Automatic/Remote Start-Up - Wacker Neuson G 100 Notice D'emploi

G 100 / G 120
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Automatic/Remote Start-Up

Background In the REMOTE START position, the generator can be started remotely, either
through a transfer switch or some other type of remote start switch. REMOTE
START is the normal setting when using the generator as a stand-by power supply.
Prerequisites Before placing the generator in the automatic start-up mode, review the Before
Starting and Manual Starting sections in this Operator's Manual and follow the
procedure below.
CAUTION
Possibility of accidental equipment start-up. If the contacts on any remote switch
linked to the generator are closed, the generator could start unexpectedly when the
engine start switch is moved to the REMOTE START position.
Before placing the engine start switch (e) in the REMOTE START position, ver-
ify that the contacts on any remote switch linked to the generator set are OPEN.
Start-up 1. Perform a manual start at least once to verify that the metering panel is
procedure
operating correctly. Refer to sections Before Starting and Manual Starting in this
Operator's Manual.
2. To perform an optional check of the auto start-up circuit:
Attach a short jumper wire (minimum 16 gauge insulated) between the two
terminals on the remote run terminal block. The jumper wire applies a ground to
the ECM to complete the start circuit.
Wait for the engine to crank, start, and run.
Move the engine start switch to off "O" to stop the engine.
Remove the jumper wire from the remote run terminals after testing is complete.
3. Secure the generator by closing and locking all doors.
4. Set the engine start switch to REMOTE START and close the main line circuit
breaker.
The generator is now ready for automatic starting.
Maintaing If the generator is to be used as a stand-by power supply, provisions must be made
battery charge
to maintain the battery charge. This can be done either by attaching a battery
charger to the battery or by starting the generator manually and running the engine
periodically to maintain a charge. See section Manual Starting.
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