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PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL
OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL
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MODEL DCA25USIXF
MODEL DCA25USI2XF
60 Hz GENERATOR
PARTS LIST NO. M1873400004A (DCA-25USI)
PARTS LIST NO. M1873400204A (DCA-25USI2)
Revision #2 (07/26/11)
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PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Diesel engine exhaust and some of PAGE 2 — DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (07/26/11)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRAWINGS WINGS WINGS WINGS WINGS DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF Generator Assembly .................................................. 52-53 60 HZ UL 60 HZ UL 60 HZ UL 60 HZ UL 60 HZ ULTRA-SILENT GENERA TRA-SILENT GENERA TRA-SILENT GENERA TRA-SILENT GENERA TRA-SILENT GENERATORS TORS TORS TORS TORS Control Box Assembly, DCA-25USI ..
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PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES Ordering parts has never been easier! Choose from three easy options: Effective: st January 1 , 2006 Best Deal! Order via Internet (Dealers Only): If you have an MQ Account, to obtain a Username Order parts on-line using Multiquip’s SmartEquip website! and Password, E-mail us at: parts@multiquip. com. ■ View Parts Diagrams To obtain an MQ Account, contact your ■ Order Parts District Sales Manager for more information. ■ Print Specification Information Use the inte
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SAFETY INFORMATION DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2XF— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the Potential hazards associated with the operation of this entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with understand the safety messages and operating instructions safety messages. could re
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SAFETY INFORMATION DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2XF— SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not GENERAL SAFETY recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage CAUTION to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective ALWAYS know the location of the nearest clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, fire extinguisher. hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective ALWAYS kno
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DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2XF— RULES FOR SAFE OPERA SAFETY INFORMATION TION ENGINE SAFETY NOTICE DANGER NEVER run engine without an air filter or with a dirty air filter. Severe engine damage may occur. Service air filter The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon frequently to prevent engine malfunction. monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can cause death if inhaled. NEVER tamper with the factory settings of the engine or engine governor. Damage The engine of this e
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SAFETY INFORMATION DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2XF— RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle FUEL SAFETY are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer “gross DANGER vehicle weight rating.” DO NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible ALWAYS inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. NEVER fluids. Diesel fuel is extremely flammable and its vapors tow a trailer with defective hitches, couplings, chains, etc. can cause an explosion if ignited. Che
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SAFETY INFORMATION DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2XF— RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Make sure power cables are securely connected to the ELECTRICAL SAFETY generator’s output receptacles. Incorrect connections DANGER may cause electrical shock and damage to the generator. DO NOT touch output terminals during operation. Contact with output terminals NOTICE during operation can cause electrocution, ALWAYS make certain that proper power or extension electrical shock or burn. cord has been selected for
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SAFETY INFORMATION DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2XF— RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION BATTERY SAFETY ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY DANGER NOTICE DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the Dispose of hazardous waste properly. battery will explode. Examples of potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters. DO NOT expose the battery to open flames, sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains DO NOT use food or plastic containers to combustible gases and liquids. If these disp
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SPECIFICATIONS DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2XF— RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Table 1. Generator Specifications MF odel DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2X Type Revolving field, self ventilated, open protected type synchronous generator Armature ConnectionSg tar with Neutral Zig Za Phase 3e Singl Standby Output2W 6.5 KVA (21.2 KW) 15.3 K 2W 5 KVA (20 KW) 14.4 K Prime Output Voltage2V 40V or 480V 240/120 Frequency 60 Hz Speed 1,800 rpm Power Factor 01 .8 Aux. AC Power Single Phase, 60 Hz Voltage 120 VAC 4.8 KW (2.4 KW x
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DIMENSIONS DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2XF— DIMENSIONS (TOP, SIDE AND FRONT) Figure 1. Dimensions TABLE 3. DIMENSIONS Reference Dr imension in. (mm.)R) eference Lette Dimension in. (mm. Letter A)2F 7.30 in. (695 mm. 86.20 in. (2,190 mm.) B)2G 5.59 in. (650 mm. 56.90 in. (1,445 mm.) C)2H 2.64 in. (575 mm. 31.10 in. (790 mm.) D) 24.80 in. (630 mm. E) 20.90 in. (530 mm. PAGE 12 — DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (07/26/11)
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DECALS 1 Figure 2. Generator Decals DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (07/26/11) — PAGE 13
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DECALS Figure 3. Generator Decals (Continued) PAGE 14 — DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (07/26/11)
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INSTALLATION Figure 4. Typical Generator Grounding Application 1 DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (07/26/11) — PAGE 15
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INSTALLATION Outdoor Installation Generator Grounding Install the generator in a area that is free of debris, To guard against electrical shock and possible damage to bystanders, and overhead obstructions. Make sure the the equipment, it is important to provide a good EARTH generator is on secure level ground so that it cannot slide or ground. shift around. Also install the generator in a manner so that Article 250 (Grounding) of the National Electrical Code (NEC) the exhaust will not be dischar
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GENERAL INFORMATION FAMILIARIZATION Open Delta Excitation System This generator is equipped with the state of the art "Open-Delta" Generator excitation system. The open delta system consist of an electrically The MQ Power DCA-25USIXF/DCA-25USI2XF Ultra-Silent independent winding wound among stationary windings of the AC generators (Figure 5) are 56 kW generators that are designed output section. as a high quality portable (requires a trailer for transport) power There are four connections of the
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COMPONENTS Table 4. Generator Major Components ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION 1 Muffler Assembly 2 Engine Assembly 3 Generator Assembly 4 Output Terminal Assembly 5 Fuel Tank Assembly Figure 5. Major Components 6Battery Assembly 7 Generator Control Panel Assembly 8 Engine Operating Panel Assembly PAGE 18 — DCA25USIXF/DCA25USI2XF — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (07/26/11)
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GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL Figure 6. Generator Control Panel Located behind the generator control panel is the Generator The definitions below describe the controls and functions of the "Generator Control Panel " (Figure 6). Control Box. This box contains some of the necessary electronic components required to make the genertator 1. Frequency Meter – Indicates the output frequency in function. hertz (Hz). Normally 60 Hz ±1 Hz. The “Control Box” is equipped with the following major 2. Voltage Re
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ENGINE OPERATING PANEL Figure 7. Engine Operating Panel The definitions below describe the controls and functions of 7. Charging Ammeter Gauge – Indicates the current being supplied by the engine’s alternator which provides the "Engine Operating Panel " (Figure 7). current for generator’s control circuits and battery 1. Panel Light - Normally used in dark places or at night. charging system. When activated, panel will luminate. When the generator is not in use, turn the panel light switch to
