Start-Stop Operation

Select Start-Stop mode to reduce fuel consumption

Start-Stop reduces fuel consumption by allowing the APX Control System to automatically stop and restart the engine. The engine shuts off near setpoint and restarts when certain conditions are met, based on compartment temperature, battery charging amps, and engine coolant temperature. Start-Stop operation may be configured for frozen or perishable load setpoint ranges.

Step 1: Press Start-Stop Key

With the system powered up (START/RUN-OFF switch in the START/RUN position) or in PC mode, press the START-STOP/CONTINUOUS key until "START/STOP" is highlighted.

Step 2: Confirm Mode Selected

The message "START/STOP MODE SELECTED" will display in the MessageCenter for 10 seconds.

Step 3: Verify Status Bar

Confirm the operation indication in the status bar is no longer highlighted. The unit is now in Start-Stop Operation.

Mode May Be Locked!

If "START-STOP LOCKED" displays in the MessageCenter when you press the key, the Start-Stop/Continuous key is locked out. Similarly, "CONTINUOUS LOCKED" displays if Continuous Run is locked. Refer to Section 5.2.3 for configuration information.

Failed to Start Alarm

If the unit fails to start after three start attempts, alarm 00031 "Failed to Start - Auto Mode" will activate.

Failed to Run Alarm

If the unit shuts down three consecutive times without running a minimum of 15 minutes between shutdowns, alarm 00030 "Failed to Run Minimum Time" will activate. The shutdown counter clears after the unit has run for 15 minutes.