Generator Shut-Down Procedures - MULTIQUIP Whisperwatt DCA25SSIU3 Operation And Parts Manual

12. Place the main, GFCI, and aux. circuit breakers in the
ON position (Figure 49).
Figure 49. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (ON)
13. Observe the generator's ammeter (Figure 50) and
verify it reads the anticipated amount of current with
respect to the load. The ammeter will only display a
current reading if a load is in use.
Figure 50. Ammeter (Load)
14. The generator will run until manually stopped or an
abnormal condition occurs.
NORMAL SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
WARNING
NEVER stop the engine suddenly except in an
emergency.
To shutdown the generator, use the following procedure:
1. Place both the MAIN, GFCI and LOAD circuit breakers
as shown in Figure 51 to the OFF position..
Figure 51. Main, GFCI and Load
Circuit Breakers Off
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GENERATOR SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURES

2. Let the engine cool by running it at low speed for 3-5
3. Place the ignition switch (Figure 52) in the "STOP"
4. Remove all loads from the generator.
5. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening of
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
1. Turn ignition switch key to the STOP position.
2. To shut-down the engine in the event of an emergency,
AUTOMATIC SHUT-DOWN SYSTEM
This unit is equipped with safety devices to automatically
stop the engine in the event of low oil pressure, approximately
14 psi (97 kPa), or high water temperature, approximately
230° F (110° C). The alarm lamps on the Engine Control
Panel illuminate to signify the reason for the shutdown.
minutes with no load applied.
position, remove the key and store in a safe place.
Figure 52. Ignition Switch (Stop Position)
components that may have occurred during operation.
switch the MAIN, GFCI and LOAD (Figure 51) circuit
breakers to OFF position.
NOTICE
Before inspecting, turn the ignition switch to the STOP
position, place all circuit breakers in the OFF position
and allow suffi cient time for adequate cooling. When
ready to restart, complete all steps in the Generator
Startup Procedure section of this manual.