PAGE 30 — MQP56 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/14/17)
INSPECTION/SETUP
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
To protect the generator from an overload, a 3-pole, 175
amp, main circuit breaker is provided to protect the
U,V,
and W Output Terminals
from overload. In addition, two
single-pole, 20 amp
duplex
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 28) on the dipstick. See Table 11 for
proper selection of engine oil.
Figure 28. 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 opening drain valve. Refill with the specified
amount of oil as outlined in the
ISUZU Engine Owner’s
Manual
. Oil should be warm before draining.
Other types of motor oils may be substituted if they meet
the following requirements:
API Service Classification CC/SC
API Service Classification CC/SD
API Service Classification CC/SE
API Service Classification CC/SF
Table 11. Recommended Motor Oil
FUEL CHECK
Refilling the Fuel System
This generator has an internal fuel tank located inside the
generator enclosure (Figure 29).
ALWAYS
fill the fuel tanks
with clean fresh
#2 diesel fuel. 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.
Figure 29. 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. Make sure
engine is
OFF
before refueling.
CAUTION
ONLY properly trained personnel
who have read
and understand this section should refill the fuel tank
system.
INTERNAL
FUEL TANK
NOTICE
DO NOT
add fuel while engine is running. Stop engine
and let cool before adding fuel.
