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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL MODEL DA7000SSA2 DA7000SSA2GH PORTABLE GENERATORS (KUBOTA Z482-E4B-DGDE-2 DIESEL ENGINE) Revision #0 (03/26/15) To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Multiquip at 1-800-421-1244. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
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SAFETY INFORMATION Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the Potential hazards associated with the operation of this entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with understand the safety messages and operating instructions safety messages.
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SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not recommended by MQ Power for this equipment. Damage CAUTION to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective ALWAYS know the location of the nearest clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, fi re extinguisher.
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SAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE SAFETY NOTICE DANGER NEVER run engine without an air fi lter or with a dirty air fi lter. Severe engine damage may occur. Service air fi lter The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon frequently to prevent engine malfunction.
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SAFETY INFORMATION FUEL SAFETY Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer “gross DANGER vehicle weight rating.” DO NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible ...
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SAFETY INFORMATION ELECTRICAL SAFETY Make sure power cables are securely connected to the generator’s output receptacles. Incorrect connections DANGER may cause electrical shock and damage to the generator. DO NOT touch output terminals during operation. Contact with output terminals NOTICE during operation can cause electrocution, ...
SAFETY INFORMATION EMISSIONS INFORMATION If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into contact with clothing or skin, rinse skin or clothing NOTICE immediately with plenty of water. The diesel engine used in this equipment has been If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into designed to reduce harmful levels of carbon monoxide contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty (CO), hydrocarbons (HC) and nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Dry Net Weight 527 lbs. (239 kg) NOTICE In keeping with Multiquip's policy of constantly improving its products, the specifications quoted herein are subject to change without prior notice. PAGE 12 — DA7000SSA2/SSA2GH GENERATOR• OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/26/15)
SPECIFICATIONS (ENGINE) Table 2. Specifications (Engine) Kubota Engine Model Z482-E4B-DGDE-2 Tier Gen. Enclosure Color White Type Vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel engine 2.64 in. X 2.68 in. Bore X Stroke (67 mm x 68 mm.) Displacement 29.23 cu.-in. (479 cm Number of Cylinders Max Output 12.5~13.9 H.P./3600 R.P.M.
INSTALLATION CONNECTING THE GROUND Consult with local Electrical and Safety Codes for proper connection based on condition of use. EXAMPLE of how to ground the unit if the condition of use requires such a device: The nut and ground terminal on the generator should always be used to connect the generator to a suitable ground when required.
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INSTALLATION OUTDOOR INSTALLATION GENERATOR GROUNDING If possible install the generator in a area that is free of To guard against electrical shock and possible damage to the equipment, it is important to provide a good EARTH debris, bystanders, and overhead obstructions. Make sure the generator is on secure level ground so that it cannot ground.
Reference Table 2, engine specifications. This unit is equipped with a temperature switch that signals In keeping with Multiquip's policy of constantly improving the emergency relay and automatically stops the engine its products, the specifications quoted herein are subject when the temperature of the engine coolant becomes to change without prior notice.
COMPONENTS (GENERATOR) Figure 3. Generator Components (1 of 3) 1. Fuel Gauge — Indicates the amount of fuel in the 10. Automatic Idle Control Solenoid — Automatically fuel tank. regulates engine speed depending on load. 2. Air Outlet Exhaust — Allows engine exhaust to exit 11.
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COMPONENTS (GENERATOR) Figure 4. Generator Components (2 of 3) 17. Fuel Drain Plug — Remove this plug to drain fuel 22. Duplex Receptacle — NEMA 5-20R receptacle from the fuel tank. provides 120V, 60 Hz output at 20 amps. 18. Frame Ground Lug — Connect a ground strap 23.
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OFF and consult your the generator will shut down. authorized Multiquip service dealer. Charge Lamp — The charge lamp will go on when loss of engine alternator charge exists and 29.
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COMPONENTS (GENERATOR) 120V 240V/120V FULL POWER STOP SWITCH HEAT AC VOLTMETER START IDLE CONTROL AC CIRCUIT BREAKER G.F.C.I. PROTECTED QUARTZ STARTER SWITCH WHISPERWATT 7kW AC GENERATOR ALL RECEPTECALES HOUR METER G.F.C.I. PROTECTED A9210 0260 CIRCUIT BREAKER S-3031 for 120V for 120V for 120V/240V 120V 120V/240V...
COMPONENTS (ENGINE) Figure 9. Kubota Z482 Series INITIAL SERVICING 8. Cooling Fan Blades — Make sure cooling fan blades The engine (Figure 9) must be checked for proper lubrication and filled with fuel prior to operation. Refer to are not bent or broken. A damaged fan blade can cause the engine to run hot and overheat.
