Multiquip DCA45SSKU3 Portable Generator User Manual


 
PAGE 34 — DCA45SSK/KU3 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (12/15/11)
GENERATOR SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURES
2. Place the engine speed control switch (Figure 51) in
the Start/Idle position (down).
Figure 51. Engine Speed Control Switch
Start Idle Position
3. Let the engine cool by running it at low speed for 3-5
minutes with no load applied.
4. Place the ignition switch (Figure 52) in the “STOP
position, remove the key and store in a safe place.
Figure 52. Ignition Switch (Stop Position)
5. Remove all loads from the generator.
6. Inspect entire generator for any damage or loosening of
components that may have occurred during operation.
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
1. Turn ignition switch key to the STOP position.
2. To shut-down the engine in the event of an emergency,
switch the MAIN, GFCI and LOAD (Figure 50) circuit
breakers to OFF position.
AUTOMATIC SHUT-DOWN SYSTEM
This unit is equipped with safety devices to automatically
stop the engine in the event of low oil pressure, approximately
7 psi (49 kPa), or high water temperature, approximately
230° F (110° C). The alarm lamps on the Engine Control
Panel illuminate to signify the reason for the shutdown.
START/IDLE
NOTICE
Before inspecting, turn the ignition switch to the STOP
position, place all circuit breakers in the OFF position
and allow sufficient time for adequate cooling. When
ready to restart, complete all steps in the Generator
Startup Procedure section of this manual.
10. Place the main, GFCI, and aux. circuit breakers in the
ON position (Figure 48).
Figure 48. Main, Aux. and GFCI
Circuit Breakers (ON)
11. Observe the generator’s ammeter (Figure 49) 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 49. Ammeter (Load)
12. The generator will run until manually stopped or an
abnormal condition occurs.
NORMAL SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
To shutdown the generator, use the following procedure:
1. Place both the MAIN, GFCI and LOAD circuit breakers
as shown in Figure 50 to the OFF position..
Figure 50. Main, GFCI and Load
Circuit Breakers Off
WARNING
NEVER stop the engine suddenly except in an
emergency.