MQ Power WHISPERWATT DCA180SSK, Operation And Parts Manual

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DCA-180SSK — PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL— REV. #3 (06/11/09) — PAGE 33
The definitions below describe the controls and functions of the
DCA-180SSK "
Engine Operating Panel " (Figure 10).
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Oil Pressure Gauge – During normal operation this gauge
be should read in the “GREEN” zone. When starting the
generator the oil pressure mar read a little bit higher, but
after the engine warms up the oil pressure should return to
the green zone.
4. Water Temperature Gauge – During normal operation
this gauge be should read in the “GREEN” zone.
5. Fuel Gauge - Detects the amount of fuel available for
operation.
6. Engine Warning Display Module – This module display’s
the following engine failures:
DCA-180SSK — ENGINE OPERATING PANEL
A. Overheat Lamp – This lamp goes ON when
the cooling water temperature rises
abnormally. If the lamp goes ON during
normal operation of the generator, the
emergency shutdown device will stop the
engine automatically.
B. Low Oil Pressure Lamp – During normal
operation of the generator this lamp should
remain OFF. When the Auto-OFF/Reset-
Manual switch is set to the “Manual” position
to start the engine, the lamp will be lit. After
the oil pressure rises after start-up the lamp
will go OFF. If this lamp is ever lit (ON) during normal
operation of the generator, the emergency shutdown
device will stop the engine automatically.
C. Low Fuel Level Lamp – When this lamp is
ON, it is time to stop the engine and add
fuel. Remember to let the engine cool before
adding fuel.
D. Low Battery Fluid Lamp – This lamp
goes ON when the battery fluid is low. If
this lamp goes ON during normal
operation of the generator, stop the
engine and fill the battery with distilled
water to the specified level.
E. Clogged Air Filter Lamp – This lamp goes
ON when the air filter is clogged. If this lamp
goes ON during normal operation of the
generator, stop the engine and replace the air
filter.
7. Speed Switch- Adjusts the speed of the
engine from high to low.
9. Pre-Heat Button – Press hold this button until
the preheat lamp is lit (ON).
8. Pre-Heat Lamp – Indicates that the glow
plugs of the diesel engine are hot and the
engine is ready to be started.
10. Emergency Stop Switch – Push
this button inward to stop the engine
in the event of an emergency.
DO
NOT use this button as a means of
stopping the engine. Turn the button
clockwise to disengage the stop
function.
11. Battery Switch – This switch should
be set to the ON position during normal
operation. When the engine has been
stop, place this switch in the OFF
position.
DO NOT turn this switch during
normal operation, it could cause
damage to the electrical equipment.