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OPERATION MANUAL MODEL DA7000SSA3 PORTABLE GENERATORS (KUBOTA Z482-E4B-DGDE-4 DIESEL ENGINE) Revision #0 (02/13/19) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), go to http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov; or write to: Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue S.E. Washington, DC 20590 You can also obtain information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safecar.gov. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 3...
MOVING PARTS can cause open. severe injury. Stop engine before servicing. DO NOT operate with doors B90400040 open. Stop engine before servicing. B90400040 7000 7000 Figure 1. Nameplate And Safety Decals DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 5...
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 6 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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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. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 7...
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In order to comply with local laws regarding agencies for laws or regulations relating to fi re prevention spark arresters, consult the engine distributor or the requirements. local Health and Safety Administrator. PAGE 8 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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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. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 9...
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ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated cord or cable with wet hands. The environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration possibility exists of electrical shock, of combustible gasses. electrocution or death. PAGE 10 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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Recyclers and manufacturers alike promote the process of recycling metal. Using a metal recycling center promotes energy cost savings. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 11...
534 lbs. (242 kg) Wet Weight 598 lbs. (271 kg) NOTICE In keeping with Multiquip's policy of constantly improving its products, the specifications quoted herein are subject to change without prior notice. PAGE 12 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
Generally, the engine's output power will decrease 3-1/2% for each 1000 feet (305 meters) of altitude above sea level, and 1% for each 10° F (-12.2° C) above the standard temperature of 60° F (15.5° C). DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 13...
ELECTRIC POWER TO A BUILDING VIA A TRANSFER SWITCH IT MUST GROUND CABLE BE CONNECTED TO A GROUND ROD. 2 . 4 T . / REFERENCE NEC ARTICLE 250 Figure 3. Generator Grounding PAGE 16 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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They are to resist damage to the bottom of the NOTICE generator and to maintain alignment. When connecting the generator to any buildings electrical system ALWAYS consult with a licensed electrician. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 17...
Fill to indicated level as shown on expansion bottle. 9. Oil Filter — Provides filtering for the engine oil. Change oil filter as recommended in the maintenance section of this manual. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 19...
"OFF" position. switch. 29. Ground Terminal GFCI Module — Used to connect external equipment grounds so that the GFCI sensing module will have a ground path. PAGE 20 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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33. Starter Switch — With key inserted turn clockwise to start engine. 34. Hour Meter — Indicates number of hours machine has been in use or hours engine was run. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 21...
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Simplified Diagram (Down Position) Figure 8. 120V Full Power Switch NOTICE Simplified Diagram (Up Position) When using a combination of receptacles, total load should not exceed the rated capacity of the generator. PAGE 22 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
Fill with recommended type oil as listed in Table 6. 6. Starter — Starts engine when ignition key is rotated Crankcase holds a maximum of 2.64 quarts (2.5 liters) clockwise to the "ON" position. of motor oil. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 23...
1800 3600 150 ft. 100 ft. 65 ft. required load. 2400 4800 125 ft. 75 ft. 50 ft. CAUTION: Equipment damage can result from low voltage PAGE 24 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
These types of double-insulated power cords are designed so that no part of the device will be electrically live even if the internal insulation fails. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 25...
Figure 13. Engine Oil Dipstick Removal 3. Re-Insert dipstick, then remove dipstick from its holder. Figure 15. Engine Oil Filler Port Check the oil level shown on the dipstick Figure 14. PAGE 26 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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See Table 7 for engine, radiator, and recovery tank coolant capacities. Make sure the coolant level in the recovery tank is always between the "FULL" and LOW markings. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 27...
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NEVER place hands near the belts or fan while the generator set is running. When the antifreeze is mixed with water, the antifreeze mixing ratio must be less than 50%. PAGE 28 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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Inspect all piping, oil hose, and fuel hose connections for wear and tightness. Tighten all hose clamps and check hoses for leaks. If any hose (fuel or oil) lines are defective replace them immediately. Figure 20. Battery Connections DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 29...
(Figure 22). Operation with the doors open may cause insufficient cooling of the unit, and engine damage may result. Close the doors for normal operation. Figure 25. Starter Switch (RUN) Figure 22. Generator Doors PAGE 30 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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(Figure 30) and verify that 120 VAC is displayed. Using an external voltmeter as shown in Figure 30, verify that 120 VAC is present at the 120V twist-lock and duplex receptacles. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 31...
4. The CS-6369 receptacle is a dual voltage receptacle (120/240 volts). Using an external voltmeter as shown in Figure 31, verify that 120/240 VAC is present at the CS-6369 twist-lock receptacle. Figure 31. 120/240 CS-6369 Receptacle PAGE 32 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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8. Remove all load connections from the generator. Emergency Shutdown 1. Place starter switch key (Figure 25) in STOP position. Remove key. Place fuel cock lever (Figure 37)) in the OFF position. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 33...
(3) For commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals. NOTICE Thoroughly remove dirt and oil from the engine and control area. Clean or replace the air cleaner elements as necessary. Check and retighten all fasteners as necessary. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 35...
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NOTICE Operating the engine with loose or damaged air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into the engine causing premature wear and failure. PAGE 36 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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2. Coat oil filter seal (Figure 40) with clean engine oil. 3. Install new oil filter first by hand until it makes contact with the filter head surface. Tighten it another 3/4 turn using the filter wrench. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 37...
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At this point, the engine will be able to start. Figure 42. Fuel Filter Disassembly PAGE 38 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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(Figure 44), then allow the fuel to drain into a suitable container. Figure 45. Fuel Tank Cleaning 2. Reinstall fuel tank drain bolt with o-ring and tighten. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 39...
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2. Remove the coolant drain bolt and o-ring (Figure 47), then allow the coolant to drain into a suitable container. CORD FAILURE GLAZED WORN BACK COVER BROKEN MISSING RUBBER CRACKS SIDEWALL WEAR Figure 48. V-Belt Inspection PAGE 40 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
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6. Also verify that the main circuit breaker (Figure 53) switch trips to the OFF position. Figure 50. GFCI Sensing Module (Green LED ON) Figure 53. Circuit Breaker OFF (GFCI Test) DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 41...
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GFCI sensing module (Figure 56) and verify that the red fault LED turns OFF and the green power LED should turn ON. Figure 56. GFCI Sensing Module (Green LED ON Reset) PAGE 42 — DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19)
Replace Idle Control Switch. Engine speed rises and remains at high speed when Defective Solenoid? Replace Solenoid. Idle Control switch is placed in the ON position. Defective Relay? Replace Relay. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 45...
Repair or replace the injection pump. Deficient output. Deficient nozzle injection? Repair or replace the nozzle. Replace head gasket, tighten cylinder head Compression leak? bolt, glow plug and nozzle holder. DA7000SSA3 GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/19) — PAGE 47...
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OPERATION MANUAL HERE’S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING UNITED STATES Multiquip Corporate Office MQ Parts Department 18910 Wilmington Ave. Tel. (800) 421-1244 800-427-1244 Fax: 800-672-7877 Carson, CA 90746 Fax (310) 537-3927 310-537-3700 Contact: mq@multiquip.com Service Department...
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