DCA400SSI4F/DCA400SSI4F3 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #3 (04/18/22) — PAGE 57
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BATTERY CHARGER
OUTPUT TERMINAL
PANEL ASSEMBLY
ENGINE BLOCK
HEATER
(TWO REQUIRED)
TO STARTER “B”
TERMINAL
RED 16 AWG.
TO CHASSIS
GROUND
GREEN 16 AWG.
BATTERY CHARGER
120 VAC INPUT
RECEPTACLE
ENGINE BLOCK
HEATER
120 VAC INPUT
RECEPTACLE
MAINTENANCE
Figure 81. Engine Block Heater and Battery Charger (Options)
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER AND
INTERNAL BATTERY CHARGER
120 VAC INPUT RECEPTACLES (OPTIONAL)
This generator can be equipped as an
option
with an
engine block heater
and an
internal battery charger
.
They are provided with electric cords to connect to a
commercial power source.
The engine block heater and internal battery charger both
require 120 VAC in order to operate. Two power receptacles
(Figure 81) are provided on the output terminal panel to
allow commercial power to be applied.
These units will
ONLY
function when commercial power
has been supplied to them. When using extension cords,
refer to Table 7 for the correct size and length.
When using the generator in
hot
climates there is no need
to apply power to the engine block heater. However, if the
generator will be used in
cold
climates, it is best to apply
power to the heater at all times.
If the generator will be used daily, the battery should
normally not require charging. If the generator will be idle
(not used) for long periods of time, apply power to the
battery charger receptacle via commercial power using a
power cord of adequate size.
NOTICE
If the generator will be idle (not used) for long periods
of time, and to ensure adequate starting capability,
always have power applied to the generator’s internal
battery charger.
