PAGE 36 — DCA300SSJU4F2 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/26/18)
INSPECTION/SETUP
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
To protect the generator from an overload, a 3-pole, 800
amp, main circuit breaker is provided to protect the
U,V,
and W Output Terminals
from overload. In addition two
single-pole, 20 amp
GFCI
circuit breakers are provided to
protect the GFCI receptacles from overload. Three 50 amp
load
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 35) on the dipstick. See Table 11 for
proper selection of engine oil.
Figure 35. 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 Owner’s Manual
. Oil should
be warm before draining.
API service class engine oil is the recommended engine
oil for this generator. When replacing engine oil please refill
using API CJ-4, ACEA E9 or ACEA E6 engine oil.
Table 11. Recommended Motor Oil
FUEL CHECK
Refilling the Fuel System
This generator has an internal fuel tank located inside the
enclosure ().
ALWAYS
fill the fuel tank with clean fresh
#2
diesel fuel. DO NOT
fill the fuel tank beyond its capacity.
Some units may be equipped with a fuel cell mounted inside
the trailer frame.
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.
Figure 36. Internal Fuel Tank System
DANGER
Fuel spillage on a
hot
engine can cause
a
fire
or
explosion
. If fuel spillage occurs,
wipe up the spilled fuel completely to
prevent fire hazards.
NEVER
smoke
around or near the generator.
CAUTION
ONLY properly trained personnel
who have read
and understand this section should refill the fuel tank
system.
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INTERNAL
FUEL TANK
FUEL CAP