Generator shut-down procedures – Multiquip Whisperwatt Series 60HZ Generator (Cummins QSL9-G3 Diesel Engine) DCA300SSCU User Manual
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DCa300SSC / DCa300SSCU gen. • operation anD partS manUal — rev. #1 (08/10/11) — page 37
generatOr shUt-DOWn prOceDUres
normal SHUtDoWn proCeDUre
To shutdown the generator, use the following procedure:
1. Place both the
main, gFCi and loaD circuit breakers
as shown in Figure 35 to the
oFF position.
2. Place the engine speed switch (Figure 53) in the “LOW”
(down) position.
Figure 53. Engine Speed Switch (Low)
3. Let the engine cool by running it at low speed for 3-5
minutes with no load applied.
4. Place the
mpeC Control Switch (Figure 54) to the
oFF/reSet position.
Figure 54. MPEC Control Switch (Off/Reset)
5. Verify that
all the status LEDs on the MPEC display
are
oFF (not lit).
6. Remove all loads from the generator.
7. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening
of components that may have occurred during
operation.
Warning
never stop the engine suddenly except in an
emergency.
emergenCY SHUtDoWn proCeDUre
1. To stop the engine in the event of an emergency,
PUSH
the emergency stop button (Figure 55) inward. This
button is located on the engine operating panel, see
Figure 5.
Figure 55. Emergency Stop Button