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DCA-45USI — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL (STD) — REV. #2 (04/22/05) — PAGE 23
DCA-45USI — ENGINE OPERATING PANEL
The definitions below describe the controls and functions of
the DCA-45USI "
Engine Operating Panel
" (Figure 6).
1. Panel Light - Normally used in dark places or at night.
When activated, panel will luminate. When the generator
is not in use, turn the panel light switch to the OFF
position.
2. Panel Light Switch- When activated, will turn on control
panel light.
3. Oil Pressure Lamp - Indicates that the oil pressure is
too low and will shut down the engine.
4. Water Temperature Lamp - Indicates that the water
temperature is too hot and will shut down the engine.
5. Fuel Filter Water Level Alarm Lamp - This lamp turns
on when water in the filter is detected. Drain the water
in the fuel filter strainer to correct the problem.
6. Pre-heat Lamp - This indicates when the engine has
been preheated and is ready for starting. In cold weather
conditions, it may be several minutes before the lamp
illuminates.
7. Fuel Leak Detected Alarm – This indicates that liquid
is present in the fuel tank containment basin. Drain the
containment basin and repair any leaks.
8. 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.
9. Fuel Gauge - Indicates amount of diesel fuel available.
10. 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.
11. Water Temperature Gauge – During normal operation
this gauge be should read between 165
o
F to 203
o
F.
12. Oil Pressure Gauge – Normal operation should be about
28 to 71 psi. When starting the generator the oil pressure
may read a bit higher, but after the engine warms up
the oil pressure should return to normal.
13. Starter Switch – Three position switch, stop,
preheat/run and start. Insert ignition key to start and
stop engine.
Figure 6. Engine Operating Panel