Operator`s manual

Proper glow plug function is indicated by a voltmeter
drop when the
PREHEAT switch is depressed. This
drop will be slight but discernible. If no voltage drop
is noted, it may indicate defective glow plugs or a faulty
preheat circuit (check for loose connections).
While holding the
PREHEAT switch depressed, depress
the
START switch. The starter motor will run, thereby
cranking the engine. As soon as the engine runs, release
the
START switch, but continue holding the PREHEAT
switch depressed for 2 or 3 seconds. Release the PREHEAT
switch when the oil pressure reaches approximately 20 psi.
This bypasses the Low
Oil Pressure shutdown until the
engine's oil pressure rises to its normal running pressure.
Now release the PREHEAT switch.
Should the engine not start when the START switch is
depressed for
10 to 20 seconds, release both switches
Proper Glow Plug Indication
and wait 30 seconds; repeat the procedure above. Never run the starter for more than 30 seconds.
II CAUTION n
Prolonged cranking intervals without the engine starting can result in filling the engine-mounted
exhaust system with sea water coolant. This may happen because the sea
water pump is pumping
sea
water through the sea water cooling system during cranking, This sea water can enter the
engine's cylinders by way of the exhaust manifold once the exhaust system fills. Prevent this from
happening
by closing the sea water supply through-hull shut-off, drain the exhaust muffler, and
correct the cause for the excessive engine cranking needed to obtain a start. Engine damage
resulting from this type of sea water entry is not a warrantable issue; the owner/operator should
keep this in mind.
Once the engine starts, check instruments for proper oil pressure and battery charging voltage. Never
attempt to engage the starter while the engine is running. Apply a light load to the generator and allow
the engine's operating temperature is reached (170
- 190
0
F) and when a load is applied to the generator.
Stopping Procedure
Remove the AC electrical load from the generator and allow the generator to run for 3 - 5 minutes to
stabilize its operating temperatures. Depress the STOP switch and hold it until the generator is
completely stopped. 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.
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