Preparations For Initial Start-Up - Westerbeke 5.5 EGCD Operator's Manual

PREPARATIONS FOR INITIAL START-UP
PRESTART INSPECTION
Before 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.
• 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 gasoline leaks.
WAIT FOR THE ENGINE TO COOL FROM COOLANT
BEFORE REMOVING THE RADIATOR. . RECOVERY TANK
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TO LIFTOFF
OIL DIPSTICK
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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 .
• 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 after 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,
and
the coolant recovery tank
may need to be filled to the MAX level.
TO NIPPLE AT
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