Fischer Panda — Discharge the capacitors
Testing & diagnosis · AC control box capacitors
From a Fischer Panda operator's manual covering: 4000, 4000s SC, Panda 4000s PMS FC, Panda 4000s PMS SC. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Fischer Panda 4000, Fischer Panda 4000s SC, Fischer Panda Panda_4000s, Farymann 18W430 engine
Before you start
- Never work at the electrical cabinet when the generator is running.
- Do not contact the capacitor before it is discharged.
Procedure
- Switch off generator.
- Disconnect starter battery.
- Open generator power terminal box and remove caps.
- Short circuit the two capacitor contacts using the cone end of an isolated screwdriver.
Tools required
- isolated screwdriver Amazon
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Full service-parts list: Fischer Panda 4000 →, Fischer Panda 4000s SC →, Fischer Panda Panda_4000s →
Source: Fischer Panda operator'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.