Starting the Unit
Generator sets are designed to provide power for a refrigeration unit. Before starting the generator set, make sure the refrigeration unit power cord is connected to the generator set electric power receptacle. To operate the refrigeration unit on shore power, disconnect the power cord from the generator set and plug it into the proper power supply.
- Caution
- Risk of Injury
- The unit may start automatically and at any time when the unit switches are On. Be sure to turn switches Off before inspecting or working on any part of the unit.
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Turn unit ON/OFF switch to On. The switch is located below the SG+ 1.5 controller.
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A series of displays called the Start Sequence appears on the display as follows:
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DISPLAY UNIT
REV 1.0.0
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SG+
X.X.X.X YYMMDD
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MAIN MENU
DATA
DELAY 20 (or 19, 18, 17, etc. to 01)
The delay screen counts down from 20 to 01 while the controller performs some self checks.
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MAIN MENU
DATA
INIT
The controller energizes the glow plugs for preheat (if necessary). The preheat buzzer is energized during the preheat period. Preheat time ranges from 5 to 120 seconds, depending on the engine temperature. Preheat may continue until after the engine starts.
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MAIN MENU
DATA
FUEL RELAY ON
The controller energizes the fuel relay.
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MAIN MENU
DATA
GLOW PLUG ON
The glow plugs are energized.
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MAIN MENU
DATA
STARTER
The engine begins cranking. The glow plug and pre-heat buzzer may remain energized during the cranking period.
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MAIN MENU
DATA
DELAYED OUTPUT
This display appears while the controller delays energizing the alternator output for approximately 2 minutes.
- Notice
- Equipment Damage
- Never use starting fluid. Damage to the engine can occur.
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