LOAD APPLICATIONS Single Phase Load — 60 Hz To determine the running wattage for your load, multiply the running wattage as indicated by steps 1, 2, and 3 below: Always be sure to check the nameplate on the generators 1. INCANDESCENT LOADS and equipment to insure the wattage, amperage and Lights, heaters and similar appliances.
INSPECTION/SETUP GENERAL INSPECTION PRIOR TO OPERATION NOTICE Ground Power Tools Double-insulated power tools and small appliances have specially insulated housings that eliminate the When using power tools or electrical equipment requireing need for a ground. These types of double-insulated AC power from the generator, make sure power tool cord power cords are designed so that no part of the device has a ground pin or is double insulated as shown in Figure 10.
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INSPECTION/SETUP Before Starting 4. If the oil level is low, remove the oil filler cap (Figure 13) and fill to a safe operating level (max) as indicated by 1. Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual. the dipstick. Fill with recommended type oil as listed in Table 6.
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INSPECTION/SETUP Fuel Check Coolant (Antifreeze) Fill the fuel tank with #2 diesel fuel. DO NOT fill the tank Kubota recommends Antifreeze/Summer Coolant for use beyond capacity. in thier engines, which can be purchased in concentrate (and mixed with 50% demineralized water) or pre-diluted. Pay attention to the fuel tank capacity when replenishing See the Kubota Engine Owner's Manual for further details.
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INSPECTION/SETUP CLEANING THE RADIATOR DO NOT over fill. Check to see whether the battery cables are loose. Poor contact may result in poor starting The engine may overheat if the radiator fins become or malfunctions. Always keep the terminals firmly overloaded with dust or debris.
INSPECTION/SETUP 2. Place a small amount of battery terminal treatment compound around both battery terminals. This will ensure a good connection and will help prevent corrosion around the battery terminals. NOTICE If the battery cable is connected incorrectly, electrical damage to the generator will occur. Pay close attention to the polarity of the battery when connecting the battery.
ON position. Always place circuit been detected. breakers (Figure 21) in the OFF position before starting Multiquip recommends that the GFCI sensing module the engine. be tested before each use of the generator. Refer to the maintenance section of this manual for testing of the GFCI module.
OPERATION 2. Place auxiliary circuit breakers (Figure 25) in the ON 4. If the engine does not start within 10 seconds after the position. key is turned to the START position, wait for about 30 seconds and repeat the procedure as described in steps 1-3.
OPERATION/SHUTDOWN Stopping the Engine (Normal Shutdown) 4. The CS-6369 receptacle is a dual voltage receptacle (120/240 volts). Using an external voltmeter as shown 1. Place main circuit breaker (Figure 29) in the OFF in Figure 27, verify that 120/240 VAC is present at the position.
PREPARATION FOR LONG TERM STORAGE Generator Storage For storage of the generating set for over 30 days, the following is required: Run the engine until all the fuel is completely consumed. Drain the fuel tank completely, or add STA-BIL to the fuel ...
MAINTENANCE Use Table 9 as a general maintenance guideline when servicing your engine. For more detail engine maintenance information, refer to the engine owner's manual supplied with your engine. Table 9. Engine Maintenance Schedule EVERY EVERY 8 FIRST EVERY 3 EVERY 6 EVERY DESCRIPTION...
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MAINTENANCE Maintenance 2. Screw on new oil filter by hand until seal contacts the filter mounting base. Install drain bolt with sealing Perform the scheduled maintenance procedures as defined washer and hand tighten. by Table 9 and below: NOTICE Engine Oil When installing the oil filter, coat rubber seal with a Every 200 hours: Change engine oil after the first 50 hours small amount of lubricant (motor oil).
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MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Fuel Filter Radiator Every 100 hours: Clean fuel filter every 100 hours of Check Daily: Always check the level of the coolant in the operation or once a month to remove dust or water. radiator before starting the engine. Remove the radiator cap and verify that the coolant reaches top of radiator coils.
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MAINTENANCE TESTING THE GFCI MODULE 2. Flush the radiator by running clean tap water through radiator until signs of rust and dirt are removed. DO If tripping of the main circuit breaker persists after a load is NOT clean radiator core with any objects, such as a replaced with a known good one (no short circuit), perform screwdriver.
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MAINTENANCE 5. Next, press the TEST button on the GFCI module and 8. Verify that the AC voltmeter is registering a voltage verify that the green POWER LED turns OFF and the reading as shown in Figure 46. red fault LED turns ON (Figure 43). Figure 46.
MAINTENANCE (TRAILER) TRAILER MAINTENANCE If the trailer has not been used for an extended amount of time, have the bearings inspected and packed more The following trailer maintenance guidelines are intended frequently, at least every six months and prior to use. to assist the operator in preventive maintenance.
