Multiquip 60Hz Whisperwatt Generator DCA45USI2 - Manual (Page 34)

PAGE 34 — DCA45USI2 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/12/11)
GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE
BEFORE STARTING
1. Place the main, G.F.C.I., and aux. circuit breakers (Figure
36) in the OFF position prior to starting the engine.
Figure 36. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (OFF)
2. Make sure the voltage change-over board has been
confi gured for the desired output voltage.
3. Connect the load to the receptacles or the output
terminal lugs as shown in Figure 11. These load
connection points can be found on the output terminal
panel and the output terminal panel’s hard wire hookup
panel.
4. Tighten terminal nuts securely to prevent load wires
from slipping out.
5. Close all engine enclosure doors (Figure 37).
Figure 37. Engine Enclosure Doors
CAUTION
The engine’s exhaust contains harmful emissions.
ALWAYS have adequate ventilation when operating.
Direct exhaust away from nearby personnel.
WARNING
NEVER manually start the engine with the main, GFCI or
auxiliary circuit breakers in the ON (closed) position.
INCORRECT CORRECT
STARTING
1. Place the voltage selector switch in the desired
voltage position (Figure 38).
Figure 38. Voltage Selector Switch
STARTING (MANUAL)
1. Place the engine speed switch (Figure 39) in the LOW
(down) position.
Figure 39. Engine Speed Switch (Low)
2. Place the MPEC control switch in the MANUAL
position to start the engine (Figure 40).
Figure 40. MPEC Control Switch
(Manual Position)
3. Depending on the temperature of the coolant (cold
weather conditions), the pre-heat lamp (Figure 41) will
light (ON) and remain on until the pre-heating cycle has
been completed. After completion of the pre-heating
cycle, the light will go OFF and the engine will start up
automatically.
Figure 41. Pre-Heat Lamp
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