DCA-400SSV— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
WARNING - ROTATING PARTS
NEVER operate equipment with covers, or guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, hair and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury.
CAUTION - ACCIDENTAL STARTING
ALWAYS place the Engine ON/OFF switch in the OFF position and remove the ignition key when the pump is not in use.
CAUTION - OVER-SPEED CONDITIONS
NEVER tamper with the factory settings of the engine governor or settings. Personal injury and damage to the engine or equipment can result if operating in speed ranges above maximum allowable.
CAUTION - RESPIRATORY HAZARDS
ALWAYS wear approved respiratory protection.
CAUTION - SIGHT AND HEARING HAZARDS
ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection.
CAUTION - EQUIPMENT DAMAGE MESSAGES
Other important messages are provided throughout this manual to help prevent damage to your generator, other property, or the surrounding environment.
This generator, other property, or
NOTE the surrounding environment could be damaged if you do not follow instructions.
DCA-400SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (04/19/06) — PAGE 9
Model DCA-400SSV
Parts List NO. C3871301004
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Wilmington Ave Carson, CA
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Table of Contents
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Parts Ordering Procedures
DCA-400SSV- Specifications
DCA-400SSV- Dimensions TOP, Side and Front
You can be injured if you do not follow directions
DCA-400SSV- Safety Message Alert Symbols
This generator, other property, or
DCA-400SSV- Safety Message Alert Symbols
DCA-400SSV- Rules for Safe Operation
General Safety
Generator Grounding
Electrical Safety
Battery Safety
Maintenance Safety
Emergencies
Towing &Transporting Safety
Generator Decals
DCA-400SSV- Generator Decals
Generator Decals Cont inued
DCA-400SSV- Generator Decals
Typical Generator Grounding Application
DCA-400SSV- Installation
Indoor Installation
Outdoor Installation
When connecting the generator
Mounting
Engine Operating Panel
Generator
Generator Control Panel
Output Terminal Panel
Major Components
DCA-400SSV- Major Components
DCA-400SSV- Generator Control Panel
Pilot Lamp Indicates
Auto On/Off Engine Controller Mpec
DCA-400SSV- Generator Control Panel
DCA-400SSV- Engine Operating Panel
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Output Terminal Familiarization
DCA-400SSV- Output Terminal Panel Familiarization
F.C.I. Receptacle
120VAC Gfci Receptacles
Over Current Relay
Connecting Loads
Three Phase Load
Single Phase Load
DCA-400SSV- Load Application
Motors and motor-driven
Generator OutputVoltages
Voltage Change-Over Board
Generator Amperage
Change-Over Switch
How to Read the Output Terminal Gauge
DCA-400SSV- Generator OUTPUTS/ Gauge Reading
Maximum Amps
Uvwo Terminal Output Voltages
DCA-400SSV- Output Terminal Panel Connections
3Ø-240V Uvwo Terminal Output Voltages
1Ø-240V Uvwo Terminal Output Voltages
3Ø-480V Uvwo Terminal Output Voltages
1Ø-480V Uvwo Terminal Output Voltages
1Ø-277V Uvwo Terminal Output Voltages
Circuit Breakers
DCA-400SSV- PRE-SETUP
Lubrication Oil
Fuel Check
Refueling
Refueling Procedure
Air Cleaner Fan Belt Tension
Cleaning the Radiator
Coolant Antifreeze/Summer Coolant/Water
Operation FreezingWeather
Battery Cable Installation
Battery
Wiring
Alternator
Before Starting
Place the engine speed switch in the LOW down position
Engines exhaust contains harmful emissions
Direct exhaust away from nearby personnel
No Load
Coolant Temperature Gauge
Starting Auto Mode
