Preparations For Initial Start-Up - Westerbeke 10.0 EGTD Operator's Manual

PREPARATIONS FOR INITIAL START-UP
PRESTART INSPECTION
Befor~ starting your generator set for the first time or after a
prolonged layoff, check the following items:
• Make certain the cooling water thru-hull is open.
• Check the engine oil level. Add oil to maintain the level at
the
full mark
on the dipstick.
• Check the fuel supply and examine the fuel filter/separator
bowls for contaminants.
• Check the
DC
electrical system. Inspect
wire
connections
and battery cable connections.
R
Check load leads for correct connection as specified in the
wiring diagrams.
• Examine air inlet and outlet for air flow obstructions
(SoundGuards ).
• Be sure no other generator or utility power is connected to
load lines.
• Be sure that in power systems with a neutral line that
the neutral is properly grounded (or ungrounded) as the
system requires, and
that
the generator neutral is properly
connected to the load neutral. In single phase
systems
an ·
incomplete or open neutral can supply the wrong line-to-
neutral voltage on unbalanced loads.
• Visually examine the
unit.
Look for loose or.missing_
parts, disconnected wires, unattached hoses, and check
threaded connections. Search for any fuel line leaks.
WAIT FOR THE ENGINE
W
COOL
BEFORE REMOVING THE RADfATOR
CAP .
MAWFOLD PRESSURE
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PRESS DOWN AND TURN
TOUFTOFF
FROM COOLANT
RECOVERY TANK
Olll)IPSTICK
LOW
A
CAUTION:
When starting the generator. it is
recommended that all AC loads, especially large
motors, be switched OFF until the engine has come
up to speed and,. in cold climates, starts to warm up.
This precaution will prevent damage caused by
unanticipated operation of the AC machinery and will
prevent a cold engine from stalling.
II
Check the coolant level in both the plastic recovery tank
and
at
the manifold.
NOTE:
After the initial running of the generator, the air in
the engine's cooling system will be purged to the coolant
recovery tank. Open the air bleed petcock to ensure that the
cooling system is purged of air. After shutdown and cifter the
engine has cooled, the coolant from the recovery tank will be
drawn into the engine's cooling system to replace the purged
air.
Before subsequent operation of the generator, the engine's
manifold should be topped off, a:nd the coolant recovery tank
may need to be filled to the MAX level.
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