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Additional Information

If you have any questions regarding the installation, contact your nearest authorized Cummins distributor or dealer. For additional information,

refer to the A062J680 Operator Manual. For more information on Cummins products and services, go to power.cummins.com.

A062M461 (Issue 2) 7-2019

Operator Quick Start Guide

A062M461

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Thorough understanding of the operator manual and health and safety manual is necessary before operating the generator set. Safe

operation and proper performance can only be obtained when the generator set is operated and maintained properly.

PRE-START CHECKLIST

Generator set engine is properly serviced with oil.

All generator set covers and safety shields are installed correctly.

All fuel shutoff valves are operational and in the open position.

The installation is compliant with state and local codes and regulations.

Remove any debris that has accumulated around the generator set.

SELECTING AN OPERATING MODE

Note: When changing operating modes, the generator set can start or stop without warning (for example, if Standby mode is

selected and utility power is not connected, the generator set will attempt to start). Make sure there is no danger to personnel or

equipment if the generator set starts or stops.

SETTING THE REMOTE AND STANDBY MODES

Enable/Disable Remote or Standby (Local Display)

Enable/Disable Standby (Remote Display)

1. From any screen, select the Mode key to get to the Mode

screen.

2. Use the arrow keys to enable or disable the Remote mode.

Select the Next key to go to the next screen.

3. Use the arrow keys to enable or disable the Standby mode.

4. Whenever Standby is enabled, the Remote mode will also

automatically be enabled.

5. Keep pressing the Back button to save the settings and return

to the Main screen.

1. From any screen, select the Mode key to get to the

Mode screen.

2. Use the arrow keys to enable or disable the Standby

mode. (Local display needs to be in remote to

enable or disable Standby.)

3. Keep pressing the Back button to save the settings

and return to the Main screen.

BASIC SEQUENCE OF OPERATION

When the generator set is equipped with a transfer switch and the generator set is in Standby mode:

Utility power goes out:

1. The generator set starts.

2. After the generator set reaches rated voltage and frequency, the transfer switch transfers the

building load to the generator set. The building's electrical power is now provided by the generator

set.

Utility power returns:

1. The sequence to transfer building load to the utility begins.

2. The generator set continues to run and waits for utility power to stabilize.

3. When utility power is stable for 5 minutes, the transfer switch connects the building load back to

utility power.

4. The generator set runs an additional 5 minutes to cool down and then shuts off.

5. Normal operation resumes.

EXERCISING THE GENERATOR SET

When in the Standby mode, the generator set will exercise at the scheduled time for the duration set in the generator set control or

transfer device. Refer to the operator manual to understand and/or modify the settings for the exercising schedule.

Note: Crank exercise is enabled as a default. During every other exercise cycle the generator will not start. See the Operator manual

to disable.

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Operator Quick Start Guide A062M461 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Thorough understanding of the operator manual and health and safety manual is necessary before operating the generator set. Safe operation and proper performance can only be obtained when the generator set is operated and maintained properly. PRE-START CHECKLIST Generator set engine is properly serviced with oil. All generator set covers and safety shields are installed correctly. All fuel shutoff valves are operational and in the open position.
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MANUAL STARTING AND STOPPING Action Manual Start (Local Display) Manual Start (Remote Display) Start 1. From the Main screen, select the START key. Remote mode must be enabled on the 2. A second screen appears notifying the operator that Standby will be local display to allow manual start and disabled. Select the START key again to start the generator set. stop from the Remote display. The 3.
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LOADING THE GENERATOR SET The amount of load that can be applied to the generator set depends upon its power rating. If the total load exceeds the rated generator set power: • The load management control will activate (if it is installed) • The generator set may shut down • The generator set circuit breaker may trip If the load exceeds the generator set rating, it may be necessary to use Cummins’ load management kit (A051C329). For more information about load management, see the operator manual.
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TYPICAL GENERATOR SET No. 1 2 3 4 Description Hinge Lock Oil Dipstick Location Air Cleaner (under Panel) Oil Fill Location A062M461 (Issue 2) 7-2019 No. 5 6 7 8 Description Control Panel Cover Lock Circuit Breaker Box Air Inlet Page 4 of 4 No. 9 10 11 Description Mounting Pad Oil Filter (behind Panels) Battery Copyright © 2019 Cummins Inc.