Multiquip operation manual Model SG1400C3

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Operation Manual

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MODEL SG1400C3

3-Position Switch/Paralleling

1400 amp Studio Generator

(CUMMINS QSB7-G5 DIESEL ENGINE)

Revision #0 (10/05/11)

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Contents Model SG1400C3 Proposition 65 warning Nhtsa Reporting Safety DefectsTable of Contents Choose from three easy options SaFeTY meSSageS Safety InformationSaFeTY SYmBolS GeneraTor SaFeTY General SaFeTYRestricted. If the air fl ow is Engine SaFeTYIf operating in speed ranges above the maximum allowable ToWing SaFeTY Fuel SaFeTY„ never use fuel as a cleaning agent From fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a hot enginePower Cord/Cable Safety EleCTriCal SaFeTYGrounding Safety DeathEnvironmenTal SaFeTY BaTTerY SaFeTYModel Cummins QSB7-G5 SpecificationsDimensions DimensionsTypical Generator Grounding Application InstallationIndoor Installation Outdoor InstallationGenerator Grounding General information Fuel Priming Pump Fuel TankFuel Water Separator Intake Ventilation DoorInteliVision 5 Digital Controller Page Major Components Generator Major ComponentsDescription Alternator Oil Filler CapOil Filter StarterLicense Plate Lights Illuminates license plate Basic Trailer ComponentsControl panel Controller Power Switch Provides power to engine controllerCamlok/Voltage Output Panel Camlok/voltage output panelMain Breaker Panel Circuit Breaker panelMCB Control Button Not functional in this application Digital controllerThree Phase Load Single Phase LoadLoad application/generator output Type of LoadGenerator Output Voltages Voltage Selector SwitchGenerator Amperage Refueling Procedure Inspection/setupLubrication Oil Fuel CheckRemove fuel cap and fill tank Figure Only use #2 diesel fuel when refuelingWait for fuel to rise in filler neck Air Cleaner Fan Belt Tension Drive Belt inspection Cleaning the RadiatorCoolant Antifreeze/summer coolant Operation in Freezing WeatherWiring Battery Cable InstallationWhen connecting the battery do the following AlternatorBefore Starting Always have adequate ventilation when operatingEngine’s exhaust contains harmful emissions Startup Engine will go to idle modeStarting Manual Emergency Shutdown Procedure Normal Shutdown ProcedureClosing the Enclosure DOORs Protective devices Protective devicesEngine Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceCleaning Inside the Fuel Tank Air Filter Dust IndicatorGeneral Inspection Air FilterReplacing Fuel Filter Fuel Tank InspectionAir Removal Check Oil LevelTrailer Brakes Manually Adjusting the BrakesHydraulic Brakes Hydraulic Brake ActuatorWheel Bearings Adjustable ChannelLeaf Suspension Wheel Hub AdjustmentTroubleshooting Generator Troubleshooting generatorTroubleshooting Engine Troubleshooting engineTroubleshooting Intelivision 5 Controller Troubleshooting controllerCommon CauSeS For loSS oF Trailer Trailer guidelinesTrailer ToWing guidelineS Coupling To THe ToW veHiCle Driving CondiTionSTrailer ToWing TipS InoperaBle BraKeS, ligHTS or mirrorSTrailer vin Tag ToW veHiCle EleCTriCal ConneCTorSuSpenSion SYSTem BraKe ConTrollerTrailer ligHTing and BraKing ConneCTor SaFeTY CHainSEmergenCY FlareS andTriangle reFleCTorS BreaKaWaY SYSTemTrailer tongue. Wood or concrete blocks may also be used Lock washer and hitch frameCoupling the Trailer to the Tow vehicle Ball Coupler Breakaway Brake System Attaching Safety ChainBreakaway Cable Surge Brake System Uncoupling the Ball Hitch Connecting Trailer lightsPinTle HiTCH Coupler Pintle Coupler and pintle HookCoupling Trailer to Tow vehicle pintle Coupler Figure H. Attaching Safety Chain Pintle HitchDetermining load limit of Trailer Tire SaFeTY Unsafe Tires, lug nuts or WheelsBe sure lug nuts are tight before each tow Determining load limit of Tow vehicle Step StepLetter rating Speed rating Tire FundamenTalSTire repair Tire Safety TipsReplacing Worn or damaged Tires Uniform Tire Quality grading Standards uTQgSWheels, Bearings and lug nuts Wheel rimsLug nut Torque requirements Figure M. Trailer to Tow Vehicle Wiring Diagram Lights and SignalsHERE’S HOW to GET Help