Service manual

6 Startup and Configuration
6.1 Pre-startup Inspection
Before starting the genset inspect the installation and check off each of the following questions if
it can be answered “YES". If a question cannot be checked off, review the appropriate section in
the manual.
• [ ] Can the top, maintenance and service access doors be swung fully open for operation,
maintenance and service?
• [ ] Are the cooling air inlet and outlet openings free of obstructions?
• [ ] Have the AC output connections been made properly?
• [ ] Has the transfer switch been installed properly to prevent connecting the generator set
to the utility?
• [ ] Has a properly sized battery been installed?
• [ ] Are all fuel connections tight?
• [ ] Is fuel supply pressure correct?
• [ ] Are electrical and fuel lines properly separated?
• [ ] Does engine exhaust disperse away from buildings?
• [ ] Have all fuel connections been checked for leaks?
• [ ] Is the fuel supply pressure to the inlet of the generator set appropriately set for the fuel
being used?
• [ ] Does the installation meet all applicable local, state, and federal codes?
• [ ] Is the fuel regulator vent screen free of obstructions?
• [ ] Is the manual fuel selector set to proper fuel?
6.2 Startup
When all installation requirements have been met, connect the battery cables to the battery,
positive (+) cable first.
WARNING
Automatic startup of the generator set during installation can cause severe personal injury or
death. Push the control switch OFF and disconnect the negative (–) cable from the battery to
keep the generator set from starting.
Read through the Operator's Manual and perform the maintenance and pre-start checks
instructed. The genset is shipped from the factory with the proper level of engine oil, but should
be checked before the genset is started. Start and operate the genset, following all the
instructions and precautions in the Operator Manual.
Perform Generator Set Configuration.
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