Switching Operating State
Switch between Engine (Diesel) and Electric Operation
Do NOT connect the power plug to any electrical outlet without checking that it meets the 460/3/60 and 30 Amp electrical requirements of the unit.
Ensure the power plug is clean and dry before connecting to any electrical outlet or receptacle.
The unit is equipped with automatic phase reversal which ensures that the electric motors will run in the correct direction. For safe, reliable operation in Electric Operation, consider the following: • The power supply cable and circuit breaker must comply with local electrical code and unit specifications. • The power supply cable must be equipped with a ground connection. • Repairs or maintenance to the supply voltage circuit should only be performed by licensed/authorized personnel.
Engine to Electric
If DIESEL is displayed in the status bar, the unit is in Engine Operation.
If the standby electric cable is not already in place, ensure the external power circuit breaker is OFF, then connect the cable to the unit receptacle.
Turn the external circuit breaker ON.
Press and release the MENU key until the STANDBY soft key is displayed.
Press the STANDBY soft key. The STANDBY and DIESEL soft keys will display.
Press the STANDBY soft key to place the unit in Electric Operation. The unit will stop, the status bar will change to ELECTRIC, and the unit will restart in Electric Operation.
Electric to Engine
Press and release the MENU key until the STANDBY soft key is displayed.
Press the STANDBY soft key. The STANDBY and DIESEL soft keys will display.
Press the DIESEL soft key to place the unit in Engine Operation. The unit will stop, the status bar will change to DIESEL, and the unit will restart in Engine Operation.
If the standby electric cable is in place and will not be needed, ensure the external power circuit breaker is OFF, disconnect the cable from the unit receptacle, and hang it up off the ground.
If configured to do so, the switch from Electric to Diesel and Diesel to Electric is automatic when connecting or disconnecting from the standby power cable.