GPi 1700
Operation
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Disconnecting
the battery
When the battery is fully charged:
1. Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) terminals of the battery and the
generator.
2. Disconnect the cable from the positive (+) terminals of the battery and the
generator.
If the DC
circuit breaker
activates
The DC circuit breaker may activate while a battery is charging. This may occur for
either of the following reasons:
Defective battery—check the battery before replacing the DC breaker
Excessive current draw from a large capacity battery or a totally discharged
battery—use an AC battery charger to charge the battery instead of the
generator.
2.16
Stopping the Generator
Before
stopping
Check with other personnel on the jobsite and let them know that power is being
turned off. Make sure that the power shutdown will not create any hazards by
turning off devices such as pumps, heaters, or lights that may need to be kept on.
Stopping
procedure
To stop the generator:
1. Switch off and disconnect all equipment from the generator.
2. Allow the generator to run at no load for approximately 3 minutes.
3. Turn the engine switch to the STOP position.
2.17
Emergency Shutdown Procedure
Procedure
If a breakdown or accident occurs while the machine is operating, follow the
procedure below:
1. Stop the engine.
2. Turn off the fuel supply.
3. Disconnect tools from the machine.
4. Allow the machine to cool.
5. Contact the rental yard or machine owner for further instructions.
