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DCA25SSIU3 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (12/20/10) — PAGE 19
ENGINE OPERATING PANEL
Figure 5. Engine Operating Panel
The defi nitions below describe the controls and functions
of the Engine Operating Panel (Figure 5).
1. Panel Light - Normally used in dark places or at
night. When activated, panel will luminate. When the
generator is not in use, turn the panel light switch to
the OFF position.
2.
Panel Light Switch- When activated, will turn on control
panel light.
3. Oil Pressure Alarm Lamp - Indicates that the oil
pressure is too low or high. This condition will cause the
engine to shut down.
4. Water Temperature Alarm Lamp - Indicates that the
engine water temperature is too high. This condition will
cause the engine to shut down.
5. Fuel Filter Alarm Lamp - Indicates that the water level
in the fuel fi lter has risen. Drain the water in the fuel fi lter
strainer when this condition occurs.
6. Pre-heat Lamp - Indicates (ON) when the engine
is ready for starting during cold weather operating
conditiions.
7. Ignition Switch – Three position switch, stop, run and
start. Insert ignition key to start and stop engine.
8. 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.
9. Fuel Gauge – Indicates amount of diesel fuel available.
10.
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.
11. Water Temperature Gauge – During normal operation
this gauge should read between 165°~203° F. (74°~95° C).
12. Oil Pressure Gauge – Normal operation should be
approximately 28~71 psi (193~490 kPa). When starting
the generator the oil pressure may read a bit higher, but
after the engine warms up the oil pressure should return
to normal.