Remote Start/Em Stop button for generator issue

[kevyn]

Hi

I have been presented with an interesting problem with a generator:

3 phase diesel generator with remote start/em stop inside workshop, when generator is started with the remote button it will only run for 5 minutes maximum. Generator will run all day if switched on at generator itself.

It will switch off no matter what machine is on in the workshop.

 

[ImpededLoop]

Could you give us some more details. What make is the unit, wiring diagrams etc.

 

[kevyn]

Will post details later on

 

[DaveA]

The remote start switch inside the workshop may not be latched and therefore the generator will receive a signal to start but then this signal is removed straight away when the switch is released. The generator is then on cool-down for 5mins (300secs is default on a lot of controllers) and will stop automatically.

 

[Spoon]

@DaveA I don't think the OP is bothered now mate. No info was posted by him.