Stopping Procedure - Westerbeke BCG4.0KW Operator's Manual

STOPPING PROCEDURE
1. Remove the AC electrical load from the generator and allow the generator to run for 3 to 5 minutes to sta-
bilize its operating temperatures.
2. Depress the STOP switch and hold it until the generator is completely stopped.
3. Now release the STOP switch.
Break-In Precautions
Because the generator set operates at 1800 rpm to produce 60 Hertz, or at 1500 rpm to produce 50 Hertz,
control of the generator's engine break-in is governed by the current drawn from the generator.
DO NOT attempt to break-in your generator set by running it without a load.
Upon starting the generator set, check for proper operation. For the first
10
hours of the generator's opera-
tion, run the generator set between 20 and 60 percent of full-load.
After the first 10 hours of the generator's operation, the load may be increased to the rated full-load output.
Periodically vary the load.
Avoid overload at all times. An overload is signalled by a smoky exhaust, with reduced output voltage and
frequency. Monitor the current being drawn from the generator and keep it within the generator's rating.
Be aware of motor starting loads and the high current draw required for starting motors (see page 64 for an
"Amps for Starting" chart).
Starting Under Normal Conditions
Follow the procedure below for routine starting of the generator:
Check the engine's lubricating oil level prior to each day's use. Add oil as needed and maintain the oil level
at the high mark on the dipstick.
Check the coolant level in the plastic recovery tank.
NOTE: Excessive loss of fresh water coolant from the plastic recovery tank indicates a cool-
ing system leak. Check the entire cooling system; pressurize the system to locate the leak.
In cases of excessive coolant loss, the system must be refilled as outlined under the
"PREPARATIONS FOR STARTING" section of this manual, page 33.
Visually examine the unit; look for any abnormalities and correct them as needed.
Check to make sure there is sufficient fuel in the tank and examine the filter/separator bowls lor contaminants.
Clean and drain the bowls as needed.
Start the generator, following the procedure outlined in the "STARTING PROCEDURES" section, page 34,
and allow the engine's operating temperature to reach 130
-150'
F (55 -
66' C)
before placing the generator
under a heavy load.
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