Generac Power Systems 9344-1 - Manual (Page 7)

OPERATION
GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL
See Figure 3 to identify the following components:
Hourmeter: Provides continous indication of engine
operating time, in hours and tenths of hours. Use the
hourmeter with the periodic maintenance schedule, to
make sure that required periodic maintenance tasks are
completed on a timely basis.
Engine-Stop/Start Switch: To crank the engine, hold
switch at START position. Release the switch when the
engine starts. To shut down an operating engine, set
the switch to STOP.
10-Amp Circuit Breaker: Protects the DC control cir­
cuit against overload. If the circuit breaker has opened
due to an overload, engine preheat and start functions
cannot occur. The breaker is a "push to reset" type.
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Dual AC Circuit Breaker: Rated at 35 AC amps, the
circuit breaker (Figure 4) protects the generator’s AC
output circuit against overload and provides a method
of turning OFF the generator’s 120/240 volts AC output
to vehicle circuits.
Preheat Switch: The diesel engine is equipped with
glow plugs, one for each cylinder. When you press the
preheat switch (Figure 3), the glow plugs heat the
engine combustion chamber for quicker starts in cold
weather. To preheat the combustion chamber for
quicker starts in cold weather. Press the switch and
between 15 and 30 seconds. Continue holding in the
preheat switch while cranking the engine until it starts.
NOTE: Refer to THE GENERATOR A-C CONNEC­
TION SYSTEM on Page 4. Individual installations will
differ. If an overload occurs, the dual breakers will open
the hot stator leads (11 and 44). When the generator
has been connected for 120 volts only, one of the dual
circuit breakers will open stator AC output lead No. 11
(hot lead).
REMOTE START/STOP PANEL
A remote mounted Start/Stop Panel is available, which
allows you to start and stop the generator engine con­
veniently from inside the vehicle.
You can also order a remote panel that includes meters
and gauges for monitoring low oil pressure, high coolant
temperature and low coolant level (Figure 5), in addition
to a start/stop switch. The panel also includes an am­
meter, a voltmeter and an hourmeter.
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Dual 35-amp Circuit Breakers
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Remote Start/Stop & Gauge Panel
BEFORE STARTUP
• Check Engine Crankcase Oil Level: Refer to
SPECIFICATIONS and MAINTENANCE sections
for procedures and recommendations.
CAUTION! Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before properly servicing it with recommended oil
will result in an engine failure.
NOTE: Engine was factory serviced with a high quality
oil classified "For Service CD" or "For Service CC" and
having a viscosity rating of SAE 30. The installer may
have refilled the crankcase with an oil more suitable for
ambient temperature ranges in your area.