Multiquip DCA-400SPK PRE-SETUP, General Inspection Prior to Operation, Extension Cable

General Inspection Prior to Operation

The DCA-400SPK generator has been thoroughly inspected and accepted prior to shipment from the factory. However, be sure to check for damaged parts or components, or loose nuts and bolts, which could have occurred in transit.

Extension Cable

When electric power is to be provided to various tools or loads at some distance from the generator, extension cords are normally used. Cables should be sized to allow for distance in length and amperage so that the voltage drop between the generator and point of use (load) is held to a minimum. Use the Cable Selection Guide (Table 10) as a guide for selecting proper cable size.

DCA-400SPK — PRE-SETUP

Circuit Breakers

To protect the generator from an overload, a 3-pole,1060 amp, main circuit breaker is provided to protect the UVW output terminals from overload. In addition two single-pole, 20 amp GFCI circuit breakers are provided to protect the GFCI receptacles from overload. Three 50 amp load circuit breakers have also been provided to protect the load side of the generator from overload. Make sure to switch ALL circuit breakers to the "OFF" position prior to starting the engine.

NOTE

ALWAYS consult with a licensed electrician for correct extension cord wire size.

Table 10. Cable Selection (60 Hz, Single Phase Operation)

Current	Load In Watts		Maximum Allowable Cable Length
		At
in	At 120
Amperes		240	#10 Wire	#12 Wire	#14 Wire	#16 Wire
	Volts
		Volts
2.5	300	600	1000 ft.	600 ft.	375 ft.	250 ft.
5	600	1200	500 ft.	300 ft.	200 ft.	125 ft.
7.5	900	1800	350 ft.	200 ft.	125 ft.	100 ft.
10	1200	2400	250 ft.	150 ft.	100 ft.
15	1800	3600	150 ft.	100 ft.	65 ft.
20	2400	4800	125 ft.	75 ft.	50 ft.
CAUTION: Equipment damage can result from low voltage.

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