Page 3 - NOTE PAGE
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 3 1 NOTE PAGE
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; NOTE; S p e c i f i c a t i o n a n d p a r t
PAGE 4 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTE MQ POWER DCA-15SPX4 MQ POWER DCA-15SPX4 MQ POWER DCA-15SPX4 MQ POWER DCA-15SPX4 MQ POWER DCA-15SPX4 WHISPER WHISPER WHISPER WHISPER WHISPERW W W W WA A A A ATT TT TT TT TT TM TM TM TM TM GENERATOR GENERATOR GENERATOR G...
Page 5 - PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES; Ordering parts has never been easier!; Choose from three easy options:; Order via Internet; Order; Order via Fax
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 5 1 PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES www .mqpo w e r .com Ordering parts has never been easier! Choose from three easy options: WE ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS! When ordering parts, please supply: ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ Dealer Account Number ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ Dealer Nam...
Page 6 - DCA-15SPX4 — SPECIFICATIONS
PAGE 6 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — SPECIFICATIONS s n o i t a c i f i c e p S r o t a r e n e G . 1 e l b a T l e d o M 4 X P S 5 1 - A C D e p y T s u o n o r h c n y s e p y t d e t c e t o r p n e p o , d e t a li t n e v fl e s , d l e if g n i v l o v e R r ...
Page 8 - DCA-15SPX4 — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
PAGE 8 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) This Owner's Manual has beendeveloped to provide completei n s t r u c t i o n s f o r t h e s a f e a n de f f i c i e n t o p e r a t i o n o f t h eMQ Power Model DCA-15SPX4 Whisperwatt™ Generator. Before using this generator, ensure that...
Page 9 - CAUTION - ACCIDENTAL STARTING
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 9 1 DCA-15SPX4 — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS ALWAYS place the engine ON/OFF switch ( MPEC ) in the OFF/RESET position when the generator is not in use. ALWAYS wear approved respiratory protection. ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protecti...
Page 10 - DCA-15SPX4 — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION; NEVER; disconnect any
PAGE 10 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The following safety guidelines should always be used whenoperating the DCA-15SPX4 Whisperwatt™ AC Generator. General Safety: ■ D O N OT o p e r a t e o r s e r v i c e t h i s equipment before reading ...
Page 11 - be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety; leave the generator unattended, turn off engine when; ALWAYS; run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage; change or adjust the engine speed which has been; Power Cord Safety; ALWAYS; store equipment properly when it is not being used.; ALWAYS; allow the machine a proper amount of time to; ALWAYS; service air cleaner frequently to prevent engine; ALWAYS; disconnect the; NEGATIVE battery terminal; before performing service on the generator.
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 11 1 DCA-15SPX4 — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety p r e c a u t i o n s a n d o p e r a t i o n t e c h n i q u e s b e f o r e u s i n ggenerators. ■ NEVER leave the generator unattended, ...
Page 12 - DANGER - EXPLOSION HAZARDS
PAGE 12 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Battery Safety Use the following guidelines when handling the battery: ■ The battery contains acids that cancause injury to the eyes and skin. Toavoid eye irritation, always wear safety glasses. ■ Use w...
Page 13 - In emergencies; always; DANGER
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 13 1 DCA-15SPX4 — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Backfeed to a utility system can cause electrocution and or property damage. NEVER connect the generators to a building's electrical system without atransfer switch or other approved device.All instal...
Page 14 - CAUTION - FOLLOW TOWING REGULATIONS
PAGE 14 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) Check with your local county or state safety towingregulations, in addition to meeting Department of Transportation ( DOT ) Safety Towing Regulations , before towing your generator. CAUTION - FOLLOW TOWING REGULATIONS ■ The maximum speed fo...
Page 16 - Figure 2. Typical Generator Grounding Application; DCA-15SPX4 — INSTALLATION
PAGE 16 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) Figure 2. Typical Generator Grounding Application DCA-15SPX4 — INSTALLATION
Page 17 - CAUTION - EXHAUST HAZARD
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 17 1 Outdoor Installation Install the generator in a area that is free of debris,bystanders, and overhead obstructions. Make sure thegenerator is on secure level ground so that it cannot slide orshift around. Also install the generator in a ma...
