Multiquip DCA85usJ2 Generator START-UP Procedure Manual Mode, Before Starting, Starting Manual

GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE (MANUAL MODE)

BEFORE STARTING

CAUTION

The engine’s exhaust contains harmful emissions.

ALWAYS have adequate ventilation when operating. Direct exhaust away from nearby personnel.

WARNING

NEVER manually start the engine with the main, GFCI or auxiliary circuit breakers in the ON (closed) position.

1.Place the main, G.F.C.I., and aux. circuit breakers (Figure 37) in the OFF position prior to starting the engine.

Figure 37. Main, Aux. and GFCI

Circuit Breakers (OFF)

2.Make sure the voltage change-over board has been confi gured for the desired output voltage.

3.Connect the load to the receptacles or the output terminal lugs as shown in Figure 12. These load connection points can be found on the output terminal panel and the output terminal panel’s hard wire hookup panel.

4.Tighten terminal nuts securely to prevent load wires from slipping out.

5.Close all engine enclosure doors (Figure 38).

CORRECT INCORRECT

Figure 38. Engine Enclosure Doors

STARTING

1.Place the voltage selector switch in the desired voltage position (Figure 39)..

Figure 39. Voltage Selector Switch

STARTING (MANUAL)

1.Place the engine speed switch (Figure 40) in the LOW (down) position.

Figure 40. Engine Speed Switch (Low)

2.Place the MPEC control switch in the MANUAL position to start the engine (Figure 41).

Figure 41. MPEC Control Switch

(Manual Position)

3.Depending on the temperature of the coolant (cold weather conditions), the pre-heat lamp (Figure 42) will light (ON) and remain on until the pre-heating cycle has been completed. After completion of the pre-heating cycle, the light will go OFF and the engine will start up automatically.

Figure 42. Pre-Heat Lamp

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