Multiquip operation manual DCA-70SSJU Series Generator START-UP Procedure Auto Mode

DCA-70SSJU SERIES — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE (AUTO MODE)

DANGER: Before connecting this generator to any building’s electrical system, a licensed electrician must install an isolation (transfer)

switch. Serious injury or death may result without this transfer switch.

CAUTION:

When connecting the generator to a isolation (transfer) switch, ALWAYS have power applied to the generator's internal battery charger. This will ensure that the engine will not fail due to a dead battery.

When the generator is set in the “AUTO” mode, the generator will automically start in the event of

NOTE comercial power falling below a prescribed level by means of a contact closure that is generated automatically by a transfer switch.

CAUTION:

The Engine Speed Switch must be set to the “HIGH” position when running in the Auto-Start mode. Failing to set the switch in the proper position can result in damage to your generator when it turns on.

30.Place the Off/Manual/Auto switch (Figure 70) in the “AUTO“ position .

Figure 70. Off/Manual Auto Switch (AUTO)

31.Continue to follow the steps outlined in the “Manual Start-up”procedure (start at step 11, page 42).

WARNING:

When running the generator in the “AUTO“ mode, remember the generator can start up at any time without warning. NEVER attempt to perform any maintenance when the generator is in the auto mode.

28.Perform steps 20 through 22 in the Before Starting section (pages 44) as outlined in the Manual Starting Procedure.

29.Set the engine speed switch (Figure 69) to the “HIGH” position.

Figure 69. Engine Speed Switch (High)

DCA-70SSJU SERIES — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL (STD)— REV. #5 (06/03/03) — PAGE 45