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INSPECTION/SETUP
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
To protect the generator from an overload, a 3-pole, 600
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
fi ller hole, but
DO NOT
overfi ll. Make sure the generator is
level and verify that the oil level is maintained between the
two notches (Figure 27) on the dipstick. See Table 11 for
proper selection of engine oil.
Engine Oil Dipstick
Figure 27.
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 refi ll with the specifi ed 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 Classifi cation CC/SC
API Service Classifi cation CC/SD
API Service Classifi cation CC/SE
API Service Classifi cation CC/SF
Recommended Motor Oil
Table 11.
FUEL CHECK
Refi lling the Fuel System
This generator has an internal fuel tank located inside
the trailer frame and may also be equipped with an
environmental fuel tank (Figure 28).
ALWAYS
fi ll the fuel
tanks with clean fresh
#2 diesel fuel. DO NOT
fi ll 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 fi lling.
Handle fuel in a safety container. If the container does not
have a spout, use a funnel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
immediately.
Internal Fuel Tank System
Figure 28.
DANGER
Fuel spillage on a
hot
engine can cause
a
fi re
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 refi ll the fuel tank
system.
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