2-4 Operation TP-5648 8/93
Starting Procedure
The generator is equipped with a preheat feature. Place
controller start switch (Figure 2-2) in STOP/PREHEAT
position for the amount of time shown in Figure 2-3
before attempting to start the generator set. This action
preheats the glow plugs. Do not energize preheat
featureformorethan20seconds ordamagemayoccur.
Move the START-STOP switch (Figure 2-2) into the
STARTposition and hold in this position until theengine
is running, then release. Do not crank engine
continuously for more than 10 seconds at a time. A
60-second cooldown period must be allowed between
cranking attempts if the engine does not start. If the unit
fails to start after three attempts contact an authorized
service dealer/distributor for repair. Failure to follow
these guidelines may result in damage to the starter
motor.
NOTE
Do not use ether or any other starting fluid to assist in
startingtheunitundercoldconditions.Thisisanindirect
fuel-injectedengineandsevereenginedamage islikely.
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1. Preheat Switch
Figure 2-2. Preheat Switch Location
Ambient
Temperature Preheating Time
Above 23_F (--5_C)
Approx. 5 Seconds
Below 23_F (--5_C)
Approx. 10 Seconds
Limit of Continuous Use 20 Seconds
Figure 2-3. Preheating Time
NOTE
If the engine starts and then stops, allow the engine to
come to a complete stop before making a restart
attempt.If the flywheelring gear isstill rotating whenthe
starter pinion gear is engaged, the pinion gear will clash
damaging the ring gear teeth.
Stopping Procedure
Whenever possible, allow a brief cooling period by
running the set at low or no load for a few minutes just
prior to shutdown. To stop, push the switch into the
STOP/PREHEAT position. If the generator set shuts
down automatically, identify and correct the problem
before attempting to restart.
NOTE
Do not place Start-Stop/Preheat Switch in
STOP/PREHEAT position for more than 20 seconds or
damage may occur to the preheat feature.
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