MQ Power DCA6SPX4F, Operation Manual

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DCA6SPX4F GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (03/12/21) — PAGE 27
OPERATION
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Place the external fuel valve lever in the ON position.
2. NEVER operate the generator with the doors open
(Figure 14). Operation with the doors open may cause
insufficient cooling of the unit, and engine damage may
result. Close the doors for normal operation.
Figure 14. Generator Doors
3.
NEVER
start the engine with the main circuit breaker
in the ON position. Always place circuit breaker
(Figure 15) in the OFF position before starting.
Figure 15. Main Circuit Breaker (OFF)
CAUTION
The engine’s exhaust contains harmful emissions.
ALWAYS have adequate ventilation when operating.
Direct exhaust away from nearby personnel.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Insert the key into the starter switch (Figure 16) and
turn it to the RUN position.
Figure 16. Starter Switch (RUN)
2. Verify that the oil pressure, temperature, charge and
glow plug lamps on the “Engine Warning Lamp Unit
Display” are lit. If either lamp is not lit, check the system
and wiring (refer to the Engine Operation Manual).
Figure 17. Engine Warning Lamp Unit (ON)
3. Turn the ignition key to the
HEAT
position (Figure 18).
When the preheat light goes off, turn the key to the
START position to start the engine. As soon as the
engine starts, release the key. The key will automatically
return to the
RUN
position.
Figure 18. Starter Switch (HEAT/RUN)