Generator Shut-Down Procedures - MULTIQUIP Whisperwatt DCA70SSJU4i Operation And Parts Manual

Warning
never stop the engine suddenly except in an
emergency.
normal shutdoWn procedure
To shutdown the generator, use the following procedure:
1. Place both the main, gFci and load circuit breakers
as shown in Figure 54 to the OFF position.
Figure 54. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (OFF)
2. Let the engine cool by running it at low speed for 3-5
minutes with no load applied.
3. Place the auto off/reset manual switch (Figure 55)
in the oFF/reset position.
auto off/reset manual
Figure 55.
(Off/Reset)
4. Verify that all status LEDs on the ECU control panel
are OFF (not lit).
5. Remove all loads from the generator.
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GeNeratOr shUt-DOWN prOCeDUres

Switch
6. Place the 70 amp circuit breaker switch (Figure 56) on
the 600 VAC control box enclosure to the OFF position.
Figure 56. Circuit Breaker OFF (600 VAC)
7. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening of
components that may have occurred during operation.
emergencY shutdoWn procedure
1. Place the mpec control switch ( in the oFF/reset
position.
automatic shut-doWn sYstem
This unit is equipped with safety devices to automatically
stop the engine in the event of low oil pressure, approximately
14 psi (97 kPa), or high water temperature, approximately
230° F (110° C), overspeed approximately +15%. The alarm
lamps on the ECU illuminate to signify the reason for the
shutdown.
NOTICE
Before inspecting generator, check that the Auto/
Manual switch is in the oFF/reset position, and place
all circuit breakers in the OFF position. Allow sufficient
time for adequate cooling. When ready to restart,
complete all steps in the Generator Startup Procedure
section of this manual.
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