Page 3 - NOTE PAGE
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 3 1 NOTE PAGE
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; S p e c i f i c a t i o n a n d p a r t; NOTE
PAGE 4 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) TABLE OF CONTENTS COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRA COMPONENT DRAWINGS WINGS WINGS WINGS WINGS Generator Assembly .................................................. 54-55Control Box Assembly ....................
Page 5 - PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES; Ordering parts has never been easier!; Choose from three easy options:; Order via Internet; Order; Order via Fax
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 5 1 PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES www .multiquip .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 Name and ...
Page 6 - DCA-125USJ — SPECIFICATIONS
PAGE 6 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — 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 J S U 5 2 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...
Page 7 - Figure 1. Dimensions
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 7 1 DCA-125USJ — DIMENSIONS (TOP, SIDE AND FRONT) Figure 1. Dimensions
Page 8 - DCA-125USJ — SAFETY INFORMATION; SAFETY MESSAGES; DANGER
PAGE 8 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — SAFETY INFORMATION Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and understand the safety ...
Page 9 - DCA-125USJ — SAFETY INFORMATION; GENERAL SAFETY; GENERATOR SAFETY
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 9 1 DCA-125USJ — SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY CAUTION NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective de...
Page 10 - ENGINE SAFETY
PAGE 10 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — SAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE SAFETY DANGER The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can cause death if inhaled. The engine of this equipment requires a...
Page 11 - FUEL SAFETY; TOWING SAFETY; Trailer tires should be inflated to 50 psi cold
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 11 1 DCA-125USJ — SAFETY INFORMATION FUEL SAFETY DANGER DO NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible fluids. Diesel fuel is extremely flammable and its vapors can cause an explosion if ignited. ALWAYS refuel in a wel...
Page 12 - ELECTRICAL SAFETY; Power Cord/Cable Safety; Grounding Safety
PAGE 12 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — SAFETY INFORMATION ELECTRICAL SAFETY DANGER DO NOT touch output terminals during operation. Contact with output terminals during operation can cause electrocution, electrical shock or burn. T h e e l e c t r i c a ...
Page 13 - BATTERY SAFETY; ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 13 1 DCA-125USJ — SAFETY INFORMATION BATTERY SAFETY DANGER DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the battery will explode. DO NOT expose the battery to open flames, sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains co...
Page 14 - Figure 2. Generator Decals; DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR DECALS
PAGE 14 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) The DCA-125USJ generator is equipped with a number of safety decals (Figures 2 and 3). These decals are provided foroperator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below and on the preceding page show the decals as ...
Page 16 - Figure 4. Typical Generator Grounding Application; DCA-125USJ — INSTALLATION
PAGE 16 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) Figure 4. Typical Generator Grounding Application DCA-125USJ — INSTALLATION
Page 17 - Generator Grounding; EARTH; Use one of the following wire types to connect the; consult with a licensed; Outdoor Installation; remove; CAUTION - EXHAUST HAZARD
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 17 1 Generator Grounding To guard against electrical shock and possible damage tothe equipment, it is important to provide a good EARTH ground. Article 250 (Grounding) of the National Electrical Code (NEC)provides guide lines for pr...
Page 18 - DCA-125USJ — GENERAL INFORMATION
PAGE 18 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — GENERAL INFORMATION DCA-125USJ Series Familiarization Generator The MQ Power Model DCA-125USJ is a 100 kW generator (Figure 5) that is designed as a high quality portable (requiresa trailer for transport) power sourc...
Page 19 - DCA-125USJ — MAJOR COMPONENTS; Figure 5. Major Components
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 19 1 DCA-125USJ — MAJOR COMPONENTS Figure 5. Major Components 3 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 lf f u M 2 y l b m e s s A e n i g n E 3 y l b m e...
Page 21 - DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL; Figure 6. Generator Control Panel
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 21 1 DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR CONTROL PANEL The definitions below describe the controls and functions ofthe DCA-125USJ Generator Control Panel (Figure 6). 1. Main Circuit Breaker – This three-pole, 300A main breaker is provided to pro...
Page 22 - Figure 7. Engine Operating Panel; DCA-125USJ — ENGINE OPERATING PANEL
PAGE 22 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) Figure 7. Engine Operating Panel DCA-125USJ — ENGINE OPERATING PANEL
Page 24 - Output Terminal Familiarization; The “; The; Output Terminal Panel; Terminal legs “; Ground; ” are; bonded grounds; Figure 8. Output Terminal Panel; DCA-125USJ — OUTPUT TERMINAL PANEL FAMILIARIZATION
PAGE 24 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) Output Terminal Familiarization The “ Output Terminal Panel ” (Figure 8) is provided with the following: Three (3) 120/240V output receptacles @ 50 amp Three (3) Circuit Breakers @ 50 amps Two (2) 120V GFCI receptacles @ 20...
