CAT DIESEL RATING DEFINITIONS:

Standby:

Output available with varying load for the duration of the interruption of the normal source power. Maximum expected usage equals 500 hours a year. Standby power in accordance with ISO8528. Fuel stop power in accordance with ISO3046, AS2789, andBS5514 available on request.

Prime:

Output available with varying load for an unlimited time. Prime power in accordance with ISO8528. 10% overload power in accordance with ISO3046, AS2789 and BS5514 is available for emergency use for a maximum of 1 hour in 12, but for no more than 25 hours per year.

Continuous :

Output available without varying load for an unlimited time. Continuous power in accordance with ISO8528, ISO3046, AS2789, and BS5514