Generator shut-down procedures – Multiquip DCA45SSIU4F User Manual
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dca45SSIU4F 60 hz generator• operatIon manUal — rev. #0 (09/09/14) — page 35
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 47 to the
OFF position.
Figure 47. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (Normal OFF)
2. Let the engine cool by running it at low speed for 3-5
minutes with no load applied.
3. Place the
auto off/reset manual Switch (Figure 48)
in the
oFF/reSet position.
Figure 48.
auto off/reset manual
Switch
(Off/Reset)
4. Verify that all status LEDs on the ECU control panel
are
OFF (not lit).
5. Remove all loads from the generator.
6. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening of
components that may have occurred during operation.
emergencY ShUtdoWn procedUre
1. To shut-down the engine in the event of an emergency,
switch the
maIn, GFcI and load (Figure 49) circuit
breakers to
OFF position.
Figure 49. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (Emergency OFF)
aUtomatIc ShUt-doWn SYStem
This unit is equipped with safety devices to automatically
stop the engine in the event of low oil pressure, approximately
14 psi (97 kPa), or high water temperature, approximately
212° F (100° C), overspeed approximately +15%. The alarm
lamps on the ECU illuminate to signify the reason for the
shutdown.
NOTICE
Before inspecting generator, check that the Auto/
Manual Switch is in the
oFF/reSet position, and
place all circuit breakers in the
OFF position. Allow
sufficient time for adequate cooling. When ready to
restart, complete all steps in the Generator Startup
Procedure section of this manual.
GeNeratOr shUt-DOWN prOCeDUres