Summary of Contents for MQ Power WHISPERWATT DCA-500SSK
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PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL MQ POWER MODEL DCA-500SSK WHISPERWATT GENERATOR (Standard) PARTS LIST NO C4872300004 Revision #1 (06/04/01) 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...
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PAGE 2 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
ARRANTY DEPAR ARRANTY DEP ARTMENT TMENT TMENT TMENT ARRANTY DEP 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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — 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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 5...
I Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and safety decals when they become difficult read. I Always check the machine for loosened threads or bolts before starting. PAGE 6 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 7...
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I When loading the generator on a truck, be sure to use the and seek medical attention. front and back frame bars as a means to secure the generator during transport. PAGE 8 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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I DO NOT transport generator with fuel in tank. I ALWAYS make sure the trailer is equipped with a "Safety Chain". Figure 1. Generator and Trailer PAGE 10 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 11...
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8. Repeat steps 1 through 6 on the remaining brakes. to lack of synchronization between the tow vehicle and the trailer being towed or under-adjusted brakes. PAGE 14 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — 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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 17...
Machine Safety Decals The DCA-500SSK generator is equipped with a number of safety decals. These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustrations below and on the preceding pages shows the decals as they appear on the machine.
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DCA-500SSK — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 21...
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DCA-500SSK — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS PAGE 22 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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DCA-500SSK — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 23...
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DCA-500SSK — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS PAGE 24 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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DCA-500SSK -- NOTES PAGE DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 25...
±0.25 to help protect sensitive equipment. designed to shutdown in the event of low oil, high coolant temperature, low battery and other operation conditions that may cause severe damage to the generator. DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 27...
During cr cr cr cr cranking cycle anking cycle anking cycle anking cycle anking cycle , The MPEC will attempt to crank the a safe operating speed. engine for 10 seconds before disengaging. DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 33...
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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 35...
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/Reset Button PAGE 36 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
DCA-500SSK — OUTPUT TERMINAL NOTE Legs O and Ground are considered Bonded Grounds. Figure 14. Output Terminal Panel Location DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 37...
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The over current relay is located on the control box. t l o t l o t l o t l o PAGE 38 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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Panel Figure 17. AC Ammeter Figure 18. AC Change-Over Switch Ammeter Gauge (Reading the W-U leg (Amp reading on U on the output terminal lug) Panel DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 39...
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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 40 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 41...
When connecting the generator mix with the outside air. to any buildings electrical system ALWAYS consult with a licensed electrician. PAGE 42 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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, the antifreez e mixing r atio m be less than 50%. be less than 50%. be less than 50%. be less than 50%. be less than 50%. PAGE 46 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 47...
If output (kVA) is not given on the equipment nameplate, approximate output may be determined by multiplying voltage by amperage by PAGE 48 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
G.F.C .C .C .C .C.I. .I. .I. .I. .I. circuit breakers (Figure 31) MAIN LO MAIN LO to the “OFF” position prior to starting the engine. Figure 33. Battery Connections Figure 31. Main, GFCI and Load Circuit Breakers DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 49...
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9. The generator's frequency meter (Figure 40) displays the 60 cycle output frequency in HERTZ. Figure 36. Engine Pre-Heat Button Figure 40. Frequency Meter (Hz) Figure 37. Engine Pre-Heat Lamp PAGE 50 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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When a load is applied, this meter will indicate the amount of current that the Figure 45. Coolant Temperature Gauge load is drawing from the generator’s alternator. Figure 43. Ammeter (No Load) DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 51...
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Figure 47. Engine Tachometer 16. Turn the MAIN, GFCI and LOAD circuit breakers to their ON position (Figure 48). Figure 48. Main and GFCI Circuit Breakers PAGE 52 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
Figure 50. Off/Manual Auto Switch (AUTO) 3. Continue to follow the steps outline in the manual start- up procedure (start at step 9, page 50). DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 53...
4. After draining the coolant, close drain plugs and fill with tap water. PAGE 56 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 57...
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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 58 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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, 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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
1 ..0602121052 ... CHARGING AMMETER NOTE Part number on this Suggested Spare Parts List may super cede/replace the P/N shown in the text pages of this book. DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 67...
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DCA-500SSK — CONTROL BOX ASSY. CONTROL BOX ASSY. PAGE 74 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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HEX. HEAD BOLT 8481825104 PANEL, CONTROL BOX 8481825304 PANEL, CONTROL BOX 0017108020 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0017110030 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0017108020 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0801830904 HEX. HEAD BOLT DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 75...
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DCA-500SSK — FUEL TANK ASSY. FUEL TANK ASSY. PAGE 92 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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0191001800 RETURN HOSE 0605515073 HOSE BAND 0605515000 HOSE BAND 0605503009 FUEL SENSOR 0802120604 PACKING 0605501050 UNIT, FUEL 52000KA9810 0602021155 PACKING 52391KW3700 0022905015 MACHINE SCREW 0845039604 RUBBER SEAL DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 93...
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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. PAGE 94 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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FILLER BRACKET 0019208020 HEX. HEAD BOLT 7525125304 COVER 0019206016 HEX. HEAD BOLT C442420003 COVER, FRONT FRAME 0019208020 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0600500090 EMBLEM 0021106020 MACHINE SCREW C4434000112 CENTER FRAME DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 95...
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HEX. HEAD BOLT 0207008000 HEX. NUT 8485161103 ROOF PANEL C4464100203 ROOF PANEL C4464100303 ROOF PANEL 0207008000 HEX. NUT 0800251701 FILLER COVER 0019206016 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0019208020 HEX. HEAD BOLT DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 97...
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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. PAGE 98 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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3875147204 WINDOW PLATE 3875147304 WINDOW PLATE 0207306000 HEX. NUT B9114000102 DOOR HANDLE 139LKDNUSA 0021806016 MACHINE SCREW 7975146004 DOOR ROD 7975146104 DOOR ROD 0845050704 STAY 0207006000 HEX. NUT DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 99...
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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-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 101...
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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. PAGE 102 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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HEX.HEAD BOLT 0042308000 LOCK WASHER 0042408000 PLAIN WASHER 8485171003 SIDE DOOR 8485970103 LINING 8485171103 SIDE DOOR 8485970303 LINING 7975171403 SIDE DOOR 8485970503 LINING 7975171203 SIDE DOOR 7975970704 LINING DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 103...
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MACHINE SCREW 0845046904 HINGE 0845045004 WASHER 0845047004 HINGE 0845045004 WASHER 0019208020 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0845031504 0601850097 STOPPER 0021008025 MACHINE SCREW 0021008020 MACHINE SCREW B9114000002 DOOR HANDLE 039LKDNUSA DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 105...
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DCA-500SSK — RUBBER SEAL ASSY. RUBBER SEAL ASSY. PAGE 106 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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0228801380 RUBBER SEAL 0229200780 RUBBER SEAL 0229201490 RUBBER SEAL 0229200595 RUBBER SEAL 0229201490 RUBBER SEAL 0228100280 RUBBER SEAL 0228100520 RUBBER SEAL 0228100150 RUBBER SEAL 0228100580 RUBBER SEAL DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #1 (04/14/01) — PAGE 107...
RMA. products on the face hereof. A copy of the Return Material Authorization must accompany the return shipment. PAGE 112 — DCA-500SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD) — REV. #1 (04/14/01)
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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 •...