Place the engine speed switch in the High position
Place the Mpec Control Switch in the Auto position
Emergency Shutdown Procedure
Normal Shutdown Procedure
General Inspection Air Cleaner
DCA-400SSV- Maintenance
Air Cleaner with Dust Indicator
Air filter should not be
Cleaning Inside the Fuel Tank
Service Daily
Cleaning the Fuel Strainer
Fuel Addition
Air Removal
Radiator Cleaning
Check Oil Level
Replacing Oil Filter
To ensure adequate starting
Battery Charger JacketWater Heater Power Connections
DCA-400SSV-TRAILER Maintenance
Trailer Maintenance
Coupler Type of hitch used on the trailer for towing
Brake Adjustment
DCA-400SSV-TRAILER Maintenance
Brakes
Check the wheel and drum for free rotation
Tires/Wheels/Lug Nuts
TireWear/Inflation
Suspension
Start all wheel lug nuts by hand
Lug Nut Torque Requirements
DCA-400SSV-TRAILERWIRING Diagram
DCA-400SSV- Generatorwiring Diagram
DCA-400SSV Enginewiring Diagram S/N 3722759 and below
DCA-400SSV Enginewiring Diagram S/N 3722760 and Above
Generator Troubleshooting
DCA-400SSV-TROUBLESHOOTING Generator
DCA-400SSV-TROUBLESHOOTING Engine Controller
Example Error Code
DCA-400SSV-TROUBLESHOOTING Diagnostic Lamp
Method of Operation
For a complete understanding
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DCA-400SSV- Explanation of Code in Remarks Column
Sample Parts List
RING, SENSOR, Coolant Temp
Part number on this Suggested Spare Parts list
Sensor OIL, Pressure & Temp
RING, Sensor OIL, Pressure & Temp
Generator Assy
DCA-400SSV- Generator Assy
Rotor Assy Field Assy
Balancing Weight KIT
Resistor 80W 300K
RECTIFIER, RM50TC-24
Generator ASSY.
DCA-400SSV- Generator ASSY.
Coupling Adapter
Suction Cover
SPACER, Bearing
BEARING, 6208ZZ
Engine Operating Panel Assy
DCA-400SSV- Engine Operating Panel Assy
Alarm Lamp
Engine Speed Switch
COVER, AIR Cleaner
Operating Panel
Control BOX Assy
DCA-400SSV- Control BOX Assy
Switch Bracket
TIMER, DC/AC24V
Control BOX
Circuit BREAKER, 1000A
Control BOX ASSY.
DCA-400SSV- Control BOX ASSY.
DCA-400SSV- Control BOX ASSY.
Engine and Radiator Assy
DCA-400SSV- Engine and Radiator Assy
Connector
AIR CLEANER, Complete
Includes Items W
Engine Foot
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GASKET, OIL Temperature
SENSOR, OIL Temperature
Plug
Ring
Output Terminal Assy
DCA-400SSV- Outputterminal Assy
Circuit BREAKER, 20A
Output Terminal
Circuit BREAKER, 50A
BRACKET, Circuit Breaker
Battery Assy
DCA-400SSV- Battery Assy
Battery Sheet
Battery
Battery Band
Battery Bolt
Muffler Assy
DCA-400SSV- Muffler Assy
Muffler
Exhaust Pipe
Seal Clamp
Fuel Tank Assy
DCA-400SSV- Fueltank Assy
CAP, Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank
KEY
Fuel Filter
Enclosure #1 Assy
DCA-400SSV- Enclosure #1 Assy
Floor Panel
Base
Front Frame
Lining
DCA-400SSV- Enclosure #2 Assy
Louver Panel
Rear Frame
COVER, Rear Frame
Duct Cover
Enclosure #2 ASSY.
DCA-400SSV- Enclosure #2 ASSY.
STOPPER, Door
Stay
Hinge
Stopper
Enclosure #3 Assy
DCA-400SSV- Enclosure #3 Assy
Side Panel
Splasher Panel
Duct
Side Door
DCA-400SSV- Enclosure #3 ASSY.
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Rubber Seals Assy
DCA-400SSV- Rubber Seals Assy
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Nameplate and Decals Assy
DCA-400SSV- Nameplate and Decals Assy
Control BOX Group
Name Plate Assy
Engine & Radiator Group
Engine Operating Panel Group
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Name Plate and Decals Assy
Battery Group
Muffler Group
Fuel Tank Group
Terms and Conditions of Sale Parts
DCA-400SSV- Operation and Parts Manual REV. #0 04/19/06
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