TP-6137 5/036 Section 2 Operation
2.5 Exercising the Generator Set
Operate the generator set under load once each week
for one hour with an operator present.
The operator should perform all of the prestart checks
before starting the exercise procedure. Start the
generator set according to the starting procedure in the
controller section of this manual. While the generator
set is operating, listen for a smooth-running engine and
visually inspect the generator set for fluid or exhaust
leaks.
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2.6 Starting and Stopping
Procedure
Note: Opening seacock. Before starting the generator
set, open the seacock to allow cooling water
passage. Failure to do so could damage the
seawater pump impeller and cause serious
engine overheating damage.
Note: Transfer switch. Check that the marine
ship-to-shore transfer switch, if equipped, is in
the ship position.
Note: Close seacock if engine fails to start. If the
engine fails to start after the first attempt, close
the seacock before the next starting attempt.
Failure to close the seacock may cause seawater
to enter the exhaust piping, silencer, and/or
engine. A water-filled exhaust piping and
silencer may further hinder generator starting
and cause seawater entry into the engine
cylinder through the exhaust valve. Water
ingested into the engine may cause major engine
damage that the Kohler Co. warranty does not
cover.
Note: Close seacock if water enters the exhaust
system. If water enters the exhaust system,
close the seacock and drain the water from the
exhaust system at the silencer’s drain plug before
attempting to start the generator set. If excessive
cranking is a chronic problem, have the unit,
including the exhaust system, serviced by an
authorized Kohlerr distributor/dealer.
Note: Starter motor cooldown. Do not crank the
engine continuously for more than 10 seconds at
a time. Allow a 60-second cooldown period
between cranking attempts if the engine does not
start. If the unit fails to start after 3 attempts,
contact an authorized Kohlerr distributor/ dealer
for repair. Failure to follow these guidelines may
result in starter motor burnout.
2.6.1 Controls and Indicators
The following table describes the controls and indicators
located at the controller. See Figure 2-2.
Name Description
On/Off Button Use this button to initiate the start
procedure or to stop the generator set.
Press the button to the ON position
before starting the generator set.
Press the button to the OFF position to
stop the generator set.
Start Button Use this button to start the generator
set. Press the start button to start the
generator set.
Hourmeter The meter records total generator set
operating hours for reference in
maintenance scheduling.
AC Circuit
Breaker
The circuit breaker trips when a fault
occurs in the output circuit. During
maintenance of craft or generator set
wiring, the circuit breaker disconnects
the generator set. Place the circuit
breaker(s) in the ON position to close
the circuit breaker. See Figure 1-1.
Oil Pressure
Lamp
The lamp illuminates (red) if the
generator set shuts down because of
low oil pressure.
Engine Lamp The lamp illuminates (red) if the
generator set shuts down because of
high engine temperature.
Exhaust Lamp The lamp illuminates (red) if the
generator set shuts down because of
high exhaust temperature.
Remote Start
Connectors
A 4-pin connector on the controller’s
side allows the connection of the
(optional) remote start/stop switch
and hourmeter panel kit
. See
Figure 2-3.
A 25-pin connector underneath the
controller allows the connection of the
(optional) remote start/stop switch,
hourmeter, and indicator panel kit
.
See Figure 2-3.
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