Filter
Top Products
DCA-400SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL (STD)— REV. #3 (09/17/01) — PAGE 33
The definitions below describe the controls and functions of
the DCA-400SSK "
Engine Operating Panel Engine Operating Panel
Engine Operating Panel Engine Operating Panel
Engine Operating Panel
"(Figure 10).
1. Throttle Handle ( up to S/N 3701676) - This handle
controls the speed of the engine (low or high).
2. Tachometer – Indicates engine speed in RPM’s for 60
Hz operation. This meter should indicate 1800 RPM’s
when the rated load is applied. In addition a built in hour
meter will record the number of operational hours that
the generator has been in use.
3. Engine Warning Display Module – This module
display’s the following engine failures:
DCA-400SSK — ENGINE OPERATING PANEL
A. Overheat Lamp – This lamp goes ON when
the cooling water temperature rises
abnormally. If the lamp goes ON during normal
operation of the generator, the emergency
shutdown device will stop the engine
automatically.
B. Low Oil Pressure Lamp – During normal
operation of the generator this lamp should
remain OFF. When the Auto-OFF/Reset-
Manual switch is set to the “Manual” position
to start the engine, the lamp will be lit. After
the oil pressure rises after start-up the lamp will go
OFF. If this lamp is ever lit (ON) during normal operation
of the generator, the emergency shutdown device will
stop the engine automatically.
C. Low Fuel Level Lamp – When this lamp is
ON, it is time to stop the engine and add
fuel. Remember to let the engine cool before
adding fuel.
10. Emergency Stop Button – Push this
button inward to stop the engine in the
event of an emergency. DO NOT use this
button as a means of stopping the
engine.
12. Battery Switch – This switch should
be set to the ON position during
normal operation. When the engine
has been stop, place this switch in
the OFF position. DO NOT turn this
switch during normal operation, it
could cause damage to the electrical
equipment
4. Oil Pressure Gauge – During normal operation this
gauge be should read between 42-71 psi. When starting
the generator the oil pressure mar read a little bit higher,
but after the engine warms up the oil pressure should
return to normal.
5. Water Temperature Gauge – During normal operation
this gauge be should read between 165-203
o
F.
6. Charging Ammeter Gauge – Indicates the current
being supplied by the engine’s alternator which provides
current for generator’s control circuits and battery
charging system.
7. Fuel Gauge - Indicates amount of diesel fuel available.
8. Pre-Heat Lamp – Indicates that the glow
plugs of the diesel engine are hot and the
engine is ready to be started.
9. Pre-Heat Lamp –Press and hold this
button until the preheat lamp is lit (ON).
D. Low Battery Fluid Lamp – This lamp goes
ON when the battery fluid is low. If this lamp
goes ON during normal operation of the
generator, stop the engine and fill the
battery with distilled water to the specified
level.
E. Clogged Air Filter Lamp – This lamp goes
ON when the air filter is clogged. If this
lamp goes ON during normal operation of
the generator, stop the engine and replace
the air filter.
11. Ignition Switch (up to S/N3696509)
– Use this switch to preheat the
engine and turn on the generator
(This feature will not be on the unit if
it is equipped with a engine controller-
see Control Panel).
13. Engine Speed Switch (S/N 3701677~) – This switch
controls the speed of the engine (high/low).