Using The Controller
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TOUGH Series User Manual
3.3
Starting, Stopping and Controller Modes
Controller States
The following table contains the states the controller can be in and their descriptions.. Each mode has a
different purpose and changes the way the controller interacts with the engine logic, inputs, outputs and
sensors.
STATE
DESCRIPTION
Off
While in OFF state, the user can change settings through the menu
system. Automatic starting is disabled.
Auto
While in AUTO state, automatic starting is armed and certain engine
parameters are monitored.
Running
While in RUNNING state, the controller waits to be stopped and
monitors engine parameters.
Failure
The controller shuts down the engine and reason for failure is
displayed on screen.
Start and Stopping Methods
The controller can be started and stopped in a variety of different methods. The following section
briefly outlines these methods:
NOTE
: The LCD backlight will turn off during the first 2 seconds of cranking to limit
voltage dip during cranking.
Manual Start and Stop
Manual starting and stopping of the generator can be done through the front panel buttons. Pressing
the RUN button will start the engine and pressing the OFF button will stop the engine.
NOTE
: Cool down time is bypassed when engine is started manually.
Start / Stop Input
Starting and stopping can be completed through use of switched input 'Start / Stop.' If you do not
have the AMF version of the controller, this input can be used as a 'Remote Start' contact for
connecting to pre-existing Automatic Transfer Switch infrastructure or other switch.
Switched input 'Start / Stop' also has a feature that allows it to be used as a momentary input. See
Start / Stop (Momentary Function)
for more information.
Momentary Inputs
Switched inputs 'Momentary Start' and 'Momentary Stop' can be used for starting and stopping of
the engine. Unlike other inputs, they only have to be activated for a short period of time to perform
their function.
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