Summary of Contents for MULTIQUIP Power WHISPERWATT DCA400SSI
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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL WHISPERWATT™ SERIES MODEL DCA400SSI 60HZ GENERATOR (ISUZU 6WG1X DIESEL ENGINE) PARTS LIST NO. C3871301004 Revision #2 (11/03/08) To fi nd the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.mqpower.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
1-888-327-4236 (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. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 3...
Quantity, Part Number and Description of Each Part 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! DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — 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 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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fi re out of the reach of children and unauthorized personnel. department. This information will be invaluable in the case of an emergency. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 7...
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Damage to the engine or equipment can result if operating in speed ranges above the maximum allowable. PAGE 8 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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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. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 9...
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Inspect for cuts in the insulation. NEVER grab or touch a live power cord or cable with wet hands. The possibility exists of electrical shock, electrocution or death. PAGE 10 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
NEGATIVE battery terminal before performing service on the generator. ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition. Repair or replace all worn cables. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 11...
31.89 in. (810 mm) 181.10 in. (4,600 mm) 18.11 in. (685 mm) 82.68 in. (2,100 mm) 22.24 in. (565 mm) 55.12 in. (1,400 mm) 31.89 in. (810 mm) DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 13...
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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. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 15...
This switch does not effect the generator the Over Speed Protection mode. output in any fashion, it is for current reading only. PAGE 18 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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— 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. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 19...
OFF position. DO lamp should remain OFF. When the NOT turn this switch during normal operation, it could Auto-OFF/Reset-Manual switch is set cause damage to the electrical equipment. PAGE 20 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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NOTES DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 21...
Two (2) GFCI Circuit Breakers @ 20 amps Eight (8) Output Terminal Lugs ( U, V, W, O, Ground) Figure 6. Output Terminal Panel PAGE 22 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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These receptacles can only be accessed when the voltage selector switch is placed in the single- phase 240/120 position. Figure 8. 120/240V Twist-Lock Auxiliary Receptacles DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 23...
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1000A main circuit breaker is provided. Make sure to switch ALL circuit breakers to the OFF position prior to starting the engine. Figure 11. Over Current Relay Figure 10. Connecting Loads PAGE 24 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
1800 3600 150 ft. 100 ft. 65 ft. transfer switch. 2400 4800 125 ft. 75 ft. 50 ft. CAUTION: Equipment damage can result from low voltage DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 25...
W-U position and the AC Ammeter Change-Over Switch (Figure 16) to the U or W position to read the output on the selected leg. Figure 13. Voltage Change-Over Board 240V Confi guration DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 27...
Connections ALWAYS make sure that the connections to the UVWO terminals are secure and tight. The possibility of arcing exists, that could cause a fi re. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 29...
API Service Classifi cation CC/SD API Service Classifi cation CC/SE API Service Classifi cation CC/SF Table 11. Recommended Motor Oil Figure 28. Internal Fuel Tank System PAGE 30 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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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 32). Figure 32. Fuel Expansion DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 31...
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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 32 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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Tighten all hose clamps and check hoses for leaks. Figure 34. Battery Connections If any hose (fuel or oil) lines are defective replace them immediately. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 33...
LED on the MPEC unit (Figure 41) is ON (lit) after the engine has been started. Figure 36. Engine Enclosure Doors Figure 41. Engine Running LED (ON) PAGE 34 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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28 to 85 The generator will run until manually stopped or an psi. (193~586 kPa). abnormal condition occurs. Figure 46. Oil Pressure Gauge DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 35...
NOTICE When the MPEC control switch is placed in the AUTO position, the engine glow plugs will be warmed and the engine will start automatically. PAGE 36 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
OFF (not lit). Remove all loads from the generator. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening of components that may have occurred during operation. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 37...
RED meaning the element needs changing or service. After changing the air element, press the dust indicator button to reset the indicator. PAGE 38 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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See the ISUZU Engine Manual for details. Figure 57. Fuel Tank Cleaning DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 39...
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This generator can be optionally equipped with two 120 could cause serious burns from water or VAC, 20 amp input receptacles located on the output steam. terminal panel. PAGE 40 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
To ensure adequate starting capability, always have power applied to the generator's internal battery charger. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 41...
Application — Indicates which units can be employed on a particular trailer. Coupler — Type of hitch used on the trailer for towing. PAGE 42 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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Brake lining thickness incorrect or not adjusted correctly? linings. Dragging Brakes Replace rubber parts Enough brake fl uid or correct fl uid? fi ll with dot 4 fl uid. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 43...
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Incorrect toe-in. Align wheels. Check bearing adjustment Cupping Out-of-balance. and balance tires. Wheel lockup and Avoid sudden stops when Flat Spots tire skidding. possible and adjust brakes. PAGE 44 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
Refer to dealer. Magnetic pick up out of adjustment? Adjust magnetic pick up. Loss of MPU light(s) or on. Magnetic pick up dirty? Clean magnetic pick up. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 51...
