Synchronous Generators BG 132 and BG 160

Synchronous Generators BG 132 / BG 160
Chapter 5, Operation
Proceed as follows to take the generator into operation and to connect the
loads:
1. If necessary, perform the daily check of the insulation monitoring unit. See
section 5.6.3 on page 84.
2. Make sure that no devices are connected to the generator.
3. Switch off all devices which are to be connected later (switch in position
"OFF" or "0"). Accident hazard by unsupervised starting devices!
4. Start the engine. Wait until the engine has reached its rated speed.
5. If necessary, switch on the circuit breakers in the control box (if equipped,
see Figure 27) or in the control cabinet (position "ON" or "I").
6. Connect (or switch on) the devices one after the other. First switch on the
powerful devices with high current consumptions or high starting currents
and then the less powerful devices.
NOTE
The total length of all connected extension cables may not
exceed the following values:
• 250 m max. at a conductor cross section of 2.5 mm 2
• 100 m max. at a conductor cross section of 1.5 mm 2
Devices driven by electric motors possibly require starting
currents that are many times higher than the specified
operating currents. In case of doubt, please contact the
manufacturer.
To ensure a safe operation of three-phase generators, the load
currents should be distributed to all three phases as equal as
possible.
Take care that the maximum currents specified for each socket
are not exceeded.
82 Issue date: August 2002