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4. Operations
4.1 Operating modes
Mode
Description
Initializing
After being turned on, the generator checks the
condition of all its components, hydrogen supply
and internal electrical connection.
Warmup
The generator preconditions the fuel cell stack
to be able to output rated power.
Ready
The generator is ready.
Idle
The generator is not receiving any hydrogen fuel
(ER8), therefore it is idling.
Sleep
The fuel cell stack is disconnected, but the
control circuit of the generator remains on.
Shut down
The generator is shutting down by disconnecting
all loads, followed by cooling the fuel cell stack.
