Multiquip M2870300504 DCA-70SSIU 60 Hz Generator START-UP Procedure Manual, Before Starting

DCA-70SSIU (60 Hz) — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE (MANUAL)

Before Starting

CAUTION - LETHAL EXHAUST HAZARD

The engine's exhaust contains harmful emissions.

ALWAYS have adequate ventilation when operating.

Direct exhaust away from nearby personnel.

WARNING - STARTINGTHE GENERATOR

NEVER! manually start the engine with the main, GFCI or auxiliary circuit breakers in the ON (closed) position.

1.Place the main, G.F.C.I., and aux. circuit breakers (Figure 39) in the OFF position prior to starting the engine.

Figure 39. Main, Aux. and GFCI

Circuit Breakers (OFF)

2.Connect the load to the receptacles or the Output Terminal Lugs as shown in Figure 13. These load connection points can be found on the output terminal panel and the output terminal panel’s hard wire hookup panel.

3.The output terminal lugs are protected by a plastic cover. Remove this cover to gain access to the terminals. Tighten terminal nuts securely to prevent load wires from slipping out.

4.Close all engine enclosure doors (Figure 40).

5.Place the voltage selector switch in the desired voltage position (Figure 41).

Figure 41. Voltage

Selector Switch

6.Press and hold the pre-heat button (Figure 42) for at least 5 seconds to warm the engine glow plugs.

Figure 42. Pre-Heat Button

7.Verify that the pre-heat lamp (Figure 43) is lit.The lamp will turn off when the engine has started.

Figure 43. Pre-Heat Lamp

Starting (Manual)

8.Once the engine glow plugs have been warmed, place the MPEC Control Switch in the MANUAL position to start the engine (Figure 44).

Figure 44. MPEC Control Switch

(Manual Position)

9.Once the engine starts, let the engine run for 1-2 minutes. Listen for any abnormal noises. If any abnormalities exists shutdown the engine and correct the problem.

Figure 40. Engine Enclosure Doors

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