Engine Operating Panel - MQ Power DCA-150SSKII Parts And Operation Manual

The definitions below describe the controls and functions of
the DCA-150SSKII " Engine Operating Panel "(Figure 10).
1. Tachometer – Indicates engine speed in RPM's for 60
Hz operation. This meter should indicate 1800 RPM's
when the rated load is applied. In addition a built in hour
meter will record the number of operational hours that
the generator has been in use.
2. Water Temperature Gauge – During normal operation
this gauge be should read in the "GREEN" zone.
3. Oil Pressure Gauge – During normal operation this
gauge be should read in the "GREEN" zone. When
starting the generator the oil pressure mar read a little
bit higher, but after the engine warms up the oil pressure
should return to the green zone.
4. Charging Ammeter Gauge – Indicates the current
being supplied by the engine's alternator which provides
current for generator's control circuits and battery
charging system.
5. Fuel Gauge - Indicates amount of diesel fuel available.
6. Engine Warning Display Module – This module
display's the following engine failures:
A. Overheat Lamp – This lamp goes ON when
the cooling water temperature rises
abnormally. If the lamp goes ON during
normal operation of the generator, the
emergency shut-down device will stop the
engine automatically.
B. Low Oil Pressure Lamp – During normal
operation of the generator this lamp should
remain OFF. When the Auto-OFF/Reset-
Manual switch is set to the "Manual" position
to start the engine, the lamp will be lit. After
the oil pressure rises after start-up the lamp
will go OFF. If this lamp is ever lit (ON) during normal
operation of the generator, the emergency shut-down
device will stop the engine automatically.
C. Low Fuel Level Lamp – When this lamp
is ON, it is time to stop the engine and add
fuel. Remember to let the engine cool
before adding fuel.
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D. Low Battery Fluid Lamp – This lamp goes
ON when the battery fluid is low. If this
lamp goes ON during normal operation of
the generator, stop the engine and fill the
battery with distilled water to the specified
level.
E. Clogged Air Filter Lamp – This lamp goes
ON when the air filter is clogged. If this
lamp goes ON during normal operation of
the generator, stop the engine and replace
the air filter.
7. Pre-Heat Lamp – Indicates that the glow
plugs of the diesel engine are hot and the
engine is ready to be started.
8. Pre-Heat Button – Press hold this button
until the pre-heat lamp is lit (ON).
9. Throttle Handle - This handle controls the
speed of the engine (low or high).
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