Multiquip Whisperwatt 60 Hz Generator DCA-15SPXU4 - Manual (Page 27)

DCA-15SPXU4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/31/11) — PAGE 27
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DCA-15SPXU4 — SETUP
Figure 17. Engine Oil Dipstick
When checking the engine oil, be sure to check if the oil is
clean. If the oil is not clean, drain the oil by removing the oil
drain plug, and refill with the specified amount of oil as outlined
in the Isuzu Engine Owner's Manual. Oil should be warm
before draining.
Other types of motor oils may be substituted if they meet
the following requirements:
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ API Service Classification CC/SC
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ API Service Classification CC/SD
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ API Service Classification CC/SE
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ API Service Classification CC/SF
Circuit Breakers
To protect the generator from an overload, a 3-pole, 70 amp,
main circuit breaker is provided to protect the U,N,and V
OUTPUT TERMINALs from overload.. In addition a two-pole,
50 amp
CS6369 circuit breaker is provided to protect the
CS6369 receptacle from overload. Make sure to switch ALL
circuit breakers to the OFF position prior to starting the engine.
Lubrication Oil
Fill the engine crankcase with lubricating oil through the filler
hole, but DO NOT overfill. Make sure the generator is level.
and verify that the oil level is maintained between the two
notches (Figure 17) on the dipstick. See Table 8 for proper
selection of engine oil.
Figure 18. Internal Fuel Tank System
Refilling the Fuel System
Fuel Check
This generator has an internal fuel tank located inside the
trailer frame and may also be equipped with an optional
environmental fuel tank (Figure 18).
ALWAYS fill the fuel
tanks with clean fresh #2 diesel fuel. DO NOT fill the fuel
tanks beyond their capacities.
Pay attention to the fuel tank capacity when replenishing
fuel.The fuel tank cap must be closed tightly after filling.
Handle fuel in a safety container. If the container does not
have a spout, use a funnel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
immediately.
ONLY properly trained personel who have read and
understand this section should refill the fuel tank system.
CAUTION - REFUELING THE GENERATOR
Fuel spillage on a hot engine can cause a fire or explosion.
If fuel spillage occurs, wipe up the spilled fuel completely
to prevent fire hazards. NEVER smoke around or near the
generator.
DANGER - EXPLOSION/FIRE HAZARDS
-40
-30
-10
-20
-22
-40
-4
-14
0 32
50
68
86
104
122
10
20
30
40
50
F C
10W40
30
ARCTIC
O
IL
5W30
10W/40
15W30
10W30
10W
20W40
OIL: SAE
Table 8. Recommended Motor Oil
ENVIRONMENTAL
FUEL TANK
(OPTION)
WHISPERWATT 15 MQPOWER