned so

that the enclosure will receive good air flow. If possible, in areas

of extreme heat, the enclosure should be positioned so that it

will be shaded from the afternoon sun. In areas of prevailing

winds, the enclosure should be located so that the side of the

cabinet face into the direction of the prevailing wind. This will

greatly reduce the amount of wind borne matter (dirt, snow, and

debris) which may enter the enclosure through the louvers or

vents.

In areas of flooding, the geographical site and concrete pad

should be located above the flood plane.

Place the front of the enclosure facing the street, where

component access will be curbside. In most instances,

landscaping such trees, shrubs, or wooden fences serve to

provide a more acceptable appearance in keeping with

surrounding neighborhood designs.

The enclosure should be placed where it will be free of

obstructions.

2. Pre-Installation

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2.1.2 Concrete Pad Layout

The illustration below shows the general dimensions for a poured

in place concrete pad. When placing the pad, allow at least 36

inches of clearance to allow the front and rear doors to fully

open.

3/8" diameter (4 places) bolts (which should extend

1"-1 1/2" above the surface of the pad). All mounting hardware

must be stainless steel to prevent corrosion.

A 25+ year continuous vapor barrier must be used between the

enclosure and pad to prevent moisture ingress and corrosion

caused by metal-to-concrete contact. The vapor barrier material

(such as 30 lb. felt, neoprene pond liner, or heavy grade tar

paper) should initially extend at least 6" in all directions around

the perimeter of the enclosure. After the enclosure is in place, the

material should be cut closer to the enclosure, using the

appropriate knife or cutting tool.

2.1 Site Preparation, continued

Fig.2-1, Concrete pad layout (all dimensions shown in inches)

2. Pre-Installation

2-3

TRAFFIC

SIDEWALKSIDEWALK

PAD

POSTS

CURB

STREET

CE-X CE-G

PROPANEAPU

FRONT

2.1.3 Enclosure Impact Protection

As described in the NFPA Technical Compliance Statement,

the cabinet must be protected by impact posts, placed in

strategic locations according to traffic patterns. The illustration

below shows the general arrangement of the 6 diameter,

concrete-filled posts. The actual positioning of the posts may

vary by location.

2.1 Site Preparation, continued

Fig.2-2, Impact post arrangement (typical)

2. Pre-Installation

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3. Installation

The following procedure will allow for installation of the Collocated CE-G with

the CE-X/ CE-X2. The CE-G enclosure re is bolted to the concrete pad using

7/16  bolts and to the CE-X APU enclosure by carriage bolts. Also this

procedure will explain step by step how to install the two 40 LB propane tanks

and the regulator /control valve.

Tools:

(2) Pipe wrench 10

7/8 combination box and open ended wrench

Straight slot screw driver

Multimeter

Adjustable crescent wrench 10

1/2  open ended wrench

Materials

QTY

(1) Regulator hold down bracket assembly

(2) 40 pound DOT approved propane tanks

(1) CE-G Enclosure

3.1 Tools and Materials

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3. Installation

3.2 Transportation

The enclosure is shipped bolted to a shipping pallet. It should be

transported, loaded, and unloaded while bolted to the shipping pallet. A safe

means of transportation to the site and unloading the enclosure must be

considered. Do not transport, lift, or place the unit on any surface unable to

fully support its weight.

NOTE:

The enclosure should only be transported, lifted, and

installed as shipped from the factory. Do not install the

propane tanks until the enclosure is installed on the pad.

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Alpha AlphaGen Curbside Installation guide

Brand: Alpha

Model: AlphaGen Curbside

Type: Installation guide

Automatic Operation: The generator automatically starts within seconds of a power outage, providing immediate backup power.
Compact Design: Its compact size makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor placement, taking up minimal space.

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