Control Panel. Wacker Neuson GPi 1700

Operation

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Control Panel

GPi 1700 p q r s t u v

CHOKE w y x wc_gr006445 t s q r

Ref.

Description p Pilot indicator light

Overload indicator light

Oil sensor indicator light

Auto power save indicator light

Auto power save switch x y v w

Ref. Description u GFI receptacle (120 VAC)

DC terminals

DC circuit breaker

Ground lug

Engine switch

Pilot indicator light (p)

Overload indicator light

(q)

The pilot indicator light illuminates when the generator is operating normally.

The overload indicator light illuminates when the generator is operating in an overload condition. An overload condition is defined as 120% of the available power output of the generator.

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After the indicator light has been illuminated for 20 seconds, an internal circuit breaker will activate resulting in a no-load condition.

If the indicator light illuminates, stop and re-start the engine to clear the overload condition and resume normal operation.

Oil sensor indicator light

(r)

The oil sensor indicator light illuminates when the level of the engine oil falls below the prescribed value. The engine stops automatically.

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The engine cannot be re-started unless engine oil is added. Follow the procedure described in Adding Engine Oil.

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GPi 1700 Operation

Auto power save indicator light (s) and switch (t)

The auto power save indicator light illuminates when the auto power save switch (t) is in positions 1 or 2.

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With the switch in position 1 (“turtle”), the engine speed automatically adjusts according to the generator load.

With the switch in position 2 (“rabbit”), the engine speed remains constant to maintain stable AC power output. This position is ideal for heavy loads.

Turn the switch OFF when using DC power.

GFI receptacle

(u)

AC power is available through this receptacle. Use only a grounded, three-leg electrical plug.

DC terminals

(v)

The generator provides DC power for charging batteries. The red terminal is positive (+); the black terminal is negative (-). See topic Using DC Power.

DC circuit breaker (w)

The DC circuit breaker shuts off the electrical current when the current exceeds its limit, or a malfunction occurs in a piece of equipment connected to the generator.

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The DC circuit breaker has activated when the button pops out.

To reset the DC circuit breaker, press the button.

CAUTION

Electric shock hazard. Repeated activation of the DC circuit breaker could signal a potential malfunction with the generator or connected equipment.

f Never defeat the DC circuit breaker button or reset it without first investigating the reason for the activation.

Ground lug (x) The ground lug is the terminal for grounding the generator. See topic Grounding

the Generator for more information.

Engine switch

(y)

The engine switch controls the function of the choke and the fuel valve. There are three positions:

Symbol Meaning

Choke valve is closed

Description

Turn the switch to this position when starting a cold engine.

Normal operating position

Fuel valve is closed

Turn the switch to this position after the engine starts.

Note: A warm engine can be started with the switch in this position.

Turn the switch to this position to stop the engine.

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