Multiquip dca45ssiu4 Generator Start-Up Procedure, Engine Speed Switch High, Oil Pressure Gauge

GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE

4.Once the engine starts, let the engine run for 1-2 minutes. Listen for any abnormal noises. If any abnormalities exist, shut down the engine and correct the problem. If the engine is running smoothly, place the engine speed switch (Figure 42) in the HIGH (up) position.

8.The engine oil pressure gauge (Figure 47) will indicate the oil pressure of the engine. Under normal operating conditions the oil pressure is approximately 42 to 71 psi. (290~490 kPa).

Figure 42. Engine Speed Switch (High)

5.The generator’s frequency meter (Figure 43) should be displaying the 60 cycle output frequency in HERTZ.

Figure 47. Oil Pressure Gauge

9.The coolant temperature gauge (Figure 48) will indicate the coolant temperature. Under normal operating conditions the coolant temperature should be between 167°~203°F (75°~95°C) (Green Zone).

Figure 43. Frequency Meter

6.The generator’s AC-voltmeter (Figure 44) will display the generator’s output in VOLTS. If the voltage is not within the specified tolerance, use the voltage adjustment control knob (Figure 45) to increase or decrease the desired voltage.

Figure 48. Coolant Temperature Gauge

10.The tachometer gauge (Figure 49) will indicate the speed of the engine when the generator is operating. Under normal operating conditions this speed is approximately 1800 RPM’s.

Figure 44. Voltmeter

Figure 49. Engine Tachometer Gauge

Figure 45. Voltage Adjust Control Knob

7.The ammeter (Figure 46) will indicate zero amps with no load applied. When a load is applied, the ammeter will indicate the amount of current that the load is drawing from the generator.

Figure 46. Ammeter (No Load)

DCA45SSIU4 60 hz Generator • operation and parts manual — rev. #1 (10/24/13) — page 35