DCA-15SPX3 — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE

11.If there are no abnormal problems shown on the engine indicator, turn both the MAIN and GFCI circuit breakers to their ON position (Figure 26).

CIRCUIT BREAKER

CIRCUIT BREAKER

MAIN

GFI RECEPTACLE

ONON

Figure 26. Main and GFCI Circuit Breakers

12.Observe the generator's ammeter (Figure 27) and verify that it reads the anticipated amount of current with respect to the load. Remember the ammeter will only display a current reading if the load is in use.

40

2060

0

75

A

Engine Shutdown

To shutdown the generator use the following procedure:

1.Place both the MAIN and GFCI circuit breakers to the "OFF position"

2.Turn the engine throttle lever to the left and push in to decrease the engine speed.

3.Let the engine run 3-5 minutes with no load applied.

4.Turn the key to the left to stop the engine (Figure 28).

Figure 28. Ignition Switch (STOP)

5. Remove the load from the UNV terminal strip (Figure 14).

Figure 27. Ammeter (Load)

13.The generator will run until manually stopped or an abnormal condition occurs.

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DCA-15SPX3 specifications

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