Multiquip DCA500SSK - Manual (Page 49)

DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 49
WARNING:
Before Starting
Engine
1. Check the lubricating oil level prior to starting the engine.
Make sure the generator is level. The oil level must be
maintained between two notches on the dipstick.
2. When there is not enough lubricating oil, fill the crankcase
with high grade motor oil. Use a high quality detergent
oil classified CC or higher (See Table 9 on page 41).
3. Check the coolant level in the radiator and subtank.
Replenish with antifreeze as necessary. Always maintain
the coolant level between the FULL and LOW markings
on the coolant container. Be sure the radiator cap is
fastened securely.
4. Check the fuel level on the fuel gauge. If fuel is low, fill
the fuel tank with clean fresh diesel fuel. If diesel spillage
occurs, completely wipe up the spilled fuel immediately.
Before Starting
Generator and Control Panel
CAUTION:
1. Be sure to disconnect the electrical load and switch the
MAIN LO MAIN LO MAIN LO MAIN LO MAIN LOAD AD AD AD AD and G.F G.F G.F G.F G.F.C .C .C .C .C.I. .I. .I. .I. .I. circuit breakers (Figure 31)
to the “OFF” position prior to starting the engine.
NEVER start the engine with the
main,
main, main, main, main, GFCI GFCI GFCI GFCI GFCI or load load load load load circuit breakers
in the ON position.
The engine's exhaust contains harmful
emissions. A L
A L A L A L A LW W W W WA A A A AYS YS YS YS YS ventilate the
exhaust when operating inside tunnels,
excavations or buildings. Direct exhaust
away from nearby personnel.
Figure 31. Main, GFCI and
Load Circuit Breakers
DCA-500SSK — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE (MANUAL)
2. Connect the load to the UVW terminals as shown in
Figure 32. These terminals can be found on the output
terminal panel, see page 37, Figure 14. To gain
access to the output terminals lift the UVW cover.
Tighten the terminal nuts securely to prevent load
wires from slipping out.
Figure 32. UVW Terminal Lugs (Load)
NEGA
TIVE
POSTIVE
BATTER
Y
3. Connect the negative battery cable (BLACK) to the
negative post on the battery (Figure 33).
Figure 33. Battery Connections