MULTIQUIP DCA-20SPX Specifications

PARTS AND OPERATION MANUALOPERATION AND PARTS MANUALRevision #2 (04/14/10)THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANYTHE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.WHISPERWATTTM SERIESMOD

PAGE 10 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONThe following safety guidelines should alwa

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 111DCA-20SPX — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar wit

PAGE 12 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONBattery SafetyUse the following guidelines

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 131DCA-20SPX — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONBackfeed to a utility system can causeelectr

PAGE 14 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)Check with your local county or state safety towingregulations, in addition to

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 151NOTE PAGE

PAGE 16 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)The DCA-20SPX generator is equipped with a number of safety decals (Figures 2 a

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 171DCA-20SPX — GENERATOR DECALSFigure 3. Generator Decals (Cont inued)

PAGE 18 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)Figure 4. Typical Generator Grounding ApplicationDCA-20SPX — INSTALLATION

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 191Outdoor InstallationInstall the generator in a area that is free of debris,bysta

PAGE 2 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)Diesel engine exhaust and some ofPROPOSITION 65 WARNING

PAGE 20 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — GENERAL INFORMATIONDCA-20SPX Whisperwatt™ Series FamiliarizationGen

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 211DCA-20SPX — MAJOR COMPONENTSFigure 5. Major Components4elbaT. stnenopmoCrojaMrot

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DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 231DCA-20SPX — GENERATOR CONTROL PANELThe definitions below describe the controls a

PAGE 24 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)Figure 7. Engine Operating PanelDCA-20SPX — ENGINE OPERATING PANELAUTOMANUALOF

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 251DCA-20SPX — ENGINE OPERATING PANELThe definitions below describe the controls an

PAGE 26 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)Output Terminal FamiliarizationThe “Output Terminal Panel ” (Figure 8) is prov

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 271120 VAC GFCI ReceptaclesThere are two 120 VAC, 20 amp GFCI (Duplex Nema 5-20R)r

PAGE 28 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)Figure 13. Connecting LoadsConnecting LoadsLoads can be connected to the gener

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 291DCA-20SPX — LOAD APPLICATION/MAXIMUM AMPERAGESingle Phase LoadAlways be sure to

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PAGE 30 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)UOV Terminal Output Voltages240/120V output voltages can be obtained using the

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 311DCA-20SPX — SETUPFigure 20. Engine Oil DipstickWhen checking the engine oil, be

PAGE 32 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — SETUPRefueling Procedure:1. Level Tanks – Make sure fuel cells are

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 331Coolant (Antifreeze/Summer Coolant/Water)ISUZU recommends antifreeze/summer cool

PAGE 34 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — SETUPWhen connecting battery do the following:1. NEVER connect the

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 351Figure 32. Frequency Meter (Hz)4. The generator's frequency meter (Figure 3

PAGE 36 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE (MANUAL)Figure 34. Voltage Adjust Cont

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 3711. Perform steps 1 through 5 in the Before Starting section.2. Place the MPEC C

PAGE 38 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)Normal Shutdown ProcedureTo shutdown the generator use the following procedure:

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 391DCA-20SPX — MAINTENANCEService DailyIf the engine is operating in very dusty or

PAGE 4 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)TABLE OF CONTENTSSpecification and partnumber are subject tochange without notic

PAGE 40 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — MAINTENANCEGenerator StorageFor longe term storage of the generator

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 411DCA-20SPX — MAINTENANCETo ensure adequate startingcapability, always have powera

PAGE 42 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — TRAILER MAINTENANCE8. Tire Size - Indicates the diameter of the tir

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 431DCA-20SPX — TRAILER MAINTENANCEHydraulic Surge BrakesHydraulic surge brakes (Fig

PAGE 44 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)Tires/Wheels/Lug NutsTires and wheels are a very important and criticalcomponen

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 451NEVER use an pneumatic airgun to tighten wheel lug nuts.Figure 46. Wheel Lug Nu

PAGE 46 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — TRAILER WIRING DIAGRAMFigure 47. Trailer/Towing Vehicle Wiring Diag

