Product Manual

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Caterpillar: Confidential Green
CO DEFENSE
TM
& Shut Off System
(If equipped)
The (carbon monoxide) CO DEFENSE
TM
system
monitors the accumulation of carbon monoxide gas
while the generator is running and will shut off the
engine if the levels become dangerously high. The
CO DEFENSE
TM
on this generator is not a substitute
for an indoor CO alarm.
Whenever the CO DEFENSE
TM
has shut off the
engine there will be a light on the control panel that
indicates the reason. Read the CO Action Label
(shown above) for the next steps to take.
If the CO DEFENSE
TM
light is flashing “red” you must
leave the area immediately and relocate to an open
outdoor area. Ventilate the area thoroughly before
again occupying it. Ensure the generator is located in
an open outdoor area with the exhaust pointed away
from occupied structures. If anyone experiences
dizziness, headaches, nausea, or fatigue get to fresh
air immediately and seek medical attention.
If the CO DEFENSE
TM
light is a constant “orange”
then a system fault has occurred. This fault can only
be diagnosed and repaired by an Authorized Service
Provider.
The CO DEFENSE
TM
monitors the accumulation of
CO gas from all sources in the area around the
generator. If the CO DEFENSE
TM
light is flashing
“red” this is not an error and safety measures must
be taken immediately.
Note: Tampering with the CO DEFENSE
TM
could result
in hazardous conditions and must be avoided.
Note The generator must not be operated in ambient
temperatures greater than 131
o
F (55
o
C) as this can
damage the CO DEFENSE
TM
.
Parallel Receptacles
Two parallel ready generators can be connected to
increase the total power available to a load by using
the parallel receptacles. The system seamlessly
matches frequency and automatically distributes the
load to each generator so one is not overloaded.
Follow the parallel kit (sold separately) instructions for
connection and use of a parallel kit.
Electric Starter
Push the start button to crank the engine using the
electric start and release it once the engine starts.
Engine Smart Control (ESC) Switch
This generator is equipped with an engine smart
control switch. When in the on position “I” the engine
will vary speed to match the required power output to
conserve fuel and reduce wear and noise.
Note: If loads requiring intermittent power, or multiple
large loads are connected, turn the electronic speed
control switch off “O” to avoid possible engine stall.
To avoid extended warm-up time, keep the electronic
speed control off until normal operating temperatures
have been reached.