CANplus CP750-E
Control Panel Operation Manual
*Patent Pending
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9M02-1000-A501-EN
Revision B
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Autostart Operation
6.1 Prerequisites
The CP750-E can start and stop the engine based on external triggers and/or timed schedules.
Note:
It is important to note that the engine may start without warning or notice.
The CP750-E is equipped with an Autostart warning alarm.
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It is SOLELY the responsibility of the owner/installer/operator to provide warning labels, visible warnings
and audible warnings to notify the operator of an impending start-up
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ALWAYS use lock-out/tag-out procedures prior to performing ANY service or configuration operations
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DO NOT configure operator programmable features while the panel is in “AUTO” mode (green Autostart
light is illuminated)
6.2 Enabling Autostart
To place the panel in Autostart mode, turn the key switch clockwise to the ON position and press the AUTO
button. The Autostart ICON will illuminate, indicating the panel is in the Autostart mode. CAN bus values will
show “- - -” since the ECU is not energized at this time. The display will power down after two minutes to reduce
battery drain but the Autostart light will stay illuminated. The power-down time can be configured using the
Customizer software tool. When the selected start condition occurs, the control panel will power up and attempt
to start the engine after sounding the Autostart warning alarm. When the engine has successfully started, the
panel will control the engine speed following the configurable throttle control profile (see the
section). The flexible throttle profile includes various speeds and times for a variety of scenarios. When a stop
condition exists, the panel will reduce the engine speed as per the throttle profile and stop the engine. If the
configured start condition returns before the shutdown process is complete, the engine will not stop but rather
will return to the required speed.
WARNING
AUTOMATIC START/STOP WARNING! WHEN THE AUTOSTART MODE IS ACTIVE AND A START
CONDITION EXISTS, THE PANEL WILL START IMMEDIATELY! DO NOT CONFIGURE THE
PANEL WHEN THE AUTOSTART MODE IS ACTIVE! ALWAYS USE LOCK-OUT/TAG-OUT
PROCEDURES WHEN SERVICING AUTOSTART EQUIPMENT!
6.3 Autostart Menu
The CP750-E has two switch inputs dedicated for use as Autostart inputs. The transducer input can also be
selected to control a start/stop set point.
6.4 Behavior
The following links to videos show how to set up the panel for sample applications:
to view Dual Float Empty.
to view Transducer with Backup Switches.
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