Multiquip MQP20P manual Normal Shutdown Procedure, Emergency Shutdown Procedure

startup

1.Press the AUTO button (Figure 17) on the digital controller to place the generator in the auto mode.This mode allows the controller to monitor the remote-start contacts.

Closure of the remote-start contacts will begin engine cranking. When the contacts are opened, cranking will stop or if the engine is running, engine will stop.

Normal Shutdown Procedure

To shutdown the generator, use the following procedure:

WARNING

NEVER stop the engine suddenly except in an emergency.

1.Place the main circuit breaker (Figure 19) in the OFF position.

Figure 17. Auto Button

NOTICE

If the generator is to be connected to a building's AC power source via an automatic transfer switch (ATS), press the AUTO button (Figure 17) to place the generator in auto mode.

In this position, should an outage occur, the automatic transfer switch (ATS) will start the generator automatically through the generator remote-start contacts connected to the automatic transfer switch start contacts.

Refer to your ATS installation manual on how to connect the ATS to the generator remote-start contacts.

CLOSING THE ENCLOSURE DOOR

1.Close the engine enclosure door once the generator has started or set to auto start (Figure 18).

Figure 19. Main Circuit Breaker (OFF)

2.Let the engine cool by running it at low speed for 3-5 minutes with no load applied.

3.Press the OFF button (Figure 20) on the digital controller to shutdown the engine.

CORRECTINCORRECT

Figure 18. Engine Enclosure Door

2.If access to the controls or other components is necessary while the engine is running, make sure the door is not left open for an extended period of time.

Figure 20. OFF Button

emergency Shutdown Procedure

1.Place the main circuit breaker (Figure 19) in the OFF position.

2.Press the OFF button (Figure 20) on the digital controller to shutdown the engine.

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