Multiquip DCA20SPXU2D - Manual (Page 30)

PAGE 30 — DCA20SPXU2D 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (03/25/11)
GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE (MANUAL)
BEFORE STARTING
1. Place the main, G.F.C.I., and aux. circuit breakers
(Figure 25) in the OFF position prior to starting the
engine.
Figure 25. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (OFF)
2. Connect the load to the receptacles or the output
terminal lugs as shown in Figure 12. These load
connection points can be found on the output terminal
panel and the output terminal panel’s hard wire hookup
panel.
3. Tighten terminal nuts securely to prevent load wires
from slipping out.
4. Close all engine enclosure doors (Figure 26).
Figure 26. 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 (MANUAL)
1. Place the control power switch on the control panel
(Figure 27) in the ON position.
Figure 27. Control Power Switch
2. Press the RUN button (Figure 28) on the controller to
start the engine.
Figure 28. Run Button
3. Once the engine starts, let the engine run for 1-2
minutes. At temperatures below freezing, this time
period must be extended to 2-4 minutes.
4. Listen for any abnormal noises. If any abnormalities
exist, shut down the engine and correct the problem.
5. Using the controller display, verify that the no-load
frequency and speed is approximately 62.5 Hz (1875
rpm).
6. Place the main, G.F.C.I., and aux. circuit breakers
(Figure 29) in the ON position. Voltage is now available
at the output terminals and receptacles.
Figure 29. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (ON)
RUN