DCA-60SSI2 — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #3 (09/15/01) — PAGE 31
The definitions below describe the controls and functions of
the DCA-60SSI2 "
Engine Operating Panel Engine Operating Panel
Engine Operating Panel Engine Operating Panel
Engine Operating Panel
" (Figure 9).
1. Oil Pressure Gauge – Normal operation should be about
25 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.
2. 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.
3. Water Temperature Gauge – During normal operation
this gauge be should read between 165
o
to 215
o
.
DCA-60SSI2 — ENGINE OPERATING PANEL
4. 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.
5. Indicator Lights - These lights indicate if the oil
pressure or water temperature is at dangerous levels
and will shut off the engine. The oil pressure indicator
will initially light at start-up, but will go off once the
pressure rises.
6. Panel light switch- When activiated, will turn on control
panel light.
7. Lamp Check Switch - This is used to check the
indicator lights. Turn on the engine, then press this to
check the bulbs. If they don’t light, replace the bulbs.
8. Engine Throttle Lever - Pull or push this lever to change
the speed of the engine when a load is applied.
9. Pre-Heat Indicator – Under cold conditions, turn the
starter key to preheat. Once the indicator lights, the
engine is ready to start.
10. Starter Switch - Turn this to start, stop, and preheat
the engine.
11. Tachometer – Indicates engine speed in RPM’s for 60
Hz operation. This meter should indicate 1800 RPM’s
when the engine is at full speed and a load is applied.
In addition, a built in hour meter will record the number
of operational hours that the generator has been in use.