Electrical System; Operating Instructions - Aerotech BT 400-46 Installation And Operation Maintenance

Section 4
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4.26

Electrical System

4.27 Refer to figure 4-6 for the following description of the electrical system for this unit.
(a) A 12 VOLT battery (BT) supplies power for all control circuits. Battery negative corresponds
(b) A toggle switch (S1) on the control panel turns on the panel light (DS) for nighttime
(c) A momentary switch (S2) is moved to and held in the closed position to start the diesel
(d) Closing S2 provides a circuit to energize the starter solenoid (K1). Its contacts (K1X1) close
(e) For cold weather starting a momentary switch (S3) is held in the closed position providing
(f) The oil pressure switch (S4) closes and remains closed during engine operation. Through S4
(g) When S4 closes battery power is provided to the ignition coil (L) which provides a high
(h) During engine operation the alternator (B2) produces a voltage which is maintained by the
The BT400-46 heater is unsafe for operation in explosive atmospheres.
4.28

Operating Instructions

4.29 Preliminary Adjustments
4.30 Before starting the heater proceed as follows:
(a) Tow trailer to site and select a location as close to level as possible. Out-of-level
(b) Set parking brakes.
(c) Perform all inspection chacks and services as listed in section 5, table 5-2.
Exhaust gases from the combustion chamber and the diesel engine contain poisonous carbon monoxide
gas. It is possible to contaminate the ventilating air with exchaust gases if these gases are drawn into the
air inlet. The heater should be positioned so that the wind blows the exhaust gases away from the air
inlet. Before operating the heater, insure the exhaust muffler from the diesel engine is free of leaks.
to system electrical ground similar to most automotive systems.
illumination of controls on the panel.
engine.
providing a circuit from the battery to the starter motor (B1).
power to the preheater relay (K2). The relay contacts (K2X1) supply power from the
battery to the preheater (R).
the hour meter (M) is energized and record total operating time.
voltage to produce a continuous arc across gap E to ignite the fuel.
voltage regulator (VR) to recharge the battery through the oil pressure switch (S4).
should not exceed 8 1/2 degrees.
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