“ON” position, the engine will not be stopped even if the starter switch is turned to the “OFF” position. In such case, turn the diagnostic switch to the “OFF” position. PAGE 52 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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NOTES DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 53...
A blank entry generally indicates that the item is not sold separately or is not sold by Multiquip. Other entries will be clarified in the “Remarks” Column. PAGE 54 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
1....0601808804 ..CIRCUIT BREAKER 2P 50A 2....LY2DUS24VDC ..RELAY NOTICE Part number on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede/replace the P/N shown in the text pages of this book. DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 55...
ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY. PAGE 68 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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0605515213 HOSE BAND C3310500303 INTER COOLER HOSE 0605515238 HOSE BAND 0605515239 HOSE BAND 0602046539 AIR CLEANER 0602046628 AIR CLEANER OUTER ELEMENT 0602046629 AIR CLEANER INNER ELEMENT DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 69...
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ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY. (CONTINUED) PAGE 70 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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0602120465 PICK UP TACHOMETER 8980305320 BLOWBY FILTER ELEMENT ......1 ....REPLACES P/N 0602044210 C3357200002 ENGINE WIRE HARNESS 1136714740 FAN BELT ............3 ....REPLACES P/N 0602015252 1802200140 BOOST SENSOR DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 71...
OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY. THE PART NUMBER INDICATED IS ORANGE. PLEASE ADD THE FOLLOWING LETTERS WHEN ORDERING COLOR OF UNIT: MQW-WHITE THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 72 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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COVER 0019208020 HEX HEAD BOLT C2237102403 OUTPUT TERMINAL COVER 0019210030 HEX HEAD BOLT 0845054204 COLLAR 0805015604 STAY RUBBER C2237101504 COVER C2237400104 BRACKET 0019206020 HEX HEAD BOLT DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 73...
ENCLOSURE #1 ASSY. THE PART NUMBER INDICATED IS ORANGE. PLEASE ADD THE FOLLOWING LETTERS WHEN ORDERING COLOR OF UNIT: MQW-WHITE THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 82 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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COVER 0019204020 HEX HEAD BOLT 0019208020 HEX HEAD BOLT C3463500204 GUTTER 0019208020 HEX HEAD BOLT 0019210025 HEX HEAD BOLT 0019116025 HEX HEAD BOLT 0042416000 HEX NUT DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 83...
ENCLOSURE #2 ASSY. THE PART NUMBER INDICATED IS ORANGE. PLEASE ADD THE FOLLOWING LETTERS WHEN ORDERING COLOR OF UNIT: MQW-WHITE THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 84 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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C3493500304 LINING C3464501704 ROOF PANEL COVER C3494502204 LINING 0017108020 HEX HEAD BOLT 0019208020 HEX HEAD BOLT C3463500304 GUTTER 0092108020 HEX HEAD BOLT 0019210025 HEX HEAD BOLT DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 85...
ENCLOSURE #3 ASSY. THE PART NUMBER INDICATED IS ORANGE. PLEASE ADD THE FOLLOWING LETTERS WHEN ORDERING COLOR OF UNIT: MQW-WHITE THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 86 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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DUCT C3493401704 LINING C3453500004 PANEL C3493401704 LINING 0019208016 HEX HEAD BOLT 0207006000 HEX NUT B9114000002 DOOR HANDLE 0825007362 DOOR HANDLE 0021806015 MACHINE SCREW 0030006000 HEX NUT DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 87...
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ENCLOSURE #3 ASSY. (CONTINUED) THE PART NUMBER INDICATED IS ORANGE. PLEASE ADD THE FOLLOWING LETTERS WHEN ORDERING COLOR OF UNIT: MQW-WHITE THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 88 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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0845045004 WASHER 0845047005 HINGE 0845045004 WASHER 0019208020 HEX HEAD BOLT 0601850097 STOPPER 0025408025 MACHINE SCREW 0845031504 0019108065 HEX HEAD BOLT 042308000 WASHER, LOCK 0042408000 WASHER, FLAT DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 89...
RUBBER SEALS ASSY. PAGE 90 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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RUBBER SEAL 0228900790 RUBBER SEAL 0229201340 RUBBER SEAL 0221200795 RUBBER SEAL 0228801250 RUBBER SEAL 0229200560 RUBBER SEAL 0229201230 RUBBER SEAL 0228100120 RUBBER SEAL 0228100510 RUBBER SEAL DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08) — PAGE 91...
Multiquip’s designated receiving point. at the time of any price change. PAGE 96 — DCA400SSI GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (11/03/08)
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