John Deere Products & Services DCA70SSJU4i Portable Generator User Manual


 
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INSPECTION/SETUP
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To protect the generator from an overload, a 3-pole, 200
amp, main circuit breaker is provided to protect the 
and W Output Terminals from overload. In addition two
single-pole, 20 amp circuit breakers are provided to
protect the GFCI receptacles from overload. Three 50 amp
load circuit breakers have also been provided to protect the
auxiliary receptacles from overload. Make sure to switch
 circuit breakers to the OFF position prior to starting
the engine.
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Fill the engine crankcase with lubricating oil through the
filler hole, but DO NOT overfill. Make sure the generator is
level and verify that the oil level is maintained between the
two notches (Figure 32) on the dipstick. See Table 13 for
proper selection of engine oil.
Figure 32. Engine Oil Dipstick
When checking the engine oil, be sure to check if the oil is
clean. If the oil is not clean, drain the oil by removing the
oil drain plug, and refill with the specified amount of oil as
outlined in the . Oil
should be warm before draining.
Delo
®
engine oil is the recommended engine oil for this
generator. When replacing engine oil please refill using
Delo
®
400 LE SAE 15W-40 (API CJ-4) engine oil.
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Refilling the Fuel System
This generator may have a fuel tank (Figure 33) located
inside the trailer frame.  fill the fuel tank with clean
fresh  fill the fuel tank beyond its
capacity.
Pay attention to the fuel tank capacity when replenishing
fuel. The fuel tank cap must be closed tightly after filling.
Handle fuel in a safety container. If the container does
not have a spout, use a funnel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
immediately.
Figure 33. Trailer Mounted Fuel Tank
DANGER
Fuel spillage on a hot engine can cause
a fire or explosion. If fuel spillage occurs,
wipe up the spilled fuel completely to
prevent fire hazards.  smoke
around or near the generator.
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and understand this section should refill the fuel tank
system.