Summary of Contents for MULTIQUIP Power WHISPERWATT DCA-400SPK
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PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL MQ POWER DCA-400SPK WHISPERWATT GENERATOR PARTS LIST NO. C3873300104 Revision #0 (06/19/01) MULTIQUIP INC. PARTS DEPARTMENT: 18910 WILMINGTON AVE. 800-427-1244 CARSON, CALIFORNIA 90746 FAX: 800-672-7877 SERVICE DEPARTMENT: 310-537-3700 800-421-1244 800-835-2551 FAX: 310-537-3927 FAX: 310-638-8046 • E-mail:mq@multiquip.com...
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ARRANTY DEP ARRANTY DEP TMENT TMENT ARRANTY DEP ARRANTY DEPAR ARTMENT TMENT TMENT 800/835-2551 or 310/537-3700 FAX: 310/638-8046 MAIN MAIN MAIN MAIN MAIN 800/421-1244 or 310/537-3700 FAX: 310/537-3927 DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 3...
10+ line items. Toll-free FAX: 800/6-PARTS-7 • 800-672-7877 *DISCOUNTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE* Fax order discount and UPS special programs revised June 1, 1995 DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 5...
I Always check the machine for loosened threads or bolts or even death. before starting. I Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel. PAGE 6 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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Make sure power connecting cables are securely connected to the generator’s output terminals, insufficient tightening of the terminal connections may cause damage to the generator and electrical shock. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 7...
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I When loading the generator on a truck, be sure to use the front and back frame bars as a means to secure the generator during transport. PAGE 8 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
I DO NOT use plastic containers to dispose of hazardous waste. I DO NOT pour waste, oil, coolant or fuel directly onto the ground, down a drain or into any water source DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 9...
I Check the tire air pressure on both towing vehicle and trailer. Also check the tire tread wear on both vehicles. I ALWAYS make sure the trailer is equipped with a "Safety Chain". Figure 1. Generator with Trailer PAGE 10 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
3. GVWR- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), is the on a particular trailer. maximum number of pounds the trailer can carry, in- cluding the fuel cell (empty). DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 11...
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Brake lockup, grabbiness or harshness is due the ground. to lack of synchronization between the tow vehicle and the 8. Repeat steps 1 through 6 on the remaining brakes. PAGE 14 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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Brake lines should be periodically checked for cracks, kinks, or blockage. Figure 3 below displays the major hydraulic/air/surge brake Figure 3. Hydraulic Brake Components DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 15...
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CAUTION: NOTE ALWAYS wear safety glasses when removing Figure 4. Major Suspension Components or installing force fitted parts. Failure to comply may result in serious injury. PAGE 16 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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Check all wheel lug nuts periodically. " " " Figure 5. Wheel Lug Nuts Tightening Sequence " " NOTE NEVER use an pneumatic air gun to tighten wheel lug nuts. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 17...
DCA-400SPK — TRAILER-WIRING DIAGRAM NOTE: LIGHTS ARE ORIENTED FROM THE DRIVER’S SEAT PAGE 18 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
Machine Safety Decals The DCA-400SPK generator is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below and on the preceding pages shows the decals as they appear on the machine.
The “Output Terminal Panel” is provided with the following: Three 240/139V output receptacles, 50 amp Two 120V input receptacles, 20 amp 3 Load Circuit Breakers 265V @65 amps 2 Load GFCI Circuit Breakers 265V@ 20amps PAGE 24 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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70% of the charger’s rating. The charger will then go into a ‘FLOAT’ mode, where it discharges a lower voltage until an AC failure, or the battery is discharged. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 25...
10 seconds before disengaging. 11. Main Circuit Breaker – This three-pole, 800 amp main breaker is provided to protect the UVW voltage output terminals from overload. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 31...
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. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 33...
Two 120 volt, 20 amp input receptacles are provided to supply power to accessories, such as the battery charger (optional) or jacket water heater (optional). FIGURE 12. GFCI Test Button PAGE 34 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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DCA-400SPK — OUTPUT TERMINAL PANEL OVERVIEW NOTE Legs O and Ground are FIGURE 14. Output Terminal Panel considered Bonded Grounds. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 35...
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If the circuit breaker can not be reset, the reset button on the over current relay must be pressed. The over current relay is located in the control box. PAGE 36 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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FIGURE 18. AC Ammeter FIGURE 17. AC Ammeter (Amp reading on U lug) Change-over Switch (Reading the U leg on the output terminal panel) DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 37...
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139V will be the voltage output. FIGURE 22. Hard Wire Hookup for Single Phase 139V FIGURE 20. Hard Wire Hookup for Three Phase 240V PAGE 38 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
26 below, 277V will be the voltage output. FIGURE 26. Hard Wire Hookup for Single Phase 277V FIGURE 24. Hard Wire Hookup for Three Phase 480V DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 39...
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. PAGE 40 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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50%. be less than 50%. be less than 50%. be less than 50%. be less than 50%. PAGE 44 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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2. Place a small amount of grease around both battery terminals. This will ensure a good connection and will help prevent corrosion around the battery terminals. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 45...
