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OPERATION MANUAL WHISPERWATT™ SERIES MODEL DCA25SSIU4F 60Hz GENERATOR (ISUZU 4LE2T DIESEL ENGINE) Revision #4 (01/17/18) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.mqpower.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
COULD result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or MODERATE INJURY. NOTICE Addresses practices not related to personal injury. PAGE 4 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
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ALWAYS store equipment 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 DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 5...
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NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, local Health and Safety Administrator. muffl er or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool before servicing equipment. PAGE 6 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
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Use the trailer’s swivel jack to adjust the trailer height to ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting a level position while parked. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 7...
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ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated possibility exists of electrical shock, environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration electrocution or death. of combustible gasses. PAGE 8 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
Recyclers and manufacturers alike promote the process of recycling metal. Using a metal recycling center promotes energy cost savings. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 9...
BE CONNECTED TO A GROUND ROD. I M U M I N 2 . 4 T . / REFERENCE NEC 250 Figure 2. Typical Generator Grounding Application PAGE 12 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
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ALWAYS consult with a licensed They are to resist damage to the bottom of the generator electrician. and to maintain alignment. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 13...
Make sure panel light switch is in the OFF position when light is not in use. 4. Frequency Meter — Indicates the output frequency in hertz (Hz). Normally 60 Hz PAGE 16 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
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16. Main Circuit Breaker — This three-pole, 60 amp main breaker is provided to protect the U,V, and W Output Terminal Lugs from overload. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 17...
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To restore power to the Output Terminal Panel, press the reset button on the overcurrent relay and place the main circuit breaker in the closed position (ON). Figure 10. Connecting Loads PAGE 20 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
100 ft. transfer switch. 1800 3600 150 ft. 100 ft. 65 ft. 2400 4800 125 ft. 75 ft. 50 ft. CAUTION: Equipment damage can result from low voltage DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 21...
W and U terminals as indicated on the AC Voltmeter Gauge (Figure 15). Figure 14. AC Voltmeter Figure 15. AC Voltmeter Gauge Change-Over Switch (Volt reading on W-U Lug) DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 23...
To achieve a 3Ø 208V output the voltage selector switch must be in the 3Ø-240/139 position and the voltage regulator must be adjusted to 208V. Figure 19. UVWO Terminal Lugs PAGE 24 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
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The possibility of arcing voltage output. Use voltage regulator adjustment knob exists, that could cause a fire. whenever fine tuning of the output voltage is required. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 25...
When replacing engine oil please refill using API service class CJ-4 SAE or JASO DH-2 engine oil. Table 11. Recommended Motor Oil FUEL TANK Figure 27. Fuel Tank PAGE 26 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
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ONLY use #2 diesel fuel when refueling. DO NOT OVERFILL fuel system. Leave room for fuel expansion. Fuel expands when heated (Figure 31). Figure 31. Fuel Expansion DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 27...
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Freezing Point Vol % Anti-Freeze °C °F NOTICE When the antifreeze is mixed with water, the antifreeze mixing ratio must be less than 50%. PAGE 28 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
Tighten all hose clamps and check hoses for leaks. If any hose (fuel or oil) lines are defective replace them Figure 33. Battery Connections immediately. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 29...
Under normal operating conditions the coolant temperature should 12. The generator will run until manually stopped or an be between 180°~225°F (75°~95°C) (Green Zone). abnormal condition occurs. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 31...
NOTICE When the Auto Off/Reset Manual switch is placed in the AUTO position, the engine glow plugs will be warmed and the engine will start automatically. PAGE 32 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
OFF (not lit). 5. Remove all loads from the generator. 6. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening of components that may have occurred during operation. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 33...
During initial operation of a new engine, change oil and filter between a minimum of 100 hrs. and a maximum of 250 hrs. Service interval depends on type of oil. Replace primary air filter element when restriction indicator shows a vacuum of 625 mm (25 in. H PAGE 34 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
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This can lead to a loss of power, excessive carbon buildup in the combustion chamber and high fuel consumption. Change air cleaner more frequently if these conditions exist. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 35...
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NOT clean radiator core with any objects, such as a screwdriver. WARNING Allow engine to cool when flushing out radiator. Flushing the radiator while hot could cause serious burns from water or steam. PAGE 36 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
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This generator can be optionally equipped with two 120 VAC, 20 amp input receptacles located on the output terminal panel. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 37...
In general this catalyst collects/burns accumulated particulates. The DOC contains palladium and platinum which serve as a catalysts to oxidize hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide. PAGE 38 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
OFF position after completing engine fault code diagnostic procedures. 5. Verify that the diagnostic lamp is ON. This indicates that there is a fault/error in the engine or the engine control system. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 39...
Correct engine oil level. Use No. 2-D diesel fuel only. Check the fuel Injection pump wear? injection pump element and delivery valve assembly and replace as necessary. DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18) — PAGE 41...
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Radiator net or radiator fi n clogged with dust? Clean net or fi n carefully. Fan, radiator, or radiator cap defective? Replace defective part. Thermostat defective? Check thermostat and replace if necessary. Head gasket defective or water leakage? Replace parts. PAGE 42 — DCA25SSIU4F 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (01/17/18)
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