Multiquip DCA-45US1 operation manual DCA-45USI Engine Operating Panel

DCA-45USI — ENGINE OPERATING PANEL

The definitions below describe the controls and functions of the DCA-45USI "Engine Operating Panel" (Figure 6).

1.	Panel Light - Normally used in dark places or at night.
	When activated, panel will luminate. When the generator
	is not in use, turn the panel light switch to the OFF
	position.
2.	Panel Light Switch- When activated, will turn on control
	panel light.
3.	Oil Pressure Lamp - Indicates that the oil pressure is
	too low and will shut down the engine.
4.	Water Temperature Lamp - Indicates that the water
	temperature is too hot and will shut down the engine.
5.	Fuel FilterWater Level Alarm Lamp - This lamp turns
	on when water in the filter is detected. Drain the water
	in the fuel filter strainer to correct the problem.
6.	Pre-heat Lamp - This indicates when the engine has
	been preheated and is ready for starting.In cold weather
	conditions, it may be several minutes before the lamp
	illuminates.
7.	Fuel Leak Detected Alarm – This indicates that liquid
	is present in the fuel tank containment basin. Drain the
	containment basin and repair any leaks.
8.	Tachometer – Indicates engine speed in RPM’s for
	60 Hz operation.This meter should indicate 1800 RPM’s
	when the rated load is applied. In addition a built in hour
	meter will record the number of operational hours that
	the generator has been in use.
9.	Fuel Gauge - Indicates amount of diesel fuel available.
10.	Charging Ammeter Gauge – Indicates the current
	being supplied by the engine’s alternator which provides
	current for generator’s control circuits and battery	Figure 6. Engine Operating Panel
	charging system.

11.WaterTemperature Gauge – During normal operation this gauge be should read between 165o F to 203o F.

12.Oil Pressure Gauge – Normal operation should be about 28 to 71 psi. When starting the generator the oil pressure may read a bit higher, but after the engine warms up the oil pressure should return to normal.

13.Starter Switch – Three position switch, stop, preheat/run and start. Insert ignition key to start and stop engine.

DCA-45USI — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL (STD) — REV. #2 (04/22/05) — PAGE 23