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REMOTE AND AUTO STARTING THE GENERATOR SET
If desired, the generator set is capable of being started either manually from a remote panel or
automatically via an external signal from a transfer switch or other device. The following steps are used
to set up the controller to accept an external start signal. Ensure the Pre-Start checks above have been
completed before putting the generator set into AUTO mode.
WARNING: Putting the generator set in AUTO
mode may cause the generator set to start without warning.
This can result in severe injury or death.
Use extreme caution when working around the generator set
when it is in AUTO mode.
DO NOT service the generator set while it is in AUTO mode.
1. Set the Master Power Switch to the ON position. The controller will power on and boot-up to the
last start mode used.
2. Press the AUTO (A) button to put the controller in AUTO mode. The screen will display Waiting
To Start.
3. Turn the Main Set AC Circuit Breaker to the ON position.
4. The generator set is now ready to accept an external start signal.
5. Continue to monitor the generator set during operation to ensure it is operating correctly.
MANUALLY SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR SET
The following steps are used to manually shut down the generator set.
1. Turn the Main Set AC Circuit Breaker to the OFF position.
NOTICE: DO NOT shut down the generator set under load. Doing so may cause damage to the
generator set. Damage caused by shutting down the generator set under load is not covered under
warranty.
2. Allow the generator set to cool down by letting it run for 2-3 minutes with no load.
3. Press the OFF (O) button to shut down the generator set. The screen will display an ETS
SHUTDOWN timer.
4. Once the engine has stopped, set the Master Power Switch to the OFF position.
NOTICE: DO NOT shut down the generator set by setting the Master Power Switch to the OFF
position while the engine is running. Doing so may cause damage to the generator set. Damage
caused by shutting down the generator set by setting the Master Power Switch to the OFF position
while the engine is running is not covered under warranty.
Accidental start-up.
Can cause severe injury or death.
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