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TP-6804 2/2124 Section 2 Generator Set Operation
Oil Level. Check the oil level before starting the
generator set and at the intervals given in Section 4,
Scheduled Maintenance. Maintain the oil level at or
near, not over, the full mark on the dipstick.
Operating Area. Check for obstructions that could
block the flow of cooling air. Keep the air intake area
clean. Do not leave rags, tools, or debris on or near the
generator set.
2.3 Exercising the Generator Set
Operate the generator set without load once each week
for 20 minutes. See Section 2.5 for information about
loaded and unloaded exercise modes. For instructions
to set the exerciser, see Section 3.6.
2.4 Generator Set Operation
2.4.1 Local Starting and Stopping
Start: Press the RUN button to immediately start the
generator set.
Stop: Press the OFF button. The engine stops.
Run the generator set with no load for at least 2 minutes
to ensure adequate engine cooldown.
2.4.2 Automatic Operation
An automatic transfer switch monitors the utility power
and signals the generator set to start when utility power
is lost. The ATS then transfers the load to the generator
set.
When utility power is restored, the transfer switch
transfers the load back to utility, runs the generator set
with no load to cool down the engine, and then stops the
generator set.
See Sections 2.4.8 and 2.4.9 for more information about
automatic operation.
2.4.3 Remote Starting and Stopping
A remote switch connected to terminals 3 and 4 can be
used to start and stop the generator set. Close the
switch to start and run the generator set. Open the
switch to stop the generator set.
Run the generator set with no load for at least 2 minutes
to ensure adequate engine cooldown.
2.4.4 Remote Emergency Stop Switch
The generator set may be connected to an optional
remote emergency stop switch. See Figure 2-1. The
remote emergency stop switch may be mounted on the
generator set (See Figure 1-2) or in a remote location. If
the remote emergency stop button is activated, the
controller display will show Emerg Stop Shutdwn.
Remote Emergency Stop Switch Operation
Press the red STOP button to shut down the
generator set in an emergency.
Using the remote emergency stop button bypasses the
engine cooldown cycle, stopping the engine
immediately. The controller emergency stop lamp lights
(if equipped) and the unit shuts down. The generator set
cannot be restarted until the remote emergency stop
switch(es) is/are reset.
Lockout/Tagout (for lockable switches only)
The remote emergency stop button can be locked in the
STOP position. Insert a lock through two openings in the
yellow shroud to prevent the stop button from being
pulled out. See Figure 2-1. Remove the lock for normal
operation.
A lock is not required in order to keep the switch
activated. The switch button will stay depressed until it is
pulled out by the operator.
Resetting the Remote Emergency Stop Switch
To reset the remote E-stop switch, remove the locking
device and pull the button out. Reset the controller by
pressing the OFF/RESET button.