Generator Shutdown Procedures - MQ Power WHISPERWATT DCA150SSJU4F Operation Manual

WARNING
NEVER stop the engine suddenly except in an
emergency.
NORMAL SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
To shut down the generator, use the following procedure:
1. Place both the MAIN, GFCI and LOAD circuit breakers
as shown in Figure 57 to the OFF position.
Figure 57. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (OFF)
2. Let the engine cool by running it at low speed for
3–5 minutes with no load applied.
3. Place the Auto Off/Reset Manual Switch (Figure 58)
in the OFF/RESET position.
AUTO
OFF/RESET
(CENTER)
Figure 58. Auto Off/Reset Manual Switch
(Off/Reset)
4. Verify that all status LEDs on the ECU control panel
are OFF (not lit).
5. Remove all loads from the generator.
6. Inspect the entire generator for any damage or
loosening of components that may have occurred
during operation.
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GENERATOR SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES

MANUAL
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
1. Place the Auto Off/Reset Manual Switch (Figure 59)
in the OFF/RESET position.
AUTO
OFF/RESET
(CENTER)
Auto Off/Reset Manual
Figure 59.
2. Place the MAIN, GFCI and LOAD circuit breakers as
shown in Figure 57 to the OFF position.
AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN SYSTEM
This unit is equipped with safety devices to automatically
stop the engine in the event of low oil pressure, approximately
24 psi (165 kPa), high water temperature, approximately
240°F (115°C), or overspeed approximately +15%. The
alarm lamps on the ECU illuminate to signify the reason
for the shutdown.
NOTICE
Before inspecting the generator, check that the
Auto/Manual switch is in the OFF/RESET position,
and place all circuit breakers in the OFF position. Allow
sufficient time for adequate cooling. When ready to
restart, complete all steps in the Generator Startup
Procedure section of this manual.
MANUAL
Switch (OFF)