Three Phase Load When calculating the power requirements for 3-phase power use the following equation: PAGE 46 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
Figure 31. Main, GFCI and Load Circuit Breakers DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 47...
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(Figure 36) until the preheat lamp (Figure 37) is lit (ON). Figure 36. Engine Pre-Heat Button Figure 33. Battery Connections Figure 37. Engine Pre-Heat Lamp PAGE 48 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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Figure 40. Engine Ignition Switch 10. The generator's frequency meter (Figure 41) displays the 60 cycle output frequency in HERTZ. Figure 44. Ammeter (No Load) DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 49...
18. The generator will run until manually stopped or an the engine when the generator is operating. Under normal abnormal condition occurs. operating conditions this speed should be approximately 1800 RPM’s. Figure 47. Engine Tachometer PAGE 50 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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5. Continue to follow the steps outline in the manual start- the generator is in the auto mode. up procedure (start at step 11, page 49). DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 51...
ONLY to be used in the event of an emergency. Figure 52. MPEC Engine Running Status LED (OFF) 5. Remove the load from the UVWO terminal strip (Figure 18 on page 48). PAGE 52 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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NOTE PAGE DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 53...
4. After draining the coolant, close drain plugs and fill with tap water. PAGE 54 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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When checking or installing the electric until no bubbles come our with the fuel from air bleed heater, replace the gasket with a new part. plug. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 55...
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Using a grease pump, grease the fan hub (1 place) and If the engine has not been started for more than one tension pulley (2 places). year, contact your Komatsu distributor to have engine overhauled. PAGE 56 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
%, belong to the same assembly or kit. Note: If more than one of the same reference number is listed, the last one listed indicates newest (or latest) part available. PAGE 66 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
1 ..0602121052 ... CHARGING AMMETER NOTE Part number on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supercede/replace the P/N shown in the text pages of this book. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 67...
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0194700400 HOSE 0194700450 HOSE 0198501050 HOSE 3972220103 SUPPORT ROD 0017110025 HEX. HEAD BOLT 8212256104 SUPPORT ROD 0019208020 HEX. HEAD BOLT 8212044103 OIL PANEL 0017110025 HEX. HEAD BOLT DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 79...
DCA-400SPK — ENCLOSURE ASSY. ENCLOSURE ASSY. PAGE 90 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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COLOR OF UNIT: 5 -BLACK 1-ORANGE 6 -CATERPILLAR YELLOW 2-WHITE 7 -CATO GOLD 3 -SPECTRUM GRAY 8 -RED 4 -SUNBELT GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 91...
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DCA-400SPK — ENCLOSURE ASSY. ENCLOSURE ASSY. PAGE 92 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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COLOR OF UNIT: 5 -BLACK 1-ORANGE 6 -CATERPILLAR YELLOW 2-WHITE 7 -CATO GOLD 3 -SPECTRUM GRAY 8 -RED 4 -SUNBELT GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 93...
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DCA-400SPK — ENCLOSURE ASSY. ENCLOSURE ASSY. PAGE 94 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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COLOR OF UNIT: 5 -BLACK 1-ORANGE 6 -CATERPILLAR YELLOW 2-WHITE 7 -CATO GOLD 3 -SPECTRUM GRAY 8 -RED 4 -SUNBELT GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 95...
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DCA-400SPK — ENCLOSURE ASSY. ENCLOSURE ASSY. PAGE 96 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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COLOR OF UNIT: 5 -BLACK 1-ORANGE 6 -CATERPILLAR YELLOW 2-WHITE 7 -CATO GOLD 3 -SPECTRUM GRAY 8 -RED 4 -SUNBELT GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 97...
DCA-400SPK — RUBBER SEAL ASSY. PAGE 98 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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0228900795 RUBBER SEAL 0228900850 RUBBER SEAL 0229201440 RUBBER SEAL 0229201440 RUBBER SEAL 0228800795 RUBBER SEAL 0228801240 RUBBER SEAL 0229201340 RUBBER SEAL 0228100120 RUBBER SEAL 0228100510 RUBBER SEAL DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/19/01) — PAGE 99...
DCA-400SPK — NAME PLATE AND DECALS NAME PLATE AND DECALS CONTROL BOX GROUP ENGINE OPERATING PANEL GROUP PAGE 102 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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DCA-400SPK — NAME PLATE AND DECALS NAME PLATE AND DECALS BONNET GROUP BATTERY GROUP ENGINE AND RADIATOR GROUP PAGE 104 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
RMA. products on the face hereof. A copy of the Return Material Authorization must accompany the return shipment. PAGE 106 — DCA-400SPK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #0 (06/19/01)
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800/835-2551 or 310/537-3700 FAX: 310/638-8046 MAIN MAIN MAIN MAIN MAIN 800/421-1244 or 310/537-3700 FAX: 310/537-3927 Manufactured for Multiquip Inc. DENYO MANUFACTURING, CO., USA MULTIQUIP INC. POST OFFICE BOX 6254 CARSON, CA 90749 310-537-3700 • 800-421-1244 FAX: 310-537-3927 E-MAIL: mq@multiquip.com WWW: multiquip.com Atlanta •...
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