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Industrial Generator Sets
Models:
20-3250 kW
Controllers:
Decision-Makerr550
Software (Code) Version 2.10 or higher
TP-6200 10/12i
Operation
Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
California Proposition 65
Product Identification Information
Product identification numbers determine service parts.
Record the product identification numbers in the spaces
below immediately after unpacking the products so that
the numbers are readily available for future reference.
Record field-installed kit numbers after installing the kits.
Generator Set Identification Numbers
Record the product identification numbers from the
generator set nameplate(s).
Model Designation
Specification Number
Serial Number
Accessory Number Accessory Description
Engine Identification
Record the product identification information from the
engine nameplate.
Manufacturer
Model Designation
Serial Number
Controller Identification
Record the controller description from the generator set
operation manual, spec sheet, or sales invoice. Record
the Controller Serial Number from the controller
nameplate.
Controller Description Decision-Makerr550
Controller Serial Number
Firmware/Software Version Numbers
Record the version and reference numbers as shipped
from the manufacturer. Determine the Application
Program Version Number as shown in Menu 20.
Determine the Personality Profile Reference Number
from the disk supplied with the literature packet.
Application Program Version Number
Personality Profile Reference Number
User Parameter File Reference Number
Version Number Upgrades/Updates
Record the version number upgrade/updates when
installed.
Version No./Date Installed
Version No./Date Installed
Version No./Date Installed
Version No./Date Installed
Version No./Date Installed
Version No./Date Installed
Version No./Date Installed
Version No./Date Installed
Software Options
Record the software options.
Number and Description
Number and Description
Number and Description
Table of Contents
TP-6200 10/12 Table of Contents 3
Product Identification Information 2............................................................
Safety Precautions and Instructions 7........................................................
Introduction 13...............................................................................
Abbreviations 13..............................................................
List of Related Materials 13.....................................................
Service Assistance 14........................................................................
Section 1 Specifications and Features 15......................................................
1.1 Introduction 15..........................................................
1.2 Controller Features 15....................................................
1.2.1 Annunciator Lamps 16............................................
1.2.2 Digital Display and Keypad 18.....................................
1.2.3 Switches and Controls 20.........................................
1.2.4 Controller Circuit Boards 21.......................................
1.2.5 Fuses 21.......................................................
1.2.6 Terminal Strips and Connectors 21.................................
1.2.7 Circuit Board Interconnections for Calibration Procedure 22............
1.2.8 Communication Ports 23..........................................
1.3 Controller Logic Specifications 23..........................................
1.3.1 Status Event and Fault Specifications 23............................
1.3.2 Voltage Regulator and Calibration Specifications 30..................
1.3.3 Voltage Regulator Adjustments 30..................................
Section 2 Operation 33.......................................................................
2.1 Prestart Checklist 33.....................................................
2.2 Exercising Generator Set 33...............................................
2.3 Controller Operation 33...................................................
2.3.1 Starting 33......................................................
2.3.2 Stopping (User Stopping and Fault Shutdown) 35....................
2.3.3 Emergency Stop Switch Resetting 35...............................
2.3.4 Status Lamps 35.................................................
2.3.5 System Warning Lamp 35.........................................
2.3.6 System Shutdown Lamp 38.......................................
2.3.7 Controller Resetting (Following System Shutdown or Warning) 41......
2.4 Menu List Summary 41...................................................
2.5 Reviewing Digital Display 47..............................................
2.5.1 Keypad Operation 47.............................................
2.5.2 Auto-Scroll Function 48...........................................
2.5.3 Request and Error Messages 48...................................
2.6 Monitoring and Programming Setup 49......................................
2.6.1 PC Communications 50...........................................
2.6.2 Modbus Communications 51.......................................
2.7 Reviewing Menu Displays 52..............................................
2.7.1 Menu 1—Generator Monitoring 53..................................
2.7.2 Menu 2—Engine Monitoring 55....................................
2.7.3 Menu 3—Analog Monitoring 57....................................
2.7.4 Menu 4—Operational Records 58..................................
2.7.5 Menu 5—Event History 59.........................................
2.7.6 Menu 6—Time and Date 59.......................................
2.7.7 Menu 7—Generator System 59....................................
2.7.8 Menu 8—Time Delays 61
.........................................
