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OPERATION MANUAL MODEL DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR (KUBOTA D902E4BWDDE2 DIESEL ENGINE) Revision #0 (03/14/18) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20590 You can also obtain information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 3...
❒ NOTICE All orders are treated as Standard Orders and will ship the same day if received prior to 3PM PST. WE ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS! DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 5...
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or MODERATE INJURY. Pacemaker Hazards NOTICE Addresses practices not related to personal injury. Implant Hazards Flying Sparks Hazards Fire Hazards Electric Shock Hazards PAGE 6 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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Also, know the phone numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fi re department. This information will be invaluable in the case of an emergency. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 7...
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DO NOT use welder-generator to thaw frozen pipes. Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at contact tip when not in use. PAGE 8 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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ALWAYS store welder-generator properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children and unauthorized personnel. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 9...
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This can take several hours to burn off the accumulated unburned fuel. PAGE 10 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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NOTICE ALWAYS make certain that proper power or extension cord has been selected for the job. See Cable Selection Chart in this manual. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 11...
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ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the battery is not charged, combustible gas will build up. ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration of combustible gasses. PAGE 12 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
When the life cycle of this equipment is over, remove battery (if equipped) and bring to appropriate facility for lead reclamation. Use safety precautions when handling batteries that contain sulfuric acid. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 13...
Refer to Table 3 for simultaneous use of AC power and DC welding. DO NOT overload unit when AC and DC voltages are used simultaneous. Main circuit breaker will trip when overload condition exist. PAGE 14 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
IF THE WELDER-GENERATOR IS PROVIDING ELECTRIC POWER TO A BUILDING VIA A TRANSFER SWITCH IT MUST BE CONNECTED GROUND CABLE TO A GROUND ROD. REFERENCE NEC 250 Figure 3. Welder-Generator Grounding Application PAGE 18 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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Electric shock can occur when vibrators electrician. are used. Pay close attention to handling when operating vibrators and always use rubber boots and gloves to insulate the body from a short circuit. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 19...
NEVER block this 8. Fuel Drain Plug – Remove this plug to drain fuel from opening. fuel tank Reference Table 4 for fuel tank capacity. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 23...
Use only the recommended oil type. See Table 4 for engine oil capacity. 5. Oil Filter — Spin-on type, filters oil contaminants. Replace filter as recommended in the maintenance section of this manual. PAGE 24 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
Loosen clips on side of air filter canister to gain access to filter element. Replace with manufacturer's recommended type air cleaner only. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 25...
LEDs indicating the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. 10. Single/Dual Selector Switch – Place this switch in the desired welding mode. DO NOT switch under load. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 27...
10. Starter Switch — Place ignition key in RUN position, then press engine start button to start engine. 4. Time Regulator Control – Indicates the amount of PAGE 28 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
The fuel tank cap must be closed tightly after filling. Handle fuel in a safety container. If the container does not have a spout, use a funnel. Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 29...
When the antifreeze is mixed with water, the antifreeze mixing ratio must be less than 50%. NEVER place hands near the belts or fan while the welder-generator set is running. PAGE 30 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
The possibility exists of electrical shock or short circuit which could cause a fire resulting in severe bodily harm and damage to the Figure 14. Battery equipment. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 31...
Figure 19. Circuit Breakers 2. Place the fuel valve lever (Figure 20) in the ON position. FUEL VALVE LEVER Figure 23. Ignition Key (RUN Position) Figure 20. Fuel Valve Lever (ON) PAGE 34 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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(noise), oil leakage, fuel leakage, cooling water leakage and air leakage. Also, verify if any alarm lights are lit. If any abnormal conditions exits, turn the engine OFF and correct the problem. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 35...
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In addition this control can be used to fine tune the arc based on the specific application being used. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 37...
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Figure 40. Current/Voltage Regulator Control Knob (Voltage Adjust) 5. The selected voltage will be displayed on the DC weld Figure 39. E-Mode Selector Switch (CV Mode) meter (Figure 41). PAGE 38 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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AC Load Lamp – If lamp is blinking, indicates that the ON/OFF power switch of a power tool connected to the Figure 44. Time Regulator GFCI receptacle has been left in the ON position. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 39...
