Summary of Contents for MULTIQUIP Power WHISPERWATT DCA-20SPX
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PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL 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.
Quantity, Part Number and Description of Each Part 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! DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 5...
DANGER - ELECTROCUTION HAZARDS During operation of this generator, there exists the possibility of electrocution, electrical shock or burn, which can cause severe bodily harm or even DEATH! PAGE 8 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
■ Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any death! Disconnection of any of these devices will void all accident due to equipment modifications. Unauthorized warranties. equipment modification will void all warranties. PAGE 10 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
ALWAYS make sure the generators are properly grounded to a suitable earth ground (GROUND ROD). See installation in this manual. NEVER use gas piping as an electrical ground. DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 11...
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In case the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes in contact with your EYES , rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to seek medical attention. PAGE 12 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or burn causing serious injury or even death! DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 13...
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■ ALWAYS attach trailer’s safety chains to towing vehicle properly. ■ ALWAYS make sure the vehicle and trailer directional, backup, brake, and trailer lights are connected and working properly. PAGE 14 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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NOTE PAGE DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 15...
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.
NFPA 110, Chapter 5-4.1). DO NOT remove the metal skids on the bottom of the generator. They are to resist damage to the bottom of the generator and to maintain alignment. DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 19...
Battery Charger (Optional) minimum. Use the cable selection chart (Table 6) as a guide ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Water Heater (Optional) for selecting proper extension cable size. PAGE 20 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
Figure 5. Major Components y l b c r i t i u y l b o r t y l b r o t o r t y l b DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 21...
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NOTE PAGE PAGE 22 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
To restore power to the Output Terminal Panel , press the Terminal Lugs from overload. reset button on the overcurrent relay and place the main circuit breaker in the closed position (ON). DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 23...
E. Overspeed Shutdown – Indicates the engine is running at an unsafe speed. This is considered a major fault. Engine Running – Indicates that engine is running at a safe operating speed. DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 25...
3-pole, 90A main circuit breaker is provided. Make sure to switch ALL circuit breakers to the OFF position prior to starting the engine. Figure 14. Over Current Relay Figure 13. Connecting Loads PAGE 28 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
1. Connect the load wires to the Output Terminal Lugs as 120 Single Phase Connections shown in (Figure 17) 2. Turn the voltage regulator knob (Figure 18) clockwise to increase voltage output, turn counterclockwise to decrease voltage output. PAGE 30 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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■ ■ ■ ■ ■ API Service Classification CC/SE ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ API Service Classification CC/SF Table 8. Recommended Motor Oil OIL: SAE Figure 21. Internal Fuel Tank System DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 31...
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ONLY! use #2 diesel fuel when refueling. Figure 25. Fuel Expansion Remove fuel cap (internal fuel tank) and fill fuel tank as shown Figure 23. Figure 23. Fueling the Generator PAGE 32 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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F - C ° F ° When the antifreeze is mixed with NOTE water, the antifreeze mixing ratio must be less than 50%. DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 33...
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Tighten all hose clamps and check hoses for leaks. If any hose ( fuel or oil ) lines are defective replace them immediately. Figure 27. Battery Connections PAGE 34 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
Figure 40. Ammeter (Load) 12. The generator will run until manually stopped or an abnormal condition occurs. PAGE 36 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
When running the generator in the AUTO mode, remember the generator can start up at any time without warning. NEVER attempt to perform any maintenance when the generator is in the auto mode. DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 37...
OFF (not lit). 5. Remove all loads from the generator. 6. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening of components that may have occured during operation. PAGE 38 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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This can be air element, press the dust indicator button to reset the reduced by keeping the tank full with diesel fuel. indicator. DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 39...
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DO NOT spill the fuel during disassembly. place on blocks so tires do not touch the ground or block Vent any air. and completely remove the tires. PAGE 40 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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Figure 43. Battery Charger & Jacket Water Heater Power Connections DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 41...
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16. Application - Indicates which units can be employed 7. Coupler - Type of hitch used on the trailer for towing. on a particular trailer. PAGE 42 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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SNUG FIT ONLY PARTS MUST ROTATE FREELY SHACKLE BOLT LOCKING NUTS OR COTTER PINS ARE PROVIDED SPRING EYE BOLT TO RETAIN NUT BOLT ASSEMBLY SHOULDER TYPE SHACKLE BOLT PAGE 44 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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" 2 " 3 " 4 " 5 " 6 Figure 46. Wheel Lug Nuts Tightening Sequence NEVER use an pneumatic air NOTE gun to tighten wheel lug nuts. DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 45...
