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PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL WHISPERWATT SERIES MODEL DCA-180SSV 60 Hz GENERATOR PARTS LIST NO. C0870301204 Serial Number 3770213~ Revision #1 (04/14/10) THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
Quantity, Part Number and Description of Each Part NOTICE 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! DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 5...
DANGER - ELECTROCUTION HAZARDS During operation of this generator, there exists the possibility of electrocution, electrical shock or burn, which can cause severe bodily harm or even DEATH! PAGE 8 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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This generator, other property, or the surrounding environment NOTE could be damaged if you do not follow instructions. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 9...
■ Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modifications. Unauthorized equipment modification will void all warranties. ■ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and safety decals when they become difficult read. PAGE 10 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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See Table 6. ■ NEVER power cables or cords lay in wate r. ■ NEVER stand in water while AC power from the generator is being transfer to a load. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 11...
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■ DOT Requirements include the following: Connect and test electric brake operation. Secure portable power cables in cable tray with tie wraps. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 13...
The illustration below and on the preceding page show the decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer. Figure 2. Generator Decals PAGE 14 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 17...
Figure 5. Major Components DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 19...
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(ON). Main Circuit Breaker – This three-pole, 600A main breaker is provided to protect the the U,V, and W Output Terminal Lugs from overload. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 21...
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Crank Protection mode. If the engine engages at a speed (RPM's) that is not safe, the controller will shutdown the engine by initializing the Over Speed Protection mode. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 23...
Two (2) GFCI Circuit Breakers @ 20 amps are considered bonded grounds . ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Five (5) Output Terminal Lugs ( U, V, W, O, Ground) Figure 8. Output Terminal Panel PAGE 24 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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(CS-6369) recepacles (Figure 10) provided on the output terminal panel.These receptacles can only be accessed when the voltage selector switch is placed in the single- phase 240/120 position. Figure 10. 120/240V Twist-Lock Auxiliary Receptacles DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 25...
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3-pole, 1000A main circuit breaker is provided. Make sure to switch ALL circuit breakers to the OFF position prior to starting the engine. Figure 13. Over Current Relay Figure 12. Connecting Loads PAGE 26 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
(transfer) switch . Serious damage to the building’s . t f . t f . t f electrical system may occur without this transfer switch. t l u o r f t l o DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 27...
There exist the possibility of electrocution, electrical shock or burn, which can cause severe bodily harm or even death ! t l o l i a ) e l ) e l PAGE 28 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
The ammeter gauge will only NOTE show a reading when the Output Terminal Lugs are connected to a load and in use. Figure 15. Voltage Change-Over Board 240V Configuration DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 29...
Figure 24. UVWO Terminal Lugs increase voltage output, turn counterclockwise to 1Ø-139V Connections decrease voltage output. Use voltage regulator adjustment knob whenever fine tuning of the output voltage is required PAGE 30 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
Figure 28. UVWO Terminal Lugs ALWAYS make sure that the 1Ø-277V Connections connections to the UVWO NOTE terminals are secure and tight. The possibility of arcing exists, that could cause a fire. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 31...
API Service Classification CC/SD ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ API Service Classification CC/SE ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ API Service Classification CC/SF Figure 30. Internal Fuel Tank System PAGE 32 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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Figure 33. Full Fuel Tank CAUTION - REFUELING THE GENERATOR DO NOT OVER-FILL fuel system. Leave room for fuel expansion. Fuel expands when heated (Figure 34). Figure 34. Fuel Expansion DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 33...
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F - C ° F ° When the antifreeze is mixed with NOTE water, the antifreeze mixing ratio must be less than 50%. PAGE 34 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
Tighten all hose clamps and check hoses for leaks. If any hose ( fuel or oil ) lines are defective replace them immediately. Figure 36. Battery Connections DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 35...
4. Tighten terminal nuts securely to prevent load wires from slipping out. 5. Close all engine enclosure doors (Figure 38). Figure 42. Engine Running LED (ON) Figure 38. Engine Enclosure Doors PAGE 36 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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Under abnormal condition occurs. normal operating conditions the oil pressure is approximately 44 to 73 psi. (303~503 kPa). When starting Figure 47. Oil the genera Pressure Gauge DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 37...