2.7.9 Menu 9—Input Setup 62..........................................
2.7.10 Menu 10—Output Setup 64........................................
2.7.11 Menu 11—Voltage Regulator 66....................................
2.7.12 Menu 12—Calibration 67..........................................
Table of Contents, continued
TP-6200 10/12Table of Contents4
2.7.13 Menu 13—Communications 68....................................
2.7.14 Menu 14—Programming Mode 69..................................
2.7.15 Menu 15—Protective Relays (PR) 70...............................
2.7.16 Menu 20—Factory Setup (Version 2.10) 71..........................
2.7.17 Menu 20—Factory Setup (Version 2.21) 72..........................
2.8 Local Programming Mode On 74...........................................
2.8.1 Menu 1—Generator Monitoring 75..................................
2.8.2 Menu 2—Engine Monitoring 79....................................
2.8.3 Menu 3—Analog Monitoring 83....................................
2.8.4 Menu 4—Operational Records 86..................................
2.8.5 Menu 5—Event History 88.........................................
2.8.6 Menu 6—Time and Date 89.......................................
2.8.7 Menu 7—Generator System 90....................................
2.8.8 Menu 8—Time Delays 96.........................................
2.8.9 Menu 9—Input Setup 98..........................................
2.8.10 Menu 10—Output Setup 104........................................
2.8.11 Menu 11—Voltage Regulator 114....................................
2.8.12 Menu 12—Calibration 120..........................................
2.8.13 Menu 13—Communications 125....................................
2.8.14 Menu 14—Programming Mode 129..................................
2.8.15 Menu 15—Protective Relays (PR) 131...............................
2.8.16 Menu 20—Factory Setup 135.......................................
Section 3 Scheduled Maintenance 137..........................................................
3.1 Alternator Service 137.....................................................
3.2 Engine Service 137.......................................................
3.3 Service Schedule 138.....................................................
3.4 Alternator Bearing Service 140..............................................
3.4.1 20--300 kW Models 140............................................
3.4.2 300--2250 kW Models with Single-Bearing Alternator 140...............
3.4.3 1250 kW and Larger Models with Two-Bearing Alternator 140...........
3.5 Diesel Fuel Systems 140...................................................
3.5.1 Bleeding Air from Fuel System 140..................................
3.5.2 Subbase Fuel Day Tank Electronic Control Module (ECM) 141..........
3.5.3 Subbase Inner Fuel Tank Alarm 142.................................
3.6 Gas Fuel Systems (REZG_ and REZX_/RZX_ models) 142.....................
3.6.1 Gas Fuel System Concept (Single Fuel) 142..........................
3.6.2 LPG Liquid Withdrawal Fuel System Concept 142.....................
3.6.3 Natural Gas and LPG Conversion 143...............................
3.6.4 Fuel System Changeover Kits (Dual Fuel) 143........................
3.6.5 Crankcase Ventilation (CCV) Heater Kit GM78171-KP1
(125/150REZG models) 145........................................
3.7 Cooling System 145.......................................................
3.7.1 Coolant Level Check 145...........................................
3.7.2 Cooling System Component Inspection 146...........................
3.7.3 Procedure to Drain Cooling System 146..............................
3.7.4 Procedure to Flush and Clean Cooling System 146....................
3.7.5 Procedure to Refill Cooling System 146..............................
3.8 Radiator Fan Bolt Retorque 147.............................................
3.9 Radiator Expansion Joint Loosening—Initial Setup Only 148....................
3.10 Radiator Fan Bearing Lubrication 148........................................
3.11 Battery 149
...............................................................
3.11.1 Clean Battery 149.................................................
3.11.2 Electrolyte Level Inspection 150.....................................
3.11.3 Specific Gravity Check 151.........................................
3.11.4 Charge Battery 151................................................
Table of Contents, continued
TP-6200 10/12 Table of Contents 5
3.12 Detroit Diesel Engine Control Systems 152...................................
3.12.1 Features 152.....................................................
3.12.2 DDEC Engine Diagnostics 152......................................
3.13 Engine Control Systems 153................................................
3.14 Storage Procedure 153....................................................
3.14.1 Lubricating System 153............................................
3.14.2 Cooling System 153...............................................
3.14.3 Fuel System 154..................................................
3.14.4 Internal Engine Components (Gas-Fueled Engines) 154................
3.14.5 Exterior 154......................................................
3.14.6 Battery 154.......................................................
Section 4 General Troubleshooting 155.........................................................
