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Storage of the generator
Storage
– Store the generator in a dry, frost-free room which is well
ventilated.
– Run the engine regularly, e.g. once a week, until it is
warmed up. If this is impossible, extra precautions must be
taken:
• Consult the engine’s operator manual.
• Remove the battery. Store it in a dry, frost-free room.
Keep the battery clean and its terminals lightly covered
with petroleum jelly. Recharge the battery regularly.
• Clean the generator and protect all electrical components
against moisture.
• Place silica gel bags, VCI paper (Volatile Corrosion
Inhibitor) or another drying agent inside the generator and
close the doors.
• Stick sheets of VCI paper with adhesive tape on the
bodywork to close off all openings.
• Wrap the generator, except the bottom, with a plastic bag.
Preparing for operation after storage
Before operating the generator again, remove the
wrapping, VCI paper and silica gel bags and check the
generator thoroughly (go through the checklist “Before
starting” on page 21).
– Consult the engine’s operator manual.
– Check that the insulation resistance of the generator
exceeds 5 M.
– Replace the fuel filter and fill the fuel tank. Vent the fuel
system.
– Reinstall and connect the battery, if necessary after being
recharged.
– Submit the generator to a test run.
Checks and trouble shooting
Checking voltmeter P4
– Put a voltmeter in parallel with voltmeter P4 on the control
panel.
– Check that the read-out of both voltmeters is the same.
– Stop the generator and disconnect one terminal.
– Check that the internal resistance of the voltmeter is high.
Checking ammeter P3
– Measure during the load, by means of a clamp-on probe,
the outgoing current in the third phase (L3).
– Compare the measured current with the current indicated
on ammeter P3. Both readings should be the same.
Never perform a test run with connected
power cables. Never touch an electrical
connector without a voltage check.
When a failure occurs, always report what
you experienced before, during and after
the failure. Information with regard to the
load (type, size, power factor, etc.),
vibrations, exhaust gas colour, insulation
check, odours, output voltage, leaks and
damaged parts, ambient temperature, daily
and normal maintenance and altitude might
be helpful to quickly locate the problem.
Also report any information regarding the
humidity and location of the generator (e.g.
close to sea).
Ammeter P3 and voltmeter P4 are only
provided on units with Qc1002™ controller.
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