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PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL
OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL
TM
WHISPERWATT SERIES
MODEL DCA-20SPX
60 Hz GENERATOR
PARTS LIST NO. B1871302604
Revision #2 (04/14/10)
THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY
THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Diesel engine exhaust and some of PAGE 2 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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NOTE PAGE 1 DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 3
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TABLE OF CONTENTS MQ POWER DCA-20SPX MQ POWER DCA-20SPX MQ POWER DCA-20SPX MQ POWER DCA-20SPX MQ POWER DCA-20SPX COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRAWINGS WINGS WINGS WINGS WINGS TM TM TM TM TM WHISPER WHISPER WHISPER WHISPER WHISPERW W W W WA A A A ATT TT TT TT TT GENERATOR GENERATOR GENERATOR GENERATOR GENERATOR Generator Assembly .................................................. 56-57 Engine Operating Panel Assembly ............................ 58-59 Californ
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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 interne
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DCA-20SPX — SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. Generator Specifications MX odel DCA-20SP Revolving field, self ventilated, open protected type synchronous Type generator Armature Connection Series Single Phase 3-Wire Phase Standby Output 22 KW (27.5 KVA) Prime Output 20 KW (25 KVA) Voltage 240V/120 Frequency 60 Hz Speed 1800 rpm Power Factor 1.0 Aux. AC Power Single Phase, 60 Hz 120 V Voltage Output 4.8 KW (2.4 KW x 2) Table 2. Engine Specifications Model IZUZU AA-4LE2 Type 4 Cycle, water-cooled, direct in
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DCA-20SPX — DIMENSIONS (TOP, SIDE AND FRONT) Figure 1. Dimensions TABLE 3. DIMENSIONS Reference Dr imension ft. (mm.)R) eference Lette Dimension ft. (mm. Letter A)2F 1.06 in. (535 mm. 72.83 in. (1,850 mm.) B)2G 1.06 in. (535 mm. 39.37 in. (1,000 mm.) C)2H 4.21 in. (615 mm. 29.53 in. (750 mm.) D) 26.38 in. (670 mm. E) 25.00 in. (635 mm. 1 DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 7
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DCA-20SPX — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! HAZARD SYMBOLS Potential hazards associated with the operation of this Safety precautions should be followed at all times when equipment will be referenced with "Hazard Symbols" which operating this equipment. Failure to read and understand the appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced in Safety Messages and Operating Instructions could result in conjunction with Safety "Message Alert Symbols". injur
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DCA-20SPX — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS WARNING - ROTATING PARTS CAUTION - RESPIRATORY HAZARDS NEVER operate equipment with covers, ALWAYS wear approved respiratory or guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, protection. hair and clothing away from all moving parts to prevent injury. CAUTION - ACCIDENTAL STARTING CAUTION - SIGHT AND HEARING HAZARDS ALWAYS place the engine ON/OFF ALWAYS wear approved eye and switch (MPEC) in the OFF/RESET hearing protection. position when the generator is not in us
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DCA-20SPX — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not DANGER - READ THIS MANUAL! recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. serious injury or even DEATH! This equipment is to be ■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust operated by trained and qualified personnel only! This manifold, muffler or cylinder. equipment is for industrial use only. Allow these p
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DCA-20SPX — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety Maintenance Safety precautions and operation techniques before using NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running generators. machine. NEVER leave the generator unattended, turn off engine when High Temperatures – Always stop engine and unattended. allow the engine to cool before adding fuel, oil Unauthorized equipment modifications will void all warranties. or performing service and
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DCA-20SPX — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Battery Safety WARNING - BURN HAZARDS Use the following guidelines when handling the battery: To prevent burns, DO NOT touch or open any of the below ■ The battery contains acids that can mentioned components while the engine is cause injury to the eyes and skin. To running or immediately after operations. avoid eye irritation, always wear safety Always allow sufficient time for the engine glasses. and generator to cool before performing ■ Use well insulated
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DCA-20SPX — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER-Electrocution Hazards Electrocution Hazards Electrocution Hazards Electrocution Hazards Electrocution Hazards DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER-Lethal Exhaust Gas Hazards Lethal Exhaust Gas Hazards Lethal Exhaust Gas Hazards Lethal Exhaust Gas Hazards Lethal Exhaust Gas Hazards During operation of this generation, there Engine exhaust gases contain exists the possibility of electrocution, poisonous carbon monoxide. This gas
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DCA-20SPX — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ DOT Requirements include the following: If your generator is trailer mounted, please Connect and test electric brake operation. read the towing and safety requirements Secure portable power cables in cable tray with tie listed below. wraps. ■ The maximum speed for highway towing is 55 MPH Towing and Transporting Safety unless posted otherwise. Recommended off-road towing is not to exceed 15 MPH or less depending on type of To reduce the possibility of
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DCA-20SPX — GENERATOR DECALS The DCA-20SPX generator is equipped with a number of safety decals (Figures 2 and 3). These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below and on the preceding page show the decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer. Figure 2. Generator Decals PAGE 16 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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DCA-20SPX — GENERATOR DECALS Figure 3. Generator Decals (Cont inued) 1 DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 17
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DCA-20SPX — INSTALLATION Figure 4. Typical Generator Grounding Application PAGE 18 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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DCA-20SPX — 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 no
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DCA-20SPX — GENERAL INFORMATION Open Delta Excitation System DCA-20SPX Whisperwatt™ Series Familiarization The DCA-20SPX generator is equipped with the state of the Generator art "Open-Delta" excitation system. The open delta system The MQ Power Model DCA-20SPX is a 20 kW generator consist of an electrically independent winding wound among (Figure 5) that is designed as a high quality portable (requires stationary windings of the AC output section. a trailer for transport) power source for telec
