Operating Instructions - Westerbeke 5.0KW BCG-60Hz Operator's Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL
Starting the Generator
To start the generator, hold the momentary ON switch in the
up (on) position, then hold the momentary START/STOP
switch in the up (start) position (both switches are held up
together). After approximately one second, the starter will
engage and the engine will crank . Once the engine is
running, the starter will disengage, and the START/STOP
switch may then be released to return to its center (run mode)
position. Continue holding the ON switch until the engine has
sufficient oil pressure, then release it
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its center position.
NOTE: Should the engine fail to start, release both switches.
'Wail
20 seconds. and try again. Never run the starter more
than 20 seconds at a rime.
ON SWITCH
START/STOP SWITCH
START
OFF/RUN
Starting Under Cold Conditions
Make certain the lubricating oil is conforms with the ratings for
the prevailing temperature. Check the table under ENGINE
LUBRICATING OIL The battery should be fully charged to
minimize voltage drop.
Stopping the Generator
To stop the generator, move the momentary START/STOP
switch to the down
(stop)
position then release it to the center
(ojJlrun mode) position. This will de-energize the
K2
run
relay in the generators control panel and stop the generator.
EMERGENCY STOPPING
If the generator does not stop using the START/STOP switch,
remove the
FI
fuse
or
disconnect the bartery.
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CAUTION:
Prolonged cranking intervals without
the engine starting can result in the engine exhaust
system filling with raw water. This may happen because
the pump is pumping raw water through the raw water
cooling system during cranking. This raw water can
enter the engine's cylinders by way of the exhaust
manifold once the exhaust system fills. Prevent this
from happening by closing the raw water supply
through.hull shutoff, draining the exhaust muffler, and
correcting the cause of the excessive engine cranking.
Engine damage resulting from raw water entry is not a
warrantable issue; the owner/operator should keep this
in mind.
Abnormal Stop
/START/STOP
/"':. ....... SWITCH
.......
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NOTE: A CIRCUIT BREAKER
IS LOCATED ON THE 510£
Of TH£ PANfLSHUTS
DOWN THE AC GENERATOR
CIRCUIT.
-HOUR METER
RESET BunON
Fl FUSE
REMOTE PANEL
CONNECTION
An abnormal stop is one in which the generator ceases to run
and comes to a stop as a result of
ah
operating fault which
may cause damage to the engine, the generator, or create an
unsafe operating condition. The fault stop conditions are:
1. Over speed condition.
2. High engine temperature.
3. Low oil pressure.
4.
High exhaust temperature.
Should a fault condition occur, the engine will shutdown. On
the remote panel, the green LED light will tum off indicating
an engine shutdown. Once detected, the fault should be
located and corrected (see ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING).
NOTE: A 30 amp fuse is locared
at (he rear of the control box. This
fuse prOVides protection for the
battery chargmg circuit.
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