Page 18 - DCA-15SPX4 — GENERAL INFORMATION
PAGE 18 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — GENERAL INFORMATION DCA-15SPX4 Whisperwatt™ Series Familiarization Generator The MQ Power Model DCA-15SPX4 is a 15 kW generator (Figure 3) that is designed as a high quality portable (requiresa trailer for transport) power sour...
Page 19 - DCA-15SPX4 — MAJOR COMPONENTS; Figure 3. Major Components
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 19 1 DCA-15SPX4 — MAJOR COMPONENTS Figure 3. Major Components 4 e l b a T . s t n e n o p m o C r o j a M r o t a r e n e G . O N M E T I N O I T P I R C S E D 1 y l b m e s s A r e tl i F ri A 2 y l b m e s s A r e lf f u M 3 y l b m e s s A ...
Page 20 - Figure 4. Generator Control Panel; DCA-15SPX4 — GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL
PAGE 20 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) Figure 4. Generator Control Panel DCA-15SPX4 — GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL U N V 14 A V HZ WATER TEMP. OIL PRESS. BATT. LOW LEVEL BATT. LOW LEVEL DECREASE INCREASE PREHEAT LAMP PREHEAT LAMP 3 1 2 7 16 17 18 19 8 6 9 4 5 13 12 11 10 15
Page 22 - Output Terminal Familiarization; The “; The; Output Terminal Panel; DCA-15SPX4 — OUTPUT TERMINAL PANEL FAMILIARIZATION
PAGE 22 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) Output Terminal Familiarization The “ Output Terminal Panel ” (Figure 5) is provided with the following: ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ CS6369 receptacle 125/240V@ 50 amps ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Circuit Breaker @ 50 amps (CS6369 receptacle) ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 120V GFCI receptacle @ ...
Page 23 - RECEPTACLE
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 23 1 120 VAC GFCI Receptacle This120 VAC, 20 amp GFCI (Duplex Nema 5-20R) receptaclecan be used anytime the generator is in operation. Rememberthe load output (current) of the GFCI receptacle is dependenton the load requirements of the U, N, a...
Page 25 - DCA-15SPX4 — LOAD APPLICATION/MAXIMUM AMPERAGE; DANGER - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAZARDS
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 25 1 DCA-15SPX4 — LOAD APPLICATION/MAXIMUM AMPERAGE Single Phase Load Always be sure to check the nameplate on the generatorand equipment to insure the wattage, amperage, frequency,and voltage requirements are satisfactorily supplied by thegen...
Page 26 - DCA-15SPX4 — GAUGE READING/ TERMINAL PANEL CONNECTIONS
PAGE 26 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — GAUGE READING/ TERMINAL PANEL CONNECTIONS UNV Terminal Output Voltages 240/120V output voltages can be obtained using the Output Terminal Lugs . Use the voltage regulator (VR) to either in- crease or decrease the selected volta...
Page 27 - CAUTION - REFUELING THE GENERATOR
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 27 1 DCA-15SPX4 — SETUP Figure 17. Engine Oil Dipstick When checking the engine oil, be sure to check if the oil isclean. If the oil is not clean, drain the oil by removing the oildrain plug, and refill with the specified amount of oil as outl...
Page 31 - DCA-15SPX4 — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE; CAUTION - LETHAL EXHAUST HAZARD
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 31 1 DCA-15SPX4 — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE The engine's exhaust contains harmful emissions. ALWAYS have adequate ventilation when operating . Direct exhaust away from nearby personnel. Before Starting 1. Place the main, G.F.C.I., and aux. ...
Page 33 - DCA-15SPX4 — GENERATOR SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURES; WARNING - SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 33 1 DCA-15SPX4 — GENERATOR SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURES NEVER stop the engine suddenly except in an emergency. WARNING - SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR Normal Shutdown Procedure To shutdown the generator use the following procedure: 1. Place both the ma...
