ENGINE OPERATING PANEL
The definitions below describe the controls and functions
of the Engine Operating Panel (Figure 5).
1. Tachometer — Indicates engine speed in RPM’s for 60
Hz operation. This meter should indicate 1800 RPM’s
when the rated load is applied. In addition a built in hour
meter will record the number of operational hours that
the generator has been in use.
2. — During normal operation this
gauge be should read between 28 to 85 psi. (193~586
kPa). When starting the generator the oil pressure may
read a little higher, but after the engine warms up the oil
pressure should return to the correct pressure range.
3. — During normal operation
this gauge be should read between 167° and 203°F
(75°~95°C).
4. Charging Ammeter Gauge — Indicates the current
being supplied by the engine’s alternator which
provides current for generator’s control circuits and
battery charging system.
5. Fuel Gauge — Indicates amount of diesel fuel available.
6. — There are three engine
warning lamps, they are defined as follows:
a. — This lamp goes
when the cooling water temperature rises
abnormally. If the lamp goes during
normal operation of the generator, the
emergency shutdown device will stop the
engine automatically.
b. — During
normal operation of the generator this
lamp should remain . When the
switch is set
to the position to start the engine, the
lamp will be lit. When the oil pressure rises after
start-up the lamp will go OFF. If this lamp is ever
lit () during normal operation of the generator,
the emergency shutdown device will stop the engine
automatically.
c. — When this lamp
is ON, it is time to stop the engine and
add fuel. Remember to let the engine cool
before adding fuel (DCA300SSC only).
d. Air Filter Alarm — When the air filter
element is clogged, this lamp goes
indicating the element should be
immediately cleaned or replaced.
e. — This lamp
goes when the coolant level is low.
If this lamp goes while the engine is
in operation, the emergency shutdown
device will automatically stop the engine.
7. Engine Speed Switch — This switch controls the
speed of the engine (low/high).
8. — When ECU is placed in
position, pre-heat lamp will be . When pre-heat
cycle is completed, lamp will turn .
9. — Push this button inward to
stop the engine in the event of an emergency.
use this button as a means of stopping the engine.
10. — This switch should be set to the
position during normal operation. When the engine has
been stop, place this switch in the position.
turn this switch during normal operation, it could
cause damage to the electrical equipment.
Figure 5. Engine Operating Panel
OFF
ON
OILPRESS.
FUELLEVEL
WATERTEMP.
1 2
3 4 5
6
9
AIRFILTER COOLANTLEVEL
7
8
