The Daily Operation - Westerbeke 8.0KW - 60Hz Operator's Manual

THE DAILY OPERATION
CHECK LIST
Follow this check list each day before starting your generator.
o
Record the hourmeter reading in your log (engine hours
relate to the maintenance schedule.)
Visually inspect the generator for fuel, oil, or water leaks.
Check the oil level (dipstick).
o
Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery tank.
o
Check: your diesel fuel supply.
Look for clean fuel in the fueUseparator transparent bowL
Check for loose wires at the alternator.
o
Check the starting batteries (weekly).
o
Check drive belts for wear and proper tension (weekly).
START THE GENERATOR
(See STARTING PROCEDURES on previous pages).
Allow the engine to wann up for S to 10 minutes to reach an
operating temperature of 140° to 1S0°F (60°-66°C) before
applying AC loads. Apply loads systematically allowing the
generator to adjust to each load before applying the next.
Check the gauges for proper oil pressure, operating tempera-
ture, and DC voltage.
NOTE: Some unstable running may occur in a cold engine.
This condition should lessen as normal operating tempera-
ture is reached and loads are applied.
A
CAUTION:
Do not operate the generator for long
periods of time without
a
load being placed on the
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
Remove the major AC loads from the generator one at a
time. Allow the generator to run for a few minutes to stabi-
lize the operating temperature and depress the stop switch.
(See STOPPING PROCEDURES on previous pages.)
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