4.1 General Troubleshooting Chart 156..........................................
4.2 Controller Display and Voltage Regulation Troubleshooting Chart 159............
Section 5 Generator Set Reconnection 161.....................................................
5.1 Introduction 161..........................................................
5.2 Voltage Reconnection Procedure 162........................................
Section 6 Accessories 167.....................................................................
6.1 Accessories and Connections 167...........................................
6.1.1 Audiovisual Alarm Kit 167..........................................
6.1.2 Common Failure Relay Kit 168......................................
6.1.3 Controller (Customer) Connection Kit 168............................
6.1.4 Float/Equalize Battery Charger Kit with Alarm Option 168...............
6.1.5 Ground Fault Annunciation 170.....................................
6.1.6 Idle (Speed) Mode Feature 171.....................................
6.1.7 Low Fuel (Level/Pressure) Switch 172...............................
6.1.8 Prime Power Switch Kit 172........................................
6.1.9 Remote Emergency Stop Kit 173....................................
6.1.10 Remote Reset Feature 173.........................................
6.1.11 Remote Serial Annunciator 174.....................................
6.1.12 Remote Speed Adjustment Potentiometer Kit (Non-ECM Models) 181....
6.1.13 Run Relay Kit 181.................................................
6.1.14 Shunt-Trip Line Circuit Breaker 181..................................
6.1.15 Single-Relay Dry Contact Kit 182....................................
6.1.16 Ten-Relay Dry Contact Kit 182......................................
6.1.17 Twenty-Relay Dry Contact Kit 184...................................
6.1.18 Wireless Monitor 185..............................................
6.2 Accessory Connections 186................................................
Appendix A Abbreviations 193................................................................
Appendix B User-Defined Settings 195........................................................
Appendix C Voltage Regulator Definitions and Adjustments 202.................................
Appendix D Alternator Protection 208.........................................................
Appendix E Inputs and System Events by Application 209......................................
6 TP-6200 10/12
Notes
7Safety Precautions and InstructionsTP-6200 10/12
Safety Precautions and Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
Electromechanical equipment,
including generator sets, transfer
switches, switchgear, and
accessories, can cause bodily harm
and pose life-threatening danger when
improperly installed, operated, or
maintained. To prevent accidents be
aware of potential dangers and act
safely. Read and follow all safety
precautions and instructions. SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This manual has several types of
safety precautions and instructions:
Danger, Warning, Caution, and Notice.
DANGER
Danger indicates the presence of a
hazard that will cause severe
personal injury, death,or
substantial property damage.
WARNING
Warning indicates the presence of a
hazard that can cause severe
personal injury, death, or
substantial property damage.
CAUTION
Caution indicates the presence of a
hazard that will or can cause minor
personal injury or property damage.
NOTICE
Notice communicates installation,
operation, or maintenance information
that is safety related but not hazard
related.
Safety decals affixed to the equipment
in prominent places alert the operator
or service technician to potential
hazards and explain how to act safely.
The decals are shown throughout this
publication to improve operator
recognition. Replace missing or
damaged decals.
Accidental Starting
Accidental starting.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect the battery cables before
working on the generator set.
Remove the negative (--) lead first
when disconnecting the battery.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery.
WARNING
Disabling the generator set.
Accidental starting can cause
severe injury or death. Before
working on the generator set or
connected equipment, disable the
generator set as follows: (1) Move the
generator set master switch to the OFF
position. (2) Disconnect the power to
the battery charger. (3) Remove the
battery cables, negative (--) lead first.
Reconnect the negative (--) lead last
when reconnecting the battery. Follow
these precautions to prevent starting of
the generator set by an automatic
transfer switch, remote start/stop
switch, or engine start command from a
remote computer.
Battery
Sulfuric acid in batteries.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Wear protective goggles and
clothing. Battery acid may cause
blindness and burn skin.
WARNING
Explosion.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Relays in the battery charger
cause arcs or sparks.
Locate the battery in a well-ventilated
area. Isolate the battery chargerfrom
explosive fumes.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is a diluted
sulfuric acid. Battery acid can
cause severe injury or death. Battery
acid can cause blindness and burn
skin. Always wear splashproof safety
goggles, rubber gloves, and boots
when servicing the battery. Do not
open a sealed battery or mutilate the
battery case. If battery acid splashes in
the eyes or on the skin, immediately
flush the affected area for 15 minutes
with large quantities of clean water.