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 471DCA-20SPX — GENERATOR WIRING DIAGRAMFigure 48. Generator Wiring Diagram

PAGE 48 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — ENGINE WIRING DIAGRAMFigure 49. Engine Wiring Diagram

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 491GNITOOHSELBUORTENIGNE.61ELBATMOTPMYS MELBORPELBISSOP NOITULOS.tratstonseodenignE

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 51PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURESwww.mqpower.comOrdering parts has never been easier! Cho

PAGE 50 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10))DEUNITNOC(GNITOOHSELBUORTENIGNE.61ELBATMOTPMYS MELBORPELBISSOP NOITULOS.htooms

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 511Practically all breakdowns can be prevented by proper handling and maintenance i

PAGE 52 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE CONTROLLER)Practically all breakdowns can b

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PAGE 54 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — EXPLANATION OF CODE IN REMARKS COLUMNThe following section explain

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 551DCA-20SPX — SUGGESTED SPARE PARTSPart number on this Suggested Spare Parts listm

PAGE 56 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — GENERATOR ASSY.GENERATOR ASSY.

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 571DCA-20SPX — GENERATOR ASSY.GENERATOR ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS1

PAGE 58 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— ENGINE OPERATING PANEL ASSY.ENGINE OPERATING PANEL ASSY.

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 591DCA-20SPX— ENGINE OPERATING PANEL ASSY.ENGINE OPERATING PANEL ASSY.NO. PART NO.

PAGE 6 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX — SPECIFICATIONSsnoitacificepSrotareneG.1elbaTledoMXPS02-ACDepyTsuonor

PAGE 60 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— CONTROL BOX ASSY.CONTROL BOX ASSY. (S/N 7800001~7800129)

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 611DCA-20SPX— CONTROL BOX ASSY.CONTROL BOX ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMAR

PAGE 62 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 631DCA-20SPX— ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART N

PAGE 64 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 651ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS38 1622014103 DRAIN

PAGE 66 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY.OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY.THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE R

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 671DCA-20SPX— OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY.OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY.

PAGE 68 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— BATTERY ASSY.BATTERY ASSY.

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 691DCA-20SPX— BATTERY ASSY.BATTERY ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS1 060222

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 71DCA-20SPX — DIMENSIONS (TOP, SIDE AND FRONT)Figure 1. DimensionsSNOISNEMID.3ELBAT

PAGE 70 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— MUFFLER ASSY.MUFFLER ASSY.

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 711DCA-20SPX— MUFFLER ASSY.MUFFLER ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS1 B13301

PAGE 72 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— FUEL TANK ASSY.FUEL TANK ASSY.

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 731DCA-20SPX— FUEL TANK ASSY.FUEL TANK ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS1 M1

PAGE 74 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— ENCLOSURE ASSY.ENCLOSURE ASSY.THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY BE REQUIRED.THE

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 751DCA-20SPX— ENCLOSURE ASSY.ENCLOSURE ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS1 M1

PAGE 76 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— ENCLOSURE ASSY. (CONT.)ENCLOSURE ASSY. (CONT.)THE SERIAL NUMBER MAY

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 771DCA-20SPX— ENCLOSURE ASSY. (CONT.)ENCLOSURE ASSY. (CONT.)NO. PART NO. PART NAM

PAGE 78 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— RUBBER SEALS ASSY.RUBBER SEALS ASSY.

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 791DCA-20SPX— RUBBER SEALS ASSY.RUBBER SEALS ASSY.NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMA

PAGE 8 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)This Owner's Manual has beendeveloped to provide completeinstructions for t

PAGE 80 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)DCA-20SPX— NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY.NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY.

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 811DCA-20SPX— NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY.NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY.NAME PLATE ASSY.

PAGE 82 — DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10)TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE — PARTSEffective: February 22, 2006PAYMENT TERMSTe

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PARTS AND OPERATION MANUALOPERATION AND PARTS MANUALYour Local Dealer is:HERE’S HOW TO GET HELPPLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIALNUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CAL

DCA-20SPX— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (04/14/10) — PAGE 91DCA-20SPX — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLSALWAYS place the engine ON/OFFswitch (MPE