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Operation
Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and
ventilating air is critical for expelling toxic car-
bon monoxide gas and fuel vapors from the
generator compartment and for proper genera-
tor operation. Without sufficient cooling airflow,
deadly carbon monoxide gas can accumulate
and the engine/generator may quickly over-
heat, causing serious damage to the genera-
tor. Do not operate the genset in any confined
space.
The exhaust system must be installed in accor-
dance with the genset installation manual. Do
not alter the installation or permit even partial
blockage of ventilation systems, as this can
seriously affect the safe and proper operation
of the generator.
Do not operate the generator if the exhaust
system is leaking or has been damaged or if
you have experienced carbon monoxide poi-
soning symptoms during use. Shut down the
generator and do not operate it until it has
been inspected and/or repaired.
Never sleep in the vehicle while the genset is
running unless the vehicle has a working car-
bon monoxide detector.
2.5
STARTING THE GENERATOR
Read the vehicle manufacturer's instructions. The owner/
operator should become familiar with the vehicle in which this
generator is installed. Differences exist between vehicles. For
example, some vehicles may use a transfer switch to isolate
dockside power from the generator, while other vehicles may
use an isolating receptacle. Some vehicles may be equipped
with a DC converter which allows the generator to power certain
DC lighting and other DC loads.
To crank and start the generator engine, proceed as follows:
1.
Turn OFF electrical loads using the means provided in the
vehicle (such as a main line circuit breaker or transfer
switch).
If starting from the generator control panel, turn OFF loads
by setting the generator's main circuit breaker to the OFF (or
open) position. If starting from a remote panel, turn OFF loads
using the means provided in the vehicle (such as a main circuit
breaker). Electrical load circuits will be turned ON after the
generator has started, stabilized and warmed up.
2.
If the engine has not been started in more than two weeks,
press the Fuel Pump Primer switch and hold it for about 10
seconds. However, if the engine is warm, skip Step 2.
3.
To crank and start the engine, hold the start/stop switch at
START. Release the switch when the engine starts.
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NOTE:
NOTE:
If the engine does not start after it has been
cranking for 15 seconds, release the Start/Stop
switch and wait 1 minute before trying again.
Holding the switch for longer than 15 seconds
can damage the starter motor.
4.
Let the engine run at no-load for a few minutes to stabilize and
warm up.
5.
Turn ON electrical loads using the means provided (such as a
main circuit breaker or transfer switch).
2.6
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
1.
Turn OFF all electrical loads using the means provided (such
as a main circuit breaker or transfer switch).
2.
Let generator run at no-load for a few minutes, to stabilize
internal engine generator temperatures.
3.
Place the Start/Stop switch in its STOP position. The engine
will come to a complete stop.
2.7
APPLYING LOADS TO
GENERATOR
When applying electrical loads to the generator, observe these
guidelines:
•
Before applying electrical loads, let the generator stabilize and
warm up for a minute or two.
•
DO NOT overload the generator.
2.7.1 LETTING THE ENGINE STABILIZE
The generator supplies correct rated voltage only at the proper
governed speed. Some electrical appliances may be extremely
sensitive to voltage. Incorrect voltages can damage such appli-
ances.
If electrical loads are applied at reduced operating speeds, such
loads imposed on the engine when sufficient power is not available
may shorten engine life. Never turn ON electrical loads until after
the generator engine has started and stabilized at no-load.
2.7.2 DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR
Read the rated wattage/amperage capacity of the generator on the
generator data label (see "Generator Identification").
Applying electrical loads in excess of the unit's rated capacity will
cause the engine/generator to automatically shut down.
To avoid overloading, add up the wattage of all connected electrical
lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads. This total should not be
greater than the generator's rated wattage capacity.
•
Most lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads indicate their
required watts on their nameplate or data plate. For light bulbs,
simply note the wattage rating of the bulb.
•
If a load does not show its rated wattage, multiply that load's
rated VOLTS times AMPS to obtain WATTS.
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