Seek immediate medical aid in the
case of eye contact. Never add acid to
a battery after placing the battery in
service, as this may result in
hazardous spattering of battery acid.
Battery acid cleanup. Battery acid
can cause severe injury or death.
Battery acid is electrically conductive
and corrosive. Add 500 g (1 lb.) of
bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) to a
containerwith4L(1gal.)ofwaterand
mix the neutralizing solution. Pour the
neutralizing solution on the spilled
battery acid and continue to add the
neutralizing solution to the spilled
battery acid until all evidence of a
chemical reaction (foaming) has
ceased. Flush the resulting liquid with
water and dry the area.
8 Safety Precautions and Instructions TP-6200 10/12
Battery gases. Explosion can cause
severe injury or death. Battery gases
can cause an explosion. Do not smoke
or permit flames or sparks to occur
near a battery at any time, particularly
when it is charging. Do not dispose of a
battery in a fire. To prevent burns and
sparks that could cause an explosion,
avoid touching the battery terminals
with tools or other metal objects.
Remove all jewelry before servicing
the equipment. Discharge static
electricity from your body before
touching batteries by first touching a
grounded metal surface away from the
battery. To avoid sparks, do not disturb
the battery charger connections while
the battery is charging. Always turn the
battery charger off before
disconnecting the battery connections.
Ventilate the compartments containing
batteries to prevent accumulation of
explosive gases.
Battery short circuits. Explosion
can cause severe injury or death.
Short circuits can cause bodily injury
and/or equipment damage.
Disconnect the battery before
generator set installation or
maintenance. Remove all jewelry
before servicing the equipment. Use
tools with insulated handles. Remove
the negative (--) lead first when
disconnecting the battery. Reconnect
the negative (--) lead last when
reconnecting the battery. Never
connect the negative (--) battery cable
to the positive (+) connection terminal
of the starter solenoid. Do not test the
battery condition by shorting the
terminals together.
Engine Backfire/Flash
Fire
Fire.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Do not smoke or permit flames or
sparks near fuels or the fuel system.
WARNING
Servicing the fuel system. A flash
fire can cause severe injury or
death. Do not smoke or permit flames
or sparks near the carburetor, fuel line,
fuel filter, fuel pump, or other potential
sources of spilled fuels or fuel vapors.
Catch fuels in an approved container
when removing the fuel line or
carburetor.
Servicing the air cleaner. A sudden
backfire can cause severe injury or
death. Do not operate the generator
set with the air cleaner removed.
Combustible materials. A fire can
cause severe injury or death.
Generator set engine fuels and fuel
vapors are flammable and explosive.
Handle these materials carefully to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion.
Equip the compartment or nearby area
with a fully charged fire extinguisher.
Select a fire extinguisher rated ABC or
BC for electrical fires or as
recommended by the local fire code or
an authorized agency. Train all
personnel on fire extinguisher
operation and fire prevention
procedures.
Exhaust System
Carbon monoxide.
Can cause severe nausea,
fainting, or death.
The exhaust system must be
leakproof and routinely inspected.
WARNING
Generator set operation. Carbon
monoxide can cause severe
nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon
monoxide is an odorless, colorless,
tasteless, nonirritating gas that can
cause death if inhaled for even a short
time. Avoid breathing exhaust fumes
when working on or near the generator
set. Never operate the generator set
inside a building unless the exhaust
gas is piped safely outside. Never
operate the generator set where
exhaust gas could accumulate and
seep back inside a potentially occupied
building.
Carbon monoxide symptoms.
Carbon monoxide can cause severe
nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon
monoxide is a poisonous gas present
in exhaust gases. Carbon monoxide is
an odorless, colorless, tasteless,
nonirritating gas that can cause death if
inhaled for even a short time. Carbon
monoxide poisoning symptoms
include but are not limited to the
following:
DLight-headedness, dizziness
DPhysical fatigue, weakness in
joints and muscles
DSleepiness, mental fatigue,
inability to concentrate
or speak clearly, blurred vision
DStomachache, vomiting, nausea
If experiencing any of these symptoms
and carbon monoxide poisoning is
possible, seek fresh air immediately
and remain active. Do not sit, lie down,
or fall asleep. Alert others to the
possibility of carbon monoxide
poisoning. Seek medical attention if
the condition of affected persons does
not improve within minutes of breathing
fresh air.
