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TP-6905 6/14 15Section 2 Generator Set Operation
Section 2 Generator Set Operation
2.1 Operating Area
Carbon monoxide.
Can cause severe nausea,
fainting, or death.
The exhaust system must be
leakproof and routinely inspected.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide symptoms. Carbon monoxide can
cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide
is a poisonous gas present in exhaust gases. Carbon
monoxideis anodorless, colorless, tasteless, nonirritatinggas
that can cause death if inhaled for even a short time. Carbon
monoxide poisoning symptoms include but are not limited to
the following:
D Light-headedness, dizziness
D Physical fatigue, weakness in
joints and muscles
D Sleepiness, mental fatigue,
inability to concentrate
or speak clearly, blurred vision
D Stomachache, vomiting, nausea
If experiencing any of these symptoms and carbon monoxide
poisoning is possible, seek fresh air immediately and remain
active. Do not sit, lie down, or fall asleep. Alert others to the
possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning. Seek medical
attention if the condition of affected persons does not improve
within minutes of breathing fresh air.
Generator set operation. Carbon monoxide can cause
severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide is an
odorless, colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas that can cause
deathif inhaled for evena short time. Avoid breathingexhaust
fumes when working on or near the generator set. Never
operate the generator setinside a building. Never operatethe
generator set where exhaust gas could seep inside or be
drawnintoapotentiallyoccupiedbuildingthroughwindows,air
intake vents, or other openings.
Keep the generator set area clear. Maintain at least
0.9 m (3 ft.) of clearance on all sides of the generator
set. Verify that there are no windows, air vents, or other
openings in the building within 1.5 m (5 ft.) of the
generator set exhaust outlet in any direction.
Notice
Do not locate patios, decks, play areas, or animal
shelters near the generator set. Keep items such as
lawn furniture, toys, sports equipment, and all
combustible materials away from the generator set
exhaust outlet. Remind family members, children,
and visitors to use caution near the generator set.
Generator sets connected to automatic transfer
switches start automatically during exercise periods
andpower outages.Some generatorset components
become hot when the generator set is running and
remain hot for a time after the generator set shuts
down.
2.2 Prestart Checklist
To ensure continued satisfactory operation perform the
following checks or inspections before or at each
startup, as designated, and at the intervals specified in
the service schedule. In addition, some checks require
verification after the unit starts.
Air Cleaner. Check for a clean and installed air cleaner
element to prevent unfiltered air from entering the
engine.
Air Inlets. Check for obstructions that could block the
flow of cooling air. Keep the a ir intakearea clean.Do not
leave rags, tools, or debris on or near the generator set.
Battery. Check for tight battery connections. Consult
the battery manufacturer’s instructions regarding
battery care and maintenance.
CoolantLevel. Checkthe coolant levelaccording to the
cooling system maintenance information.
Drive Belt. Check the belt condition of the water pump
and battery charging alternator belt.
Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Check for the
installation and operation of carbon monoxide (CO)
detectors on each level of any building near the
generator set.
Oil Level. Maintain the oil level at or near, not over, the
full mark on the dipstick.