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SETUP
Figure 31. Engine Oil Dipstick
When checking the engine oil, be sure to check if the oil is
clean. If the oil is not clean, drain the oil by removing the oil
drain plug, and refill with the specified amount of oil as
outlined in the
John Deere Engine Owner's Manual.
Oil
should be warm before draining.
Other types of motor oils may be substituted if they meet the
following requirements:
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API Service Classification CC/SC
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API Service Classification CC/SD
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API Service Classification CC/SE
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API Service Classification CC/SF
Circuit Breakers
To protect the generator from an overload, a 3-pole, 500
amp,
circuit breaker is provided to protect the
from overload. In addition two
single-pole, 20 amp
circuit breakers are provided to
protect the GFCI receptacles from overload. Three 50 amp
circuit breakers have also been provided to protect the
auxiliary receptacles from overload. Make sure to switch
ALL
circuit breakers to the
OFF
position prior to starting the
engine.
Lubrication Oil
Fill the engine crankcase with lubricating oil through the filler
hole, but
DO NOT
overfill. Make sure the generator is level.
and verify that the oil level is maintained between the two
notches (Figure 31) on the dipstick. See Table 9 for proper
selection of engine oil.
Figure 32. Internal Fuel Tank System
Refilling the Fuel System
Fuel Check
This generator has an internal fuel tank located inside the
trailer frame and may also be equipped with an environmental
fuel tank (Figure 32).
fill the fuel tanks with clean
fresh
DO
NOT
fill the fuel tanks beyond their
capacities.
Pay attention to the fuel tank capacity when replenishing
fuel.The fuel tank cap must be closed tightly after filling.
Handle fuel in a safety container. If the container does not
have a spout, use a funnel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
immediately.
ONLY properly trained personel
who have read and
understand this section should refill the fuel tank system.
CAUTION - REFUELING THE GENERATOR
Fuel spillage on a
engine can cause a
or
. If fuel spillage occurs, wipe up the spilled fuel
completely to prevent fire hazards.
NEVER
smoke around
or near the generator.
DANGER - EXPLOSION/FIRE HAZARDS
-40
-30
-10
-20
-22
-40
-4
-14
0
32
50
68
86
104
122
10
20
30
40
50
F
C
10W40
30
ARCTIC
OIL
5W30
10W/40
15W30
10W30
10W
20W40
OIL: SAE
Table 9. Recommended Motor Oil
Summary of Contents for DCA180SSJU WHISPERWATT SERIES
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