SDMO R33C3 - Checking the Generating Set after Startup; Checking the Generating Set before Startup; Preparing for Operation of the Generating Set

5.3. Preparing for operation of the generating set
- Become familiar with the controls useful to operate the generating set.
- Read and understand the "user" menus of the control unit.
- Become familiar with the maintenance plans for the generating set .
- Become familiar with the operation of the generating set at no load or under load.
- Become familiar with the fluid specifications (fuel, lubricant and coolant).
5.4. Checking the generating set before startup
- Check that the plugs, blanking covers and protective adhesive strips have been removed.
- Ensure that the anti-humidity bags have been removed from the electrical sections (cabinet or control console, alternator, etc.).
- Check the insulation of the alternator see the alternator's maintenance manual.
- Check the levels see the engine's maintenance manual:
 coolant;
 oil;
 fuel.
- Open the oil filler tap (if fitted to the generating set).
- Check the starter battery or batteries (connecting and charge) see the paragraph entitled "Starter batteries".
- Check the starter battery charging system (if fitted to the generating set).
5.5. Checking the generating set after startup
Off-load tests
- Carry out the safety checks (emergency shutdown, oil pressure, coolant temperature, etc.).
- Check the mechanical parameters:
 engine parameters (oil pressure, coolant temperature);
 absence of abnormal vibrations;
 absence of abnormal noises;
 absence of leaks.
- Check the electrical parameters:
 voltage, frequency, current;
 rotating field.
On-load tests
- Check the mechanical parameters:
 engine parameters (oil pressure, coolant temperature);
 absence of abnormal vibrations;
 absence of abnormal noises;
 absence of leaks.
- Check the electrical parameters:
 voltage, frequency, current;
 rotating field.
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