Generator shut-down procedures – Multiquip DCA300SSCU2_SSCU4i User Manual
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dca300sscu2/4i 60 hz generator• operation manual — rev. #1 (10/21/13) — page 35
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 52 to the
OFF position.
Figure 52. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (OFF)
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
auto off/reset manual switch (Figure 54)
in the
OFF/ReseT position.
Figure 54.
auto off/reset manual
Switch
(Off/Reset)
5. Verify that all status LEDs on the ECU control panel
are
OFF (not lit).
Warning
never stop the engine suddenly except in an
emergency.
6. Remove all loads from the generator.
7. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening of
components that may have occurred during operation.
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
NOTICE
The emergency stop pushbutton switch is a push-lock
type switch. The switch contacts will remain locked
once the button has been pushed. To release the switch
contacts rotate the button clockwise. The engine will not
start unless the contacts are released.