NUMBER ACTION REQUIRED CHECK
COMPLETED 1
(PU-810 A) Ensure the parking brake is set. Rotate the crank in a clockwise rotation to set.
1
(PU-810-B) Ensure that the wheels are properly chocked or the Spring Brakes are set by opening the petcock on the air tank and evacuating all the air.
2 Check the ground connection.
3 Check that the ORT communication cable is connected properly.
4 Ensure the feeder output cables, if used, are properly connected and that the concentric neutrals are connected to ground.
5 Ensure that the feeder output cover is secured. (Locked) 6 Check Parking Stands for proper mounting and connection.
7
Check the two 120-Volt auxiliary duplex receptacles and the 60 amp 3 phase receptacle cables are securely connected or the covers are properly installed / closed.
8
Open the left rear PU side access door and inspect the area for cleanliness, loose electrical connections, loose hardware, and leaks around the oil filter and lines. Check for signs of heat damage or other abnormalities. Check all high voltage panels for security
9
Ensure that the battery charger voltmeter displays (24 VDC), is plugged into the battery charger receptacle, and that all circuit breakers are turned on. Return to this step after a generator breaker is closed to ensure charger is supplying current to the batteries.
10 Visually inspect the air intake duct for obstructions or foreign objects.
11 Close the left rear PU door.
12
Open the left front PU side access door and inspect the area for cleanliness, loose electrical connections, loose hardware, leaks around oil and fuel lines, signs of heat damage or other abnormalities.
13 Drain the crankcase vent reservoir (fumes box) into a proper container.
14 If necessary, open the Primary Fuel Filter Drain Valve and drain any accumulated water into an appropriate container.
15 Check oil level for Generator 1.
16 Ensure fuel shutoff valve is in the open position (valve handle is parallel to the fuel hose).
17 Close the left front PU side access door.
18 Remove the Gen. 1 splashguard (PU-810 B).
19 Check the fuel tank, hydraulic tank, and radiator fill tank for signs of damage or leaks.
20 Check fuel level with the built-in dipstick, coolant levels through the coolant sightglass and hydraulic fluid levels with the sightglass.
USA TM 9-6115-484-14 DRS RADIAN CTM: 01646.1R0253/1R0254 TABLE 5.10.1.3.5-1 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST (CONTINUED)
ITEM
NUMBER ACTION REQUIRED CHECK
COMPLETED 21 Check the fuel transfer pump assembly for mounting security and leaks.
Place the fuel transfer mode switch in “A” (automatic mode) position.
Place the fuel transfer pump power switch in the G1 position.
22
Check the condition of the batteries for cleanliness and signs of damage. Check the battery electrical connections for tightness and signs of corrosion.
23 Check to ensure that the battery isolation switch is in the OFF position.①
24 Remove the Gen. 2 splashguard (PU-810B only).
25 Open the PU right side front access door and inspect the area for cleanliness, loose electrical connections, loose hardware, leaks around oil and fuel lines, signs of heat damage or other abnormalities.
26 Check oil level for Generator 2.
27 Drain the crankcase vent reservoir (fumes box) into a proper container.
28 If necessary open the Primary Fuel Filter Drain Valve and drain any water accumulated into an appropriate container
29 Ensure manual fuel cutoff valve is in the open position; valve handle is parallel to the fuel hose.
30 Close the right front PU side access door.
31
Open the right rear PU side access door and inspect the area for cleanliness, loose electrical connections, loose hardware, leaks, around the oil filter, and for signs of heat damage or other abnormalities.
Check all high voltage access panels for security.
32 Visually inspect the air intake for obstructions or foreign objects.
33
Ensure that the battery charger voltmeter displays (24 VDC), is plugged into the battery charger receptacle, and that all circuit breakers are turned on. Return to this step after a generator breaker is closed to ensure charger is supplying current to the batteries.
34 Check Parking Stands for proper mounting and connection.
35 Check with a flashlight between generator sets G1 and G2 for leaks, loose hardware, and any other potential problem.
36 Close the right rear PU side access door.
37 Ensure the tie output cables are properly connected and that the concentric neutrals are connected to ground.
38 Ensure that the tie-output cover is secured. (Locked) 39 Check PU equipment grounds for proper connection.
40 Check that the PU interconnect control cable is properly connected to the “B” connector.
41 Inspect the exterior fuel system for proper connection, leaks, and availability of fuel.
42 Open all three PDC doors. Check for damage, loose connections, and foreign objects.
43 Position the 50/60 Hz selector switch in the proper mode.
44 Close all PDC doors.
① The Battery Parallel Switch should be left in the OFF position except in extreme conditions where the additional DC power is required to crank an engine. Once started, return the switch to the OFF position.
