Multiquip DCA250SSIU Portable Generator User Manual


 
DCA250SSI/DCA250SSIU GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (01/12/11) — PAGE 31
INSPECTION/SETUP
Refueling Procedure:
1. Level Tanks — Make sure fuel cells are level with the
ground. Failure to do so will cause fuel to spill from the
tank before reaching full capacity (Figure 29).
Figure 29. Only Fill on Level Ground
WARNING
Diesel fuel and its vapors are dangerous
to your health and the surrounding
environment. Avoid skin contact and/or
inhaling fumes.
CAUTION
ALWAYS place trailer on fi rm level ground before
refueling to prevent spilling and maximize the amount
of fuel that can be pumped into the tank.
NOTICE
ONLY use #2 diesel fuel when refueling.
2. Open cabinet doors on the “right side” of the generator
(from generator control panel position). Remove fuel
cap and fi ll tank (Figure 30).
Figure 30. Fueling the Generator
3. NEVER overfi ll fuel tank — It is important to read the
fuel gauge when fi lling trailer fuel tank. DO NOT wait
for fuel to rise in fi ller neck (Figure 31).
Figure 31. Full Fuel Tank
Figure 32. Fuel Expansion
CAUTION
DO NOT OVERFILL fuel system. Leave room for fuel
expansion. Fuel expands when heated (Figure 32).