Generator Shutdown Procedures - MQ Power WHISPERWATT DCA70SSIU4FC8B Operation Manual

NORMAL SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE (MANUAL)
1. Place the load's ON/OFF switch in the OFF position.
2. Place the main circuit breaker in the OFF position.
3. Press the OFF button on the digital controller
(Figure 45) to stop the engine. The engine will stop
after a 1-minute cool-down process.
Figure 45. Digital Controller (OFF Button)
4. After the engine has stopped completely, place the
Control Power switch in the OFF position (Figure 46).
Figure 46. Control Power Switch (OFF)
5. Allow sufficient time for adequate cooling, then inspect
the entire generator for any damage or loosening of
components that may have occurred during operation.
NORMAL SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE (AUTO)
When the remote contacts are opened, the engine will
stop. To exit Auto mode, press the OFF button on the
digital controller (Figure 45). The circuit breaker will
automatically turn OFF and the engine will stop after a
1-minute cool-down process.
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GENERATOR SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES

ON
OFF
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
1. To stop the engine in the event of an emergency, push
the Emergency Stop switch (Figure 47). This switch is
located on the side of the generator next to the output
terminal panel.
Figure 47. Emergency Stop Switch
2. The Emergency Stop switch is a push-locked type
switch. The switch contact can only be released by
rotating the button in the clockwise direction. The
engine cannot be restarted until the contact is released
(closed).
3. Press the OFF button on the digital controller
(Figure 45).
AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN SYSTEM
This unit is equipped with safety devices to automatically
stop the engine in the event of a fault. Refer to Protection
Devices in the Troubleshooting (Diagnostics) section
for more information.
EMERGENCY
STOP
SWITCH
OUTPUT
TERMINAL PANEL