Multiquip. Other entries will for sale through Multiquip. be clarified in the “Remarks” Column. PAGE 54 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
1 ..1601840073 ..RHEOSTAT 1 ..0601840121 ..KNOB, RHEOSTAT Part number on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supercede/replace the P/N shown in the text NOTE pages of this book. DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 55...
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DCA-20SPX — GENERATOR ASSY. GENERATOR ASSY. PAGE 56 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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8351331004 SUCTION COVER 0017106016 HEX HEAD BOLT 0012310030 HEX HEAD BOLT B0155400204 FAN COVER 0340406040 HEX HEAD BOLT 0041206000 PLAIN WASHER 0600815000 0805083204 RUBBER SUSPENSION 0207010000 HEX NUT DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 57...
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DCA-20SPX— ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY. ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY. PAGE 64 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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RESERVE TANK CAP 0199100205 HOSE M1317100004 RESERVE TANK BRACKET 0199100350 HOSE 0193600850 HOSE 0605515106 HOSE BAND 0602120481 TACHOMETER PICK UP 0602122272 OIL PRESSURE UNIT M9200100004 ADAPTER 0602123275 WATER TEMPERATURE UNIT DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 65...
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AFTER THE PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING ANY OTHER PAINTED PANEL TO INDICATE COLOR OF UNIT: MQW - WHITE MQGR - GRAY MQGRN - GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 66 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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DCA-20SPX— BATTERY ASSY. BATTERY ASSY. PAGE 68 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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0602220185 BATTERY B9310500004 BATTERY SHEET M9103000304 BATTERY BAND 0602220920 BATTERY BOLT SET 0030006000 SPRING WASHER M1348400204 BATTERY CABLE M2346400104 BATTERY CABLE 0017110025 HEX HEAD BOLT 0040510000 TOOTHED WASHER DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 69...
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DCA-20SPX— MUFFLER ASSY. MUFFLER ASSY. PAGE 70 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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QTY. REMARKS B1330101403 MUFFLER 0016908020 HEX HEAD BOLT M1333201703 EXHAUST PIPE 0602320100 GASKET B1333200804 GASKET 0207008000 HEX NUT 0016908035 HEX HEAD BOLT M1330400204 COVER 0016906015 HEX HEAD BOLT DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 71...
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DCA-20SPX— FUEL TANK ASSY. FUEL TANK ASSY. PAGE 72 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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FUEL FILTER ..........1 ..REPLACES P/N 0602042425 0016906025 HEX HEAD BOLT 0191200900 SUCTION HOSE 0191200300 SUCTION HOSE 0191200650 SUCTION HOSE 0191201100 RETURN HOSE 0605515108 HOSE BAND 0605515064 HOSE BAND DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 73...
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AFTER THE PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING ANY OTHER PAINTED PANEL TO INDICATE COLOR OF UNIT: MQW - WHITE MQGR - GRAY MQGRN - GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 74 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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1625165103 BONNET CAP 1625165204 CHAIN ASSY. 29-1 0016908020 HEX HEAD BOLT B1454202602 SPLASHER PANEL 0019108055 HEX HEAD BOLT 0042308000 SPRING WASHER 0042408000 PLAIN WASHER 0016908020 HEX HEAD BOLT DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 75...
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AFTER THE PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING ANY OTHER PAINTED PANEL TO INDICATE COLOR OF UNIT: MQW - WHITE MQGR - GRAY MQGRN - GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 76 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)
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BLIND PLUG 0600500090 EMBLEM 0021106015 MACHINE SCREW 0016910020 HEX HEAD BOLT 0040510000 TOOTHED WASHER 0016908020 HEX HEAD BOLT 0040508000 TOOTHED WASHER 0016906020 HEX HEAD BOLT 0040506000 TOOTHED WASHER DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 77...
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RUBBER SEAL 0228800670 RUBBER SEAL 0228800445 RUBBER SEAL 0228800485 RUBBER SEAL 0228100458 RUBBER SEAL 0228100171 RUBBER SEAL 0228100351 RUBBER SEAL 0228100285 RUBBER SEAL 0228100153 RUBBER SEAL 0228100180 RUBBER SEAL DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 79...