Caterpillar — Restarting the Engine After a Fault Shutdown
Operation · Control Panel
From a Caterpillar owner's manual covering: 7C-1000, 9Y-1300, 9Y-1400, SR4. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Caterpillar SR4
Before you start
- Accidental starting of the engine can cause personal injury. To prevent accidental starting, disconnect the batteries before performing maintenance or repair work.
Procedure
- Turn the Engine Control Switch to Stop position.
- Correct the fault condition that caused the shutdown.
- Rotate the Engine Control Switch to the Off-Reset position.
- Make sure that the Emergency Stop buttons on the generator set control panel and the engine junction box are reset.
- Make sure that the Air Shutoff Lever located at the top of the air inlet housing is reset (if equipped).
- Turn the Engine Control Switch to Manual or Automatic to start the system.
Source: Caterpillar owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.