When the MPEC Control Switch is placed in the AUTO position, NOTE the engine glow plugs will be warmed and the engine will start automatically. PAGE 38 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
OFF (not lit). 6. Remove all loads from the generator. 7. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening of components that may have occured during operation. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 39...
RED may not be cleaned or reused. meaning the element needs changing or service. After changing the air element, press the dust indicator button to reset the indicator. PAGE 40 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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Drain the fuel in the fuel body together with the mixed accumulated inside the fuel tank. water. DO NOT spill the fuel during disassembly. Vent any air Figure 57. Fuel Tank Cleaning DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 41...
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If generator is mounted on a trailer, jack trailer up and place on blocks so tires do not touch the ground or block and completely remove the tires. PAGE 42 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
7. Coupler - Type of hitch used on the trailer for towing. 16. Application - Indicates which units can be employed on a particular trailer. PAGE 44 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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SNUG FIT ONLY PARTS MUST ROTATE FREELY SHACKLE BOLT LOCKING NUTS OR COTTER PINS ARE PROVIDED SPRING EYE BOLT TO RETAIN NUT BOLT ASSEMBLY SHOULDER TYPE SHACKLE BOLT PAGE 46 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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" 2 " 3 " 4 " 5 " 6 Figure 64. Wheel Lug Nuts Tightening Sequence NEVER use an pneumatic air NOTE gun to tighten wheel lug nuts. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 47...
Figure 67. Error Code Low Radiator Coolant NOTE Switch is placed in the AUTO position, the same error codes will apply. Codes will not be active until the unit is activated. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 53...
Multiquip. 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 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
3 ..0601808804 .....CIRCUIT BREAKER, QOU250B 50A 3 ..V20549350 ......FILTER, WATER SEPARATOR Part numbers on this Suggested Spare Parts list may supersede/replace the P/N shown in the text NOTE pages of this book. DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 55...
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DCA-180SSV— CONTROL BOX ASSY. (CONT) CONTROL BOX ASSY. (CONT.) PAGE 62 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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COVER, CONTROL BOX 0017108020 HEX. HEAD BOLT C0213300104 SIDE PANEL, CONTROL BOX 0017108020 HEX. HEAD BOLT C0213400204 BACK PANEL, CONTROL BOX 0017108020 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0017110025 HEX. HEAD BOLT DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 63...
AFTER THE PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING ANY OTHER PAINTED PANEL TO INDICATE COLOR OF UNIT: MQW - WHITE MQGR - GRAY MQGRN - GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 66 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
AFTER THE PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING ANY OTHER PAINTED PANEL TO INDICATE COLOR OF UNIT: MQW - WHITE MQGR - GRAY MQGRN - GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 74 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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B9114000002 DOOR HANDLE 0021806016 MACHINE SCREW 0030006000 HEX. NUT 0845047104 HINGE 0845045004 WASHER 0019208020 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0845031504 BLIND PLUG C0463100502 ROOF PANEL C0493500104 ACOUSTIC SHEET 8452023004 COVER DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 75...
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AFTER THE PART NUMBER WHEN ORDERING ANY OTHER PAINTED PANEL TO INDICATE COLOR OF UNIT: MQW - WHITE MQGR - GRAY MQGRN - GREEN THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED. PAGE 76 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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HINGE 0845045004 WASHER 0019208020 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0601850097 STOPPER 0027208025 MACHINE SCREW 0845031504 BLIND PLUG C0483003503 SUPPORT LEG 0017110035 HEX. HEAD BOLT 0030010000 HEX. NUT 0041210000 FLAT WASHER DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 77...
DCA-180SSV— RUBBER SEALS ASSY. RUBBER SEALS ASSY. PAGE 78 — DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10)
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RUBBER SEAL 0228901055 RUBBER SEAL 0228900650 RUBBER SEAL 0228900710 RUBBER SEAL 0229201140 RUBBER SEAL 0228801050 RUBBER SEAL 0228800640 RUBBER SEAL 0228800680 RUBBER SEAL 0228100540 RUBBER SEAL 0228100370 RUBBER SEAL DCA-180SSV— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (04/14/10) — PAGE 79...
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