Multiquip DCA45SSIU4 - Manual (Page 35)

DCa45SSIU4 60 hz generator • operatIon anD partS manUal — rev. #1 (10/24/13) — page 35
generatOr start-up prOceDure
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
the problem. If the engine is running smoothly, place
the engine speed switch (Figure 42) in the HIGH (up)
position.
Figure 42. Engine Speed Switch (High)
5. The generator’s frequency meter (Figure 43) should be
displaying the 60 cycle output frequency in hertz.
Figure 43. Frequency Meter
6. The generator’s AC-voltmeter (Figure 44) will display
the generator’s output in voltS. If the voltage is not
within the specified tolerance, use the voltage
adjustment control knob (Figure 45) to increase or
decrease the desired voltage.
Figure 44. Voltmeter
Figure 45. Voltage Adjust Control Knob
7. The ammeter (Figure 46) will indicate zero amps with
no load applied. When a load is applied, the ammeter
will indicate the amount of current that the load is
drawing from the generator.
Figure 46. Ammeter (No Load)
8. The engine oil pressure gauge (Figure 47) will indicate
the oil pressure of the engine. Under normal operating
conditions the oil pressure is approximately 42 to 71
psi. (290~490 kPa).
Figure 47. Oil Pressure Gauge
9. The coolant temperature gauge (Figure 48) will
indicate the coolant temperature. Under normal
operating conditions the coolant temperature should
be between 167°~203°F (75°~95°C) ( Green Zone).
Figure 48. Coolant Temperature Gauge
10. The tachometer gauge (Figure 49) will indicate the
speed of the engine when the generator is operating.
Under normal operating conditions this speed is
approximately 1800 RPM’s.
Figure 49. Engine Tachometer Gauge