DCA-800SSK — GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL
The definitions below describe the controls and functions of the
1.Circuit Breaker OFF lamp - This indicates the main circuit breaker is "OFF" and the generator is unable to supply power to the load.
2.Circuit Breaker ON lamp - This indicates the main circuit breaker is in "ON" and the generator is able to supply power to the load.
3.Circuit Breaker Reset Switch - This button will turn off the circuit breaker.
4.Circuit Breaker Switch - This button will turn on the main circuit breaker.
5.Pilot Lamp – Indicates that the generator is working properly.
6.Panel Light – Normally used in dark areas or at night time. When activated, panel lights will illuminate. When lit this light will make it easier to read the meters and gauges. When the generator is not in use be sure to turn the panel light switch to the OFF position.
7.Frequency Meter - Indicates the output frequency in hertz (Hz).Typical reading is 60Hz.
8.AC Ammeter - Indicates the amount of current the load is drawing from the generator.
9.ACVoltmeter - Indicates the single phase output voltage present at the UVW terminals.
10.Voltage Regulator Control – Allows manual adjustment of the generator’s output voltage.
11.Ammeter
12.Voltmeter
13.Panel Light Switch - When activated will turn on control panel light.
14.Engine Controller
During cranking cycle , The engine controller will attempt to crank the engine for 10 seconds before disengaging.
If the engine does not engage (start) by the third attempt, the engine will be shutdown by the engine controller's " Over Crank Protection" mode. If the engine engages at a speed (RPM's) that is not safe, the controller will shutdown the engine by initializing the "Over Speed Protection" mode.
Also the engine controller will shutdown the generator in the event of low oil pressure, high coolant temperature, low coolant level, and loss of magnetic pickup. These conditions can be observed by monitoring the LED status indicators on the front of the engine controller module.
A.Off/ Manual/ Auto Switch – This switch controls the running of the generator. If this switch is left in the "OFF" position, the generator will not run. When this switch is set to the manual position, the generator will start immediately.
If the generator is to be connected to a building's AC power source via a transfer switch (isolation), place the switch in the auto position. In this position the generator will monitor the AC line output from the building's power source.
B.Low Oil Pressure – Indicates the engine pressure has fallen below 15 psi. The oil pressure is detected using variable resistive values from the oil pressure sending unit. This is considered a major fault.
C.High Coolant Temperature – Indicates the engine temperature has exceeded 215°F. The engine temperature is detected using variable resistive values from the temperature sending unit.This is considered a major fault.
D.Overcrank Shutdown – Indicates the unit has attempted to be started a pre- programmed number of times, and has failed to start. The number of cycles and duration are programmable. Typical programmable start settings is 3 cycles with a 10 second duration .This is considered a major fault.
E.Overspeed Shutdown – Indicates that the engine is running at an unsafe speed. This is considered a major fault.
F.Engine Running – Indicates that engine is running at a safe operating speed.
15.Throttle Lever (Up to S/N 3699247) - This handle controls the speed of the engine (low or high).