Fuel System
Explosive fuel vapors.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Use extreme care when handling,
storing, and using fuels.
WARNING
9Safety Precautions and InstructionsTP-6200 10/12
The fuel system. Explosive fuel
vapors can cause severe injury or
death. Vaporized fuels are highly
explosive. Use extreme care when
handling and storing fuels. Store fuels
inawell-ventilatedareaawayfrom
spark-producing equipment and out of
the reach of children. Never add fuel to
the tank while the engine is running
because spilled fuel may ignite on
contact with hot parts or from sparks.
Do not smoke or permit flames or
sparks to occur near sources of spilled
fuel or fuel vapors. Keep the fuel lines
and connections tight and in good
condition. Do not replace flexible fuel
lines with rigid lines. Use flexible
sections to avoid fuel line breakage
caused by vibration. Do not operate
the generator set in the presence of
fuel leaks, fuel accumulation, or
sparks. Repair fuel systems before
resuming generator set operation.
Explosive fuel vapors can cause
severe injury or death. Take
additional precautions when using the
following fuels:
Gasoline—Store gasoline only in
approved red containers clearly
marked GASOLINE.
Propane (LP)—Adequate ventilation
is mandatory. Because propane is
heavier than air, install propane gas
detectors low in a room. Inspect the
detectors per the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Natural Gas—Adequate ventilation is
mandatory. Because natural gas rises,
install natural gas detectors high in a
room. Inspect the detectors per the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Fuel tanks. Explosive fuel vapors
can cause severe injury or death.
Gasoline and other volatile fuels stored
in day tanks or subbase fuel tanks can
cause an explosion. Store only diesel
fuel in tanks.
Draining the fuel system. Explosive
fuel vapors can cause severe injury
or death. Spilled fuel can cause an
explosion. Use a container to catch
fuel when draining the fuel system.
Wipe up spilled fuel after draining the
system.
Gas fuel leaks. Explosive fuel
vapors can cause severe injury or
death. Fuel leakage can cause an
explosion. Check the LP vapor gas or
natural gas fuel system for leakage by
using a soap and water solution with
the fuel system test pressurized to
6--8 ounces per square inch
(10--14 inches water column). Do not
use a soap solution containing either
ammonia or chlorine because both
prevent bubble formation. A
successful test depends on the ability
of the solution to bubble.
LP liquid withdrawal fuel leaks.
Explosive fuel vapors can cause
severe injury or death. Fuel leakage
can cause an explosion. Check the LP
liquid withdrawal gas fuel system for
leakage by using a soap and water
solution with the fuel system test
pressurized to at least 90 psi
(621 kPa). Do not use a soap solution
containing either ammonia or chlorine
because both prevent bubble
formation. A successful test depends
on the ability of the solution to bubble.
Hazardous Noise
Hazardous noise.
Can cause hearing loss.
Never operate the generator set
without a muffler or with a faulty
exhaust system.
CAUTION
Engine noise. Hazardous noise can
cause hearing loss. Generator sets
not equipped with sound enclosures
can produce noise levels greater than
105 dBA. Prolonged exposure to
noise levels greater than 85 dBA can
cause permanent hearing loss. Wear
hearing protection when near an
operating generator set.
Hazardous Voltage/
Moving Parts
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
Disconnect all power sources before
opening the enclosure.
DANGER
Hazardous voltage.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Operate the generator set only when
all guards and electrical enclosures
areinplace.
Moving parts.
WARNING
Hazardous voltage.
Backfeed to the utility system can
cause property damage, severe
injury, or death.
If the generator set is used for
standby power, install an automatic
transfer switch to prevent inadvertent
interconnection of standby and
normal sources of supply.
WARNING
Grounding electrical equipment.
Hazardous voltage can cause
severe injury or death. Electrocution
is possible whenever electricity is
present. Ensure you comply with all
applicable codes and standards.
Electrically ground the generator set,
transfer switch, and related equipment
and electrical circuits. Turn off the
main circuit breakers of all power
sources before servicing the
equipment. Never contact electrical
leads or appliances when standing in
water or on wet ground because these
conditions increase the risk of
electrocution.
