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Summarization of Contents
Safety Precautions and Instructions
General Safety Definitions
Explains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE symbols used in the manual.
Accidental Starting Safety
Procedures to prevent accidental generator set starting during maintenance.
Battery Safety Precautions
Hazards and safety measures when handling batteries, including acid and explosion risks.
Engine Fire and Exhaust Hazards
Risks associated with engine backfire, flash fire, and carbon monoxide from exhaust.
Fuel System and Noise Hazards
Safety related to handling fuel and protection against hazardous noise levels.
Voltage, Moving Parts, and Electrical Safety
Warnings about hazardous voltage, moving parts, and electrical shock risks.
Heavy Equipment and Hot Parts Warnings
Safety guidelines for lifting heavy equipment and handling hot components.
Section 1. Specifications and Features
Introduction
Overview of the manual's scope and references to other relevant documentation.
Controller Specifications
Detailed technical specifications for the APM802 controller.
Display and Touchscreen
Details of the controller's display type, size, viewing angle, and languages.
Controller Features
Description of the controller's capabilities, interfaces, and functionalities.
Controller Connections
Details on how to connect various components to the controller, including USB and Ethernet.
Modbus and Keyswitch Features
Explains Modbus communication and the optional keyswitch for operation control.
NFPA Requirements
Lists engine and general functions monitored by the controller for NFPA 110 compliance.
Parameter Settings
Details factory-set and password-protected controller parameters.
Base Module Inputs and Outputs
Defines the factory settings for digital inputs and outputs on the base module.
Section 2. Operation
Prestart Checklist
Essential checks to perform before starting the generator set for safe operation.
Cold Weather Operation
Recommendations and items for starting and operating in cold ambient temperatures.
Exercising Generator Set
Procedures for periodic operation to verify generator performance and readiness.
Generator Set Operation
Details on starting, stopping, cooldown, and emergency shutdown procedures.
Controller Operation Modes
Explanation of Auto, Manual, and Out of Service modes for controller operation.
Load Shed Functionality
How the load shed feature automatically removes non-critical loads based on generator load.
HMI Screen Layout and Navigation
Overview of the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) screens and navigation elements.
Operator Login and Data Displays
Procedures for operator login and how to view mechanical and electrical data.
Events and Fault Management
How to view, understand, and reset alarms, faults, and status messages.
Applications Menu Functions
Description of various applications accessible from the HMI, like Reference, Region, and HMI settings.
Menu System Overview
Architecture of the controller's menu system, detailing access and capabilities.
Section 3. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Introduction and General Chart
Guidelines for diagnosing and correcting common generator set problems.
Troubleshooting by System Area
Specific troubleshooting advice for the generator set, engine, and transfer switch.
Section 4. Accessories
Accessory Overview and Connections
Information on available accessories and how to connect them to the generator set.
Battery Chargers
Details on factory-installed battery charger kits and their functions.
Input and Output Modules
Description of Analog I/O, Thermocouple, and Digital I/O modules.
Remote Emergency Stop Kits
Information on remote emergency stop switch types and their operation.
Remote Serial Annunciator
Details on the RSA III annunciator for remote monitoring and status indication.
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