Instruction manual

Instruction manual
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5. Storage of the generator
5.1 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.
5.2 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”).
– Consult the engine’s operator manual.
– Check that the insulation resistance of the generator exceeds 5 MΩ.
– 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.
6. Checks and trouble shooting
6.1 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.
6.2 Checking ammeters P1, P2, P3
– Measure the outgoing current during the load, by means of a clamp-
on probe.
– Compare the measured current with the current indicated on
ammeter. 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).
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