6. Generator
Namaste is fitted with its own generator which will run the 110v outlets, the
air conditioning and will also charge the batteries in place of the engine. The
generator is located beneath the starboard helm seat. The main breaker for
the generator is located on the “front” of the generator (facing you as you
crouch in the locker looking at the generator). The oil dip stick is also
located on the front and must be checked daily.
On leaving the dock locate the 2 switches beneath the navigation table and
turn them both to 0. These switches should be turned to 1 when on shore
power and 2 when using the generator.
To start the generator:
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Make sure the 110v systems are off prior to starting the generator.
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Turn switches below nav table to 2
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Push down upper toggle 10 seconds (glow plug) and hold.
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While holding the top toggle down squeeze up on the lower toggle to
engage the generator starter.
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As the generator starts you will see the oil pressure start to increase.
Release both the toggles when the oil pressure reaches 55.
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The generator should continue to run when you let go of the upper toggle.
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Allow the generator to warm up for 5 minutes and then gradually load up
the system, adding one load every 5 minutes.
Main breaker. This
should be up,
indication the
breaker is on. If
the generator trips
out check this
breaker.
Oil dip stick.
Check oil level
daily
1 to get power from shore
2 to get power from generator
0 is off
