Starting the Engines, Operating the
Engines, and Stopping the Engines
that are Equipped with Control
Panels
For information regarding the generator control panel
that is used, refer to the Operation and Maintenance
Manual that is for the generator and the control
panel.
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Starting the Engine
(EMCP II and EMCP II+ (If
Equipped))
SMCS Code: 1000; 1450
Engine exhaust contains products of combustion
which may be harmful to your health. Always
start and operate the engine in a well ventilated
area and, if in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust
to the outside.
Note: The crank cycle and the number of crank
cycles are programmable. The crank cycle is the
amount of time for engagement of the starting motor.
This also includes the amount of time for cooling of
the starting motor between crank cycles. If the engine
does not start within the number of crank cycles that
are programmed, the fuel system is disabled. The
“OVERCRANK” indicator will illuminate in order to
warn the operator of an overcrank.
Automatic Starting
When the engine is in the AUTOMATIC mode, the
engine can start at any moment. To avoid person-
al injury, always remain clear of the the engine
when the engine is in the AUTOMATIC mode.
The position for the engine control switch depends on
the type of control panel. The engine control switch
must be in the “AUTO” position for the EMCP II and
the EMCP II+ control panel. For the Switchgear
Conversion control panel, the engine control switch
must be in the “REMOTE” position.
The engine will automatically start when the remote
start/stop initiate contact closes.
Manual Starting
NOTICE
For initial start-up of a new or rebuilt engine, and for
start-up of an engine that has been serviced, make
provision to shut the engine off should an overspeed
occur. This may be accomplished by shutting off the
air and/or fuel supply to the engine.
Do not start the engine or move any of the controls if
there is a “DO NOT OPERATE” warning tag or a
similar warning tag attached to the start switch or to
the controls.
Ensure that no one will be endangered before the
engine is started and when the engine is started.
1. Perform all of the procedures that are described in
this Operation and Maintenance Manual
(Operation Section), “Before Starting Engine”.
NOTICE
Do not engage the starting motor when flywheel is
turning. Do not start the engine under load.
If the engine fails to start within 30 seconds, release
the starter switch or button and wait two minutes to
allow the starting motor to cool before attempting to
start the engine again.
Illustration 91 g00319402
Engine control switch in the “MAN. START” position
This engine control switch is used for the EMCP II
and for the EMCP II+ control panel.
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Operation Section
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