AlphaGen DCX3000, Operation Manual

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041-028-B0-003, Rev. C
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4. Insert key and turn the ENGINE SW to the ON position.
5. If the engine is cold, pull the CHOKE knob out.
6. Turn the FUEL VALVE to the ON position.
7. Pull the starter handle (right side panel) until the engine starts. Verify the OUTPUT INDICATOR
LED is a steady green (not blinking). If the OUTPUT INDICATOR LED is fl ashing red, a voltage
mis-match has occurred, or the battery pack is excessively discharged. Refer to the voltage table
on page 19 for more information.
8. As the engine warms, push the CHOKE knob in.
4.0 Starting the Engine
Prior to starting the generator, review the Safety Information on page 6 of this manual.
Set the generator on a fl at, level surface, free of standing or running water, or combustible materials.
Operating the generator at an angle of more than 15 degrees may result in the oil level dropping
below a safe level. This may cause the low oil sensor to trip, or failure of the generator to shut down.
This generator runs very quietly. It is not always possible in ambient-noise situations to determine
whether it is running simply by sound. Verify that the generator is OFF before proceeding with the
following procedure.
Tools and Materials Needed:
#2 Flat-tip screwdriver (to open side panel)
Procedure:
1. Verify fuel is in the fuel tank.
2. Open the maintenance cover on the left side panel of the generator.
Set the Voltage Select switch to match the battery pack voltage (36V or
48V). Close cover before starting engine.
3. Verify polarity and battery voltage continuity on extension cables.
Connect the extension cable coupler to the DC OUT jack on the
generator. Verify the voltmeter indicates the voltage of the battery pack.
Voltage Select Switch
Set correct voltage on Voltage Select Switch. Generator will not engage with incorrect voltage
setting.
NOTE:
Fig. 4-1, Starting the Engine
ENGINE SW
(Step 4)
CHOKE
(Steps 5, 8)
FUEL VALVE
(Step 6)
DC OUT
(Step 3)
OUTPUT INDICATOR LED
(Step 7)