Shindaiwa DG20MK-P, Owner'S And Operator'S Manual

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(2) OIL PRESS (engine oil pressure) Warning Indicator (Low Oil Press.)
CAUTION: BURNS
Always be sure to stop the engine and allow the engine to cool when
performing inspection or maintenance of engine oil. Opening the oil gauge or
oil filler cap during operation will result in hot oil gushing out.
If the engine oil pressure drops below 0.49×100kPa(0.5kgf/cm
2
) during operation, the OIL
PRESS and ENGINE warning indicators light up, and the engine automatically stops. If
this occurs, check the engine oil level and add engine oil until it reaches the maximum
level.
< Note >
This oil pressure warning indicator cannot detect oil deterioration. Change the engine oil
periodically. (Refer to section “ 8-1. Checking Engine Oil ”.)
(3) OVER SPEED (Engine Overspeed) Warning Indicator
This generator is equipped with a function such that the engine is automatically stopped
if an engine fault occurs causing the engine speed to increase excessively. If the engine
speed rises above 2070 rpm during operation, the OVER SPEED and ENGINE warning
indicators light up, and the engine automatically stops. If this occurs, it is probable that
some malfunction has occurred in the engine. Contact the authorized distributor where
the generator was purchased.
(4) CHARGE (Battery Charge) Warning Indicator (Low Battery Voltage)
The BATTERY warning indicator lights up when charging is not possible during operation.
If charging is not possible and the battery voltage drops below 8 V, the ENGINE warning
indicator also lights up and the engine automatically stops. If this occurs, contact the
authorized distributor where the generator was purchased.
< Note >
This battery charging warning indicator cannot detect battery deterioration or insufficient
battery fluid. (Refer to section “ 8-7. Checking the Battery ”.)
(5) AIR FILTER (Air Cleaner Clogging) Warning Indicator
The AIR FILTER warning indicator lights up if the air cleaner element becomes clogged
during operation. If it lights up, immediately stop the engine and clean or replace the air
cleaner element.
(Refer to section “ 10. Inspection/Maintenance (3) Air Filter Element
Cleaning/Replacement ”.)
(6) SPILL CONTAINMENT (Spill Containment Amount) Warning Indicator
The SPILL CONT warning indicator lights up if the liquid stored in the spill containment
exceeds approximately 20L. during operation. If it lights up, immediately stop the engine
and flush the liquid stored in the spill containment.
(Refer to section “ 10. Inspection/Maintenance (8) Flushing Liquid in Spill Containment ”.)
5-2. Meters and Gauges
Engine Meters and Gauges
(1) Hour Meter
Displays the operating time. Use this to schedule periodic inspection. Be
careful as the hour meter operates when the starter switch is at RUN
regardless of whether the engine is running or stopped.