10 Safety Precautions and Instructions TP-6200 10/12
High voltage test. Hazardous
voltage can cause severe injury or
death. Follow the instructions of the
test equipment manufacturer when
performing high-voltage tests on the
rotor or stator. An improper test
procedure can damage equipment or
lead to generator set failure.
Testing the photo transistor circuit
board. Hazardous voltage can
cause severe injury or death. When
the end cover is removed, do not
expose the photo transistor circuit
board mounted on the generator set
end bracket to any external light
source, as exposure to light causes
high voltage. Keep foreign sources of
light away from the photo transistor
circuit board during testing. Place
black electrical tape over the LED on
the circuit board before starting the
generator set.
Installing the photo transistor
circuit board. Hazardous voltage
can cause severe injury or death.
Ensure that the foil side of the photo
transistor circuit board, the end of the
shaft, and the threaded holes are clean
and free of metal particles and chips.
Metal debris may short-circuit the
photo transistor circuit board and
cause hazardous voltage in the
generator set. Do not reconnect the
generator set to the load until the AC
voltmeter shows the correct output.
Installing the battery charger.
Hazardous voltage can cause
severe injury or death. An
ungrounded battery charger may
cause electrical shock. Connect the
battery charger enclosure to the
ground of a permanent wiring system.
As an alternative, install an equipment
grounding conductor with circuit
conductors and connect it to the
equipment grounding terminal or the
lead on the battery charger. Install the
battery charger as prescribed in the
equipment manual. Install the battery
charger in compliance with local codes
and ordinances.
Connecting the battery and the
battery charger. Hazardous voltage
can cause severe injury or death.
Reconnect the battery correctly,
positive to positive and negative to
negative, to avoid electrical shock and
damage to the battery charger and
battery(ies). Have a qualified
electrician install the battery(ies).
Servicing the day tank. Hazardous
voltage can cause severe injury or
death. Service the day tank electrical
control module (ECM) as prescribed in
the equipment manual. Disconnect the
power to the day tank before servicing.
Press the day tank ECM OFF
pushbutton to disconnect the power.
Notice that line voltage is still present
within the ECM when the POWER ON
light is lit. Ensure that the generator set
and day tank are electrically grounded.
Do not operate the day tank when
standing in water or on wet ground
because these conditions increase the
risk of electrocution.
Short circuits. Hazardous
voltage/current can cause severe
injury or death. Short circuits can
cause bodily injury and/or equipment
damage.Do not contact electrical
connections with tools or jewelry while
making adjustments or repairs.
Remove all jewelry before servicing
the equipment.
Engine block heater. Hazardous
voltage can cause severe injury or
death. The engine block heater can
cause electrical shock. Remove the
engine block heater plug from the
electrical outlet before working on the
block heater electrical connections.
Handling the capacitor. Hazardous
voltage can cause severe injury or
death. Electrical shock results from
touching the charged capacitor
terminals. Discharge the capacitor by
shorting the terminals together.
(Capacitor-excited models only)
Electrical backfeed to the utility.
Hazardous backfeed voltage can
cause severe injury or death. Install
a transfer switch in standby power
installations to prevent the connection
of standby and other sources of power.
Electrical backfeed into a utility
electrical system can cause severe
injury or death to utility personnel
working on power lines.
Testing live electrical circuits.
Hazardous voltage or current can
cause severe injury or death. Have
trained and qualified personnel take
diagnostic measurements of live
circuits. Use adequately rated test
equipment with electrically insulated
probes and follow the instructions of
the test equipment manufacturer when
performing voltage tests. Observe the
following precautions when performing
voltage tests: (1) Remove all jewelry.
(2) Stand on a dry, approved
electrically insulated mat. (3) Do not
touch the enclosure or components
inside the enclosure. (4) Be prepared
for the system to operate automatically.
(600 volts and under)
Airborne particles.
Can cause severe injury or
blindness.
Wear protective goggles and clothing
when using power tools, hand tools,
or compressed air.
WARNING
Servicing the generator set when it
is operating. Exposed moving parts
can cause severe injury or death.
Keep hands, feet, hair, clothing, and
test leads away from the belts and
pulleys when the generator set is
running. Replace guards, screens,
and covers before operating the
generator set.
Heavy Equipment
Unbalanced weight.
Improper lifting can cause severe
injury or death and equipment
damage.
Do not use lifting eyes.
Lift the generator set using lifting bars
inserted through the lifting holes on
the skid.
WARNING