MAINTENANCE (TRAILER) Leaf Suspension DANGER The leaf suspension springs and associated components NEVER crawl under the trailer unless it is on fi rm (Figure III) should be visually inspected every 6,000 miles and level ground and resting on properly placed and for signs of excessive wear, elongation of bolt holes, and secured jackstands.
TRAILER GUIDELINES The following guidelines are intended to assist the operator Shift your automatic transmission into a lower gear for in the operation and handling of a trailer. city driving. Safety precautions should be followed at all times when ...
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TRAILER GUIDELINES DRIVING CONDITIONS for the use of your trailer. Again, be sure your hitch and tow vehicle are rated for the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of When towing a trailer, you will have decreased acceleration, your trailer. increased stopping distance, and increased turning radius WARNING (which means you must make wider turns to keep from hitting curbs, vehicles, and anything else that is on the...
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TRAILER GUIDELINES INOPERABLE BRAKES, LIGHTS OR MIRRORS Drive slowly at fi rst, 5 mph or so, and turn the wheel to get the feel of how the tow vehicle and trailer combination Be sure that the brakes and all of the lights on your trailer responds.
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TRAILER GUIDELINES To determine the “empty” or “net” weight of your trailer, weigh it on an axle scale. To fi nd the weight of the trailer using an axle scale, you must know the axle weights of your tow vehicle without the trailer coupled. Some of the trailer weight will be transferred from the trailer to the tow vehicle axles, and an axle scale weighs all axles, including the tow vehicle axles.
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TRAILER GUIDELINES SAFETY CHAINS Check the locking device that secures the coupler to the ball for proper operation. If the coupler connection comes loose, the safety chains If you see or feel evidence of wear, such as fl at spots, can keep the trailer attached to the tow vehicle.
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TRAILER GUIDELINES Lower the trailer (Figure D) until the coupler fully engages WARNING the hitch ball. A worn, cracked or corroded hitch ball can fail while 2-INCH towing and may result in death or serious injury. TRAILER COUPLER VEHICLE Before coupling trailer, inspect the hitch ball for wear, corrosion and cracks.
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TRAILER GUIDELINES Attaching Safety Chain Backup Lights (place tow vehicle gear shift in reverse). Turn Signals (activate tow vehicle directional signal Visually inspect the safety chains and hooks for wear or lever). damage. Replace worn or damaged safety chains and hooks before towing.
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TRAILER GUIDELINES PINTLE HITCH COUPLER If you see or feel evidence of wear, such as fl at spots, deformations, pitting or corrosion, on the pintle hook or A pintle eye coupler (Figure F) connects to a pintle-hook coupler, immediately have your dealer inspect them to hitch that is located on or under the rear bumper of the tow determine the proper action to prevent possible failure of vehicle.
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TRAILER GUIDELINES Raise the bottom surface of the coupler to be above the Lower the trailer so that its entire tongue weight is held top of the pintle hitch hook. Use the tongue jackstand by the hitch. to support the trailer tongue. Wood or concrete blocks ...
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TRAILER GUIDELINES wrench, use a lug wrench (from your tow vehicle) and This certifi cation/VIN label will indicate the trailer’s Gross tighten the nuts as much as you can. Then have a service Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). This is the most weight garage or trailer dealer tighten the lug nuts to the proper the fully loaded trailer can weigh.
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TRAILER GUIDELINES Step 2. along with other care and maintenance activities, can also: Determine the weight of the equipment being loaded on the tow vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed Improve vehicle handling. the available equipment load capacity. The trailer’s Tire ...
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TRAILER GUIDELINES Next number: This two-digit number is the wheel or rim in the tire. In general, the greater the number of plies, the diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you more weight a tire can support. Tire manufacturers also will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel must indicate the materials in the tire, which include steel, diameter.
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TRAILER GUIDELINES Tires for light trucks have other markings besides those sidewall should not be repaired. Tires must be removed found on the sidewalls of passenger tires. from the rim to be properly inspected before being plugged and patched. LT: The “LT” indicates the tire is for light trucks or trailers. Replacing Worn or Damaged Tires ST: An “ST”...
TRAILER GUIDELINES Wheel Rims 3. Check to see if the lug nuts are tight after the fi rst 10, 25 and 50 miles of driving and before each tow If the trailer has been struck, or impacted, on or near the thereafter wheels, or if the trailer has struck a curb, inspect the rims for damage (i.e.
TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE AND GENERATOR) Table 10. Engine and Generator Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION Dead Battery? Replace Battery. Defective Starter Switch? Replace Switch. Engine fails to start and starter does not rotate. Defective Starter? Replace Starter. Fuse F5 Burned Out? Replace Fuse.
TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Table 11. Engine Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION No fuel? Replenish fuel. Air in the fuel system? Bleed system. Water in the fuel system? Remove water from fuel tank. Fuel pipe clogged? Clean fuel pipe. Fuel filter clogged? Clean or change fuel filter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE) Table 11. Engine Troubleshooting (Continued) SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION Fuel filter clogged or dirty? Clean or change. Air cleaner clogged? Clean or change. Fuel leak due to loose injection pipe retaining Tighten nut. nut? Engine revolution is not Injection pump malfunctioning? Repair or replace.
A blank entry generally indicates that the item is not sold “Not Sold Separately” — Indicates that an item cannot separately or is not sold by Multiquip. Other entries will be purchased as a separate item and is either part of an be clarifi ed in the “Remarks”...
COOLANT OPERATING PROCEDURE electrical system, a licensed electrician must install LEVEL mixture is recommended. an isolation [transfer] switch. MULTIQUIP WhisperWatt 3. Engine oil level. AC Generator Serious injury or death may result without this WARNING 1. Check the oil level.
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NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS A5551000803 DECAL: AC POWER OUTPUT ......1....A55100080 1630610504 DECAL: CAUTION ..........2....S1409 A5552000113 DECAL: OPERATING PROCEDURE ....1....A55200011 6390671104 DECAL: IMPORTANT "CHECK DAILY" ....1....S2377 0820610404 DECAL: WARNING ..........1....S3627 8700611904 DECAL: DANGER ELECT. SHOCK HAZ...1....S4985 8700611804 DECAL: WARNING DANGEROUS GAS ...1....S4984 0800689404...
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FUEL TANK ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS D2365000013B FUEL TANK ............1....REPLACES P/N D2365000013 A9924800024 FUEL TANK CAP ASSY........1....INCLUDES ITEM W/# 0810105800 CAP, FUEL TANK 0810105900 FUEL STRAINER 0602125033 FUEL GAUGE D2365200004B TANK BAND ............2....REPLACES P/N D2365200004 0805003414 PAD, TANK BAND 011106015 HEX.
ENCLOSURE ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS A5465000112 ROOF PANEL 011106015 HEX HEAD BOLT ..........15....REPLACES P/N 0016906015 8432081004 COVER,RADIATOR CAP 011106015 HEX HEAD BOLT ..........2....REPLACES P/N 0016906015 D2455000113 SIDE DOOR A5495400704 LINING D2455000013 SIDE DOOR A5495400604 LINING 0605010215 DOOR HANDLE 0021805016 MACHINE SCREW 0810014704...
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RUBBER SEALS ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS Y0221200470 RUBBER SEAL 0221200760 RUBBER SEAL Y0221200325 RUBBER SEAL Y0221200125 RUBBER SEAL 0222600100 RUBBER SEAL 0228300600 RUBBER SEAL 0228300200 RUBBER SEAL 0228300550 RUBBER SEAL 0227600130 RUBBER SEAL 0227600500 RUBBER SEAL 0222100300 RUBBER SEAL DA7000SSA2/SSA2GH GENERATOR•...
KUBOTA Z482-E4B ENGINE — HEAD COVER ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 1G95714504 COVER, CYLINDER HEAD ASSY.....1....INCLUDES ITEMS W/$ 020$ 1624173370 PIPE, WATER RETURN 030$ 1G91105203 COMP. VALVE, BREATHER 040$ 1G80105120 COVER, BREATHER 050$ 0302450510 SCREW, SEMS PAN HEAD 070$ 1G95714520 GASKET, HEAD COVER...
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KUBOTA Z482-E4B ENGINE — CAMSHAFT AND IDLE GEAR ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 1685115552 TAPPET 1685115110 PUSH ROD 1582116015 CAMSHAFT ASSY..........1....S/N 4DMZ999 AND BELOW INCLUDES ITEMS W/# 1582116018 CAMSHAFT ASSY..........1....S/N 4DN0001 AND ABOVE INCLUDES ITEMS W/$ 040#$ 0771500401 BALL 1/4 050#...
KUBOTA Z482-E4B ENGINE — DYNAMO AND PULLEY ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 1753164012 DYNAMO ASSY. 1259964420 STAY, DYNAMO 1687191030 BOLT 0115350855 HEX, BOLT 0401350080 WASHER, FLAT 0215650080 HEX, NUT 0451250080 WASHER, SPRING LOCK 0102350616 BOLT, SEMS 1685174280 PULLEY, FAN DRIVE 1588191030 BOLT 1980572530...
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KUBOTA Z482-E4B ENGINE — FAN ASSY. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 1586774112 1584174250 PULLEY, FAN 0175450610 BOLT, FLANGE DA7000SSA2/SSA2GH GENERATOR• OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/26/15) — PAGE 145...
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