Multiquip SDW225SS - Manual (Page 17)

SDW-225SS WELDER/GENERATOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (10/07/05) — PAGE 17
Figure 2. SDW-225SS Components 1
SDW-225SS — CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Figures 2 and 3 show the location of the controls and indicators.
The functions of each control or indicator is described below
and on the preceding page.
1. Fuel Gauge – Indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
2. Air Outlet and Exhaust – Allows engine exhaust to exit
the generator into the open air. NEVER block this opening.
3. Fuel Cap – Remove this cap to add fuel. Add only #2
diesel fuel . Always keep an adequate amount of fuel in
the tank. DO NOT top off. Wipe up any spilled fuel
immediately.
4. Lifting Hook – Use this hook to lift the generator.
5. Engine Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from
entering the fuel system. Lift locking latch on air filter
cannister to gain access to filter element.
6. Overflow Bottle – Supplies coolant to the radiator when
radiator coolant level is low. Fill to indicated level as shown
on bottle.
7. Engine Oil Filler Port – Remove this cap to add engine
oil. Use only recommended type oil. See table 3.
8. Coolant Drain Plug – Remove this plug to drain coolant
from the radiator.
9. Oil Drain Plug – Remove this plug to drain oil from the
engine.
10. Automatic Speed Control Solenoid – Automatically
returns the engine speed to idle when no load is present.
11. Battery Terminals – Connect these terminals to the battery.
Always pay close attention to the polarity of the terminals
when connecting to the battery, RED (positive), and BLACK
(negative).
12. Fuel Filter – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering
the fuel system. Change fuel filter as recommended in the
maintenance section of this manual.
13. Air Inlet Vent – Allows outside air to enter the generator.
NEVER block this opening.
14. Battery – Provides 12 VDC power for the generator. When
replacing battery (12V 35 AH) use only recommended type
battery.
15. G.F.C.I Ground Terminal – Use this terminal to connect
external equipment grounds so that the GFCI receptacle
will have a ground path.
16. Fuel Tank – Holds 6.6 gallons (25 liters) of diesel fuel.