Page 34 - DCA-15SPX4 — MAINTENANCE; If the engine is operating in very
PAGE 34 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — MAINTENANCE Service Daily If the engine is operating in very dusty or dry grass conditions, a clogged air cleaner will result. This can lead toa loss of power, excessive carbon buildup in the combustionchamber and high fuel con...
Page 35 - WARNING - BURN HAZARDS
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 35 1 DCA-15SPX4 — MAINTENANCE Generator Storage For longe term storage of the generator the following isrecommended: Fill the fuel tank completely. Treat with a fuel stabilizerif necessary. Completely drain the oil from the crankcase and r...
Page 37 - DCA-15SPX4 — TRAILER MAINTENANCE
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 37 1 DCA-15SPX4 — TRAILER MAINTENANCE Hydraulic Surge Brakes Hydraulic surge brakes (Figure 37) should not require anyspecial attention with the exception of routine maintenancesuch as shoe and lining replacement. Brake lines should beperiodic...
Page 38 - attempt to repair or modify a wheel.; CAUTION - REPAIRING TRAILER WHEELS; wear safety glasses when; CAUTION - EYESIGHT HAZARD
PAGE 38 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) Tires/Wheels/Lug Nuts T i r e s a n d w h e e l s a r e a ve r y i m p o r t a n t a n d c r i t i c a lcomponents of the trailer. When specifying or replacing thetrailer wheels it is important the wheels, tires, and axle areproperly matche...
Page 39 - use an pneumatic air; Figure 39. Wheel Lug Nuts; Lug Nut Torque Requirements; After first road use, retorque all lug nuts in sequence.
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 39 1 NEVER use an pneumatic air gun to tighten wheel lug nuts. Figure 39. Wheel Lug Nuts Tightening Sequence DCA-15SPX4 — TRAILER MAINTENANCE NOTE Lug Nut Torque Requirements It is extremely important to apply and maintain proper wheelmounting...
Page 40 - DCA-15SPX4 — GENERATOR WIRING DIAGRAM; Figure 40. Generator Wiring Diagram
PAGE 40 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — GENERATOR WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 40. Generator Wiring Diagram
Page 41 - DCA-15SPX4 — ENGINE WIRING DIAGRAM; Figure 41. Engine Wiring Diagram
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 41 1 DCA-15SPX4 — ENGINE WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 41. Engine Wiring Diagram
Page 46 - OTE; DCA-15SPX4 — EXPLANATION OF CODE IN REMARKS COLUMN
PAGE 46 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) N OTE When ordering a part that has morethan one item number listed, checkthe remarks column for help indetermining the proper part to order. QTY. Column Numbers Used - Item quantity can be indicated by a number, a blank entry, or A/R. A/R ...
Page 47 - DCA-15SPX4 WHISPER WATTGENERATOR; Description; DCA-15SPX4 — SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS
DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) — PAGE 47 1 Part number on this Suggested Spare Parts listmay supercede/replace the P/N shown in the textpages of this book. NOTE DCA-15SPX4 WHISPER WATTGENERATOR W/KUBOTA V2203-M DIESEL ENGINE 1 TO 3 UNITS Qty. P/N Description 1 ......... B031150060...
Page 54 - OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY.
PAGE 54 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY. OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY.
Page 56 - ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.
PAGE 56 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY. ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.
Page 72 - NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY.
PAGE 72 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) DCA-15SPX4 — NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY. NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY.
Page 74 - TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE — PARTS
PAGE 74 — DCA-15SPX4— OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/17/09) TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE — PARTS PAYMENT TERMS Terms of payment for parts are net 10 days. FREIGHT POLICY All parts orders will be shipped collect orprepaid with the charges added to the invoice.All shipments are F.O.B. point of origin....
Page 76 - Your Local Dealer is:; HERE'S HOW TO GET HELP; PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL; MQ Power
PARTS AND OPERATION MANUAL OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL Your Local Dealer is: HERE'S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING © COPYRIGHT 2009, MULTIQUIP INC. MQ Power and the MQ Power logo are registered trademarks of Multiquip Inc. and may not be used, reproduced,...
