Baldor Premier 'R' Series, Operator'S Manual

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CONTROL PANEL
For the R45/R40 Units
A = THE AUTO IDLER FEATURE ON/OFF SWITCH. The Auto Idler feature allows the engine on
the generator set to slow down to a "slow speed position" when there is no load being
applied to the unit. When a load is applied to the unit, the Auto Idler Circuitry allows the
engine to speed up and operate at the engine preset speed. When this switch is turned
off, the engine will continuously run at the preset speed of the engine governor.
B = ELAPSED TIME METER. This meter keeps and displays a continuous running total of
the hours accumulated on the unit.
C = VOLTMETER. This voltmeter displays the voltage level being produced by the generator set.
D = AC CIRCUIT BREAKERS. These circuit breakers provide overload protection for the generator
set. When tripped, the circuit breaker plungers will extend out approximately 3/8".
E = NEMA L530R RECEPTACLE. This is a twist-lock style receptacle rated for 125 VAC,
30 Amps.
F = NEMA 515R GFCI DUPLEX. This is a ground fault circuit interrupter duplex rated at 125
VAC, 20 Amps. This receptacle must be tested on a regular basis (monthly).
G = NEMA L14-20R RECEPTACLE. This is a twist-lock style receptacle rated for 120/240 VAC,
depending on how the mating plug is wired. It is capable of carrying 20 amps.
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