5.10.1.3.6 PRE-OPERATION RUN
ENSURE ALL PERSONNEL ARE CLEAR AND THE PU DOORS ARE CLOSED PRIOR TO STARTING A GENERATOR.
HEARING LOSS WILL OCCUR IF THIS WARNING IS NOT OBSERVED AND ENFORCED.
NOISE LEVELS IN EXCESS OF 85 DB EXIST WITHIN AN 88-FOOT RADIUS OF AN OPERATING DPGDS. PERSONNEL MUST WEAR SINGLE HEARING PROTECTION WITHIN 88 FEET OF AN OPERATING DPGDS.
HEARING LOSS WILL OCCUR IF THIS WARNING IS NOT OBSERVED AND ENFORCED.
DURING MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES WITH THE SIDEDOORS OPEN, NOISE LEVELS IN EXCESS OF 113 DB EXIST WITHIN A 12-FOOT RADIUS OF AN OPERATING DPGDS. PERSONNEL MUST WEAR DOUBLE HEARING PROTECTION WITHIN 12 FEET OF AN OPERATING DPGDS. EXPOSURE MUST BE LIMITED TO UNDER 2.5 HOURS.
BY CLOSING THE FEEDER OR TIE BREAKER, HIGH VOLTAGE WILL BE PRESENT ON THE LOAD CABLES. ENSURE ALL PERSONNEL ARE CLEAR OF ALL LOAD CABLES PRIOR TO CLOSING FEEDER OR TIE BREAKERS.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
USA TM 9-6115-484-14 DRS RADIAN CTM: 01646.1R0253/1R0254 TABLE 5.10.1.3.6-1 PRE-OPERATION RUN INSTRUCTION SEQUENCE
(Perform on each PU in the power plant)
STEP --60HZ OPERATIONS -- --50HZ OPERATIONS --
1 Verify System Mode Switch (SMS) is in MANUAL
2 Verify DC Control Power is on
3 Verify Emergency Stop is pulled out
4① Verify the 60Hz light is on ① Verify the 50Hz light is on① 5 Start engine 1 by placing ECS1 in MANUAL
6 Verify the engine accelerates to 1800RPM Verify the engine accelerates to 1500RPM 7 Adjust the generator frequency to 60Hz
using the Frequency Adjust Rheostat (FAR)
Adjust the generator frequency to 50Hz using the Frequency Adjust Rheostat (FAR)
8 Adjust the generator voltage to 4295VAC
using the Voltage Adjust Rheostat (VAR) Adjust the generator voltage to 3915VAC using the Voltage Adjust Rheostat (VAR) 9 Close BCS-G1, toggle the Phase Rotation Test Light switch, verify that light ABC lights,
open BCSG1
10 Shutdown engine 1 by placing ECS1 in OFF/RESET 11 Start engine 2 by placing ECS2 in MANUAL
12 Verify the engine accelerates to 1800RPM Verify the engine accelerates to 1500RPM 13 Adjust the generator frequency to 60Hz
using the Frequency Adjust Rheostat (FAR)
Adjust the generator frequency to 50Hz using the Frequency Adjust Rheostat (FAR)
14 Adjust the generator voltage to 4295VAC
using the Voltage Adjust Rheostat (VAR) Adjust the generator voltage to 3915VAC using the Voltage Adjust Rheostat (VAR) 15 Close BCS-G2, toggle the Phase Rotation Test Light switch, verify that light ABC lights,
open BCSG2
16 Shutdown engine 2 by placing ECS2 in OFF/RESET
① If the wrong frequency light is on, open the Master Control Door and change the Frequency Selector Switch (FSS) to the desired frequency.
5.10.1.3.7 ORT SETUP
a. Remove the ORT from its case and set it up on a flat and level surface.
b. Remove the mouse from the case and plug it into the mouse (PS2) port on the back of the ORT.
c. If 120VAC power is available, connect the ORT power supply cord to the 120VAC power. The ORT can operate up to three hours on its batteries.
d. Connect one end of the 150-foot patch cable to the ORT networking port on the PU.
e. Route the cable from the ORT to the PU and connect the cable to the ORT port.
f. Turn on the ORT.
g. Observe that the ORT boots to the operator’s Overview screen.
h. Select the EquipID pop-up screen and enter the necessary information for the units. This includes the Trailer ID number, the Engine ID number, and the Generator ID number for each PU.
i. Select the Oneline pop-up screen and enter the descriptor for the main load connected to the feeders.
h. Return to the Overview pop-up screen.
USA TM 9-6115-484-14 DRS RADIAN CTM: 01646.1R0253/1R0254 5.10.1.3.8 CONTROLS SETUP
Complete the switch arrangements according to the following Table, and verify the lamp indicators:
NOTE: Ignore settings for Power Units not being used.