Generator Start-Up Procedure (Manual); Generator Start-Up Procedure (Auto Mode) - MULTIQUIP DCA125USJ Operation And Parts Manual

DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE
16. Observe the generator's ammeter (Figure 53) and verify
it reads the anticipated amount of current with respect
to the load. The ammeter will only display a current
reading if a load is in use.
Figure 53. Ammeter (Load)
17. The generator will run until manually stopped or an
abnormal condition occurs.
Starting (Auto Mode)
DANGER - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAZARDS
Before connecting this generator to any
building's electrical system, a licensed
electrician must install an isolation
(transfer) switch . Serious damage to the
building's electrical system may occur
without this transfer switch.
CAUTION - BACKUP GENERATOR USE
When connecting the generator to a isolation (transfer)
switch, ALWAYS have power applied to the generator's
internal battery charger. This will ensure that the engine
will not fail due to a dead battery.
When the generator is set in the
AUTO mode, the generator will
automically start in the event of
NOTE
comercial power falling below a
prescribed level by means of a
contact closure that is generated
automatically by a transfer switch.
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WARNING - AUTO MODE MAINTENANCE
When running the generator in the AUTO mode, remember
the generator can start up at any time without warning.
NEVER attempt to perform any maintenance when the
generator is in the auto mode.
CAUTION - ENGINE SPEED SWITCH
The Engine Speed Switch must be set to the "High"
position when running in the Auto-Start mode. Failing to
set the switch in the proper position can result in damage
to your generator when it turns on.
NOTE
When starting generator in AUTO mode use the " Manual
Start-up" procedure except where noted (see below).
1. Perform steps 1 through 5 in the Before Starting section
as outlined in the Manual Starting Procedure .
2. Place the MPEC Control Switch (Figure 54) in the AUTO
position
Figure 54. MPEC Control Switch (AUTO)
3. Continue operating the generator as outlined in the
Manual Start-up procedure (start at step 9).
(AUTO MODE)
When the MPEC Control Switch
is placed in the AUTO position,
the engine glow plugs will be
warmed and the engine will start
automatically.