GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE (AUTO MODE)
Starting (Auto Mode)
DANGER
Before connecting this generator to any building’s electrical system, a licensed electrician must install an isolation (transfer) switch. Serious damage to the building’s electrical system may occur without this transfer switch.
CAUTION
When connecting the generator to a isolation (transfer) switch, ALWAYS have power applied to the generator’s internal battery charger.This will ensure that the engine will not fail due to a dead battery.
NOTICE
When the generator is set in the AUTO mode, the generator will automatically start in the event of commercial power falling below a prescribed level by means of a contact closure that is generated automatically by a transfer switch.
WARNING
When running the generator in the AUTO mode, remember the generator can start up at any time without warning. NEVER attempt to perform any maintenance when the generator is in the auto mode.
CAUTION
The engine speed switch must be set to the “High” position when running in the
NOTICE
When the Auto Off/Reset Manual switch is placed in the AUTO position, the engine glow plugs will be warmed and the engine will start automatically.
When starting generator in AUTO mode use the “Manual
1.Perform steps 1 through 5 in the Before Starting section as outlined in the Manual Starting Procedure.
2.Place the Engine Speed Switch (Figure 49) in the HIGH position
Figure 49. Engine Speed Switch (High)
3.Place the Auto Off/Reset Manual Switch (Figure 50) in the AUTO position.
Figure 50. Auto Off/Reset Manual Switch (AUTO)
4.Continue operating the generator as outlined in the Manual
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