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CLAMP HOLDER the work surface. ENGINE RESTART TAP #2 WORK WORK WORK Figure 46. Restart Signal (Welder Side) PAGE 40 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
Figure 49. E-Mode Selector Switch EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE (Variable/Low Position) Place the ignition key (Figure 50) in the STOP position. 3. Let the engine run at idle speed for 5 minutes. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 41...
Do not make any modification, changes or remove the emission control system and related parts. Please contact your nearest dealer or Multiquip Service Dept. for SCR maintenance. Use fully formulated antifreeze/coolant. Replace primary air filter element when restriction indicator shows a vacuum of 625 mm (25 in. H PAGE 42 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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(not to exceed 30 psi (207 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm ) through the filter element from the inside out. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 43...
For composite oil pans always install a new o-ring. (500 PPM) or Ultra CF, CF-4, CG-4, CH-4 or CI-4 Low Sulfur Fuel Sulfer Content < 0.0015% (15 PPM) PAGE 44 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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Top off the oil to the upper limit on the dipstick. Figure 57. Draining Radiator Coolant 3. Check hoses for softening and kinks. Check clamps for signs of leakage. 4. Remove and inspect radiator cap. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 45...
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DO NOT remove the radiator cap Figure 58. Radiator Cleaning until the unit has completely cooled. The possibility of hot! coolant exists which can cause severe burns. PAGE 46 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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1. Place fuel valve lever (Figure 61) in the CLOSED position. Figure 61. Fuel Valve Lever (CLOSED) DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 47...
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Hand-tighten only. Figure 63. Engine Stop Lever 6. Remove the air from the fuel system. Reference the Kubota Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Bleeding the Fuel System". PAGE 48 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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2. Place the main circuit breaker, CB1 (Figure 65) in the ON position. 40 A AC220V 25kA 40 A AC220V 25kA Figure 68. Circuit Breaker OFF (GFCI Test) Figure 65. Main Circuit Breaker ON (GFCI Test) DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 49...
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It is recommended that the GFCI sensing module be TEST tested when the welder-generator is initially uncrated. BUTTON RESET Then, the module should be tested daily at startup. BUTTON Figure 73. GFCI Receptacle Test PAGE 50 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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Figure 74. DC Weld Meter Error Codes either of these fuses are blown, check the wiring to determine if an electrical short circuit exists. Correct the problem before installing new fuses. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 51...
ROTATION SENSOR GEARED MOTOR RESISTOR R2 A, B RESISTOR R4 A, B RESISTOR RELAY SOCKET OVER CURRENT RELAY TERMINAL BOARD GROUND TERMINAL FOR GFCI GFCI SENSING MODULE DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 53...
GEARED MOTOR RESISTOR R2 A, B RESISTOR R4 A, B RESISTOR RELAY RY1, 2 SOCKET OVER CURRENT RELAY TERMINAL BOARD GROUND TERMINAL FOR GFCI GFCI SENSING MODULE DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 55...
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[1] : An error condition displayed with an asterisk (*) cannot always be corrected via simple inspection. Please contact Multiquip Service Dept. or your MQ Service Dealer for assistance. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 57...
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Stop limit time varies with time idle stop is operated. Main AC circuit breaker (CB1) is Place Main AC circuit breaker (CB1) to the set to the ON position? OFF position. PAGE 58 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)
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AC circuit breakers are not set to Place all circuit breakers CB1, CB2, CB3, AC power is not available. and CB4 to the ON position. DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. # 0 (03/14/18) — PAGE 59...
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If the side-door is open or exhaust vents are clogged, causing insufficient cooling; if Semiconductor is overheated? semiconductors are heated at an over-duty rate, output is limited to prevent such overheating. PAGE 60 — DLW400ESA4 WELDER/GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/14/18)