Page 25 - Auxiliary Receptacles; Figure 11. Voltage Regulator Control Knob; Output Terminal Lugs
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 25 1 120 VAC GFCI Receptacles There are two 120 VAC, 20 amp GFCI (Duplex Nema 5-20R)recepacles provided on the output terminal panel. Thesereceptacles can be accessed in any voltage selector switch position. Each receptacle is prote...
Page 26 - Loads can be connected to the generator by the; Ouput Terminal; CAUTION - ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
PAGE 26 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) Figure 13. Connecting Loads Connecting Loads Loads can be connected to the generator by the Ouput Terminal Lugs or the convienience receptacles. (See Figure 13). Make sure to read the operation manual before attempting to connect...
Page 27 - DCA-125USJ — LOAD APPLICATION; WATTS = VOLTAGE x AMPERAGE; must install an; DANGER - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAZARDS
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 27 1 DCA-125USJ — LOAD APPLICATION 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 thegenerator...
Page 28 - DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR OUTPUTS; CAUTION - VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH
PAGE 28 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) GFCI Receptacle Load Capability The load capability of the GFCI receptacles is directly re-lated to the voltage being supplied at either the output termi-nals or the 3 twist lock auxilliary receptacles. Tables 8 and 9 show what a...
Page 29 - DCA-125USJ — GAUGE READING
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 29 1 DCA-125USJ — GAUGE READING How to Read the Output Terminal Gauges. The gauges and selector switches on the control panel DO NOT effect the generator output. They are provided to help observe how much power is being supplied at ...
Page 30 - DCA-125USJ — OUTPUT TERMINAL PANEL CONNECTIONS
PAGE 30 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) Figure 22. Voltage Selector Switch 240/139V Three-Phase Position DCA-125USJ — OUTPUT TERMINAL PANEL CONNECTIONS UVWO Terminal Output Voltages Various output voltages can be obtained using the Output Terminal Lugs .. The voltages ...
Page 31 - Figure 28. UVWO Terminal Lugs; Figure 30. UVWO Terminal Lugs; Single-Phase Position
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 31 1 Figure 27. Voltage Selector Switch 480/277V Three-Phase Position 3Ø 480/277 Output Terminal Lug Voltages 1. Place the voltage selector switch in the 3Ø 480/277 position as shown in Figure 27. Figure 28. UVWO Terminal Lugs 480/2...
Page 32 - CAUTION - REFUELING THE GENERATOR
PAGE 32 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — PRE-SETUP Figure 31. 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 o...
Page 34 - CAUTION - ROTATING PARTS
PAGE 34 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) Coolant (John Deere Antifreeze/Summer Coolant/Water) John Deere recommends John Deere Antifreeze/SummerCoolant for use in thier engines, which can be purchased inconcentrate (and mixed with 50% demineralized water) orpre-diluted....
Page 35 - Figure 38. Battery Connections; CAUTION - BATTERY SERVICING SAFETY
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 35 1 DCA-125USJ — PRE-SETUP When connecting battery do the following: 1. NEVER connect the battery cables to the battery terminals when the MPEC Control Switch is in either the MANUAL position. ALWAYS make sure that the MPEC Control...
Page 36 - CAUTION - LETHAL EXHAUST HAZARD
PAGE 36 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) 8. Place the MPEC Control Switch in the MANUAL position to start the engine (Figure 42). 8. Verify that the Engine Running status LED on the MPEC unit(Figure 44) is ON (lit) after the engine has been started. Figure 44. Engine Ru...
Page 37 - generator’s output in; Figure 51. Engine Tachometer Gauge; The engine oil pressure gauge; Figure 49. Oil Pressure Gauge; . circuit breakers in the
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 37 1 DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE (MANUAL) Figure 47. Voltage Adjust Control Knob Figure 48. Ammeter (No Load) 11. The ammeter (Figure 48) will indicate zero amps with no loadapplied. When a load is applied,the ammeter ...
Page 38 - DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE
PAGE 38 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR START-UP PROCEDURE (AUTO MODE) 16. Observe the generator's ammeter (Figure 53) and verify it reads the anticipated amount of current with respectto the load. The ammeter will only display a currentreading i...
Page 39 - DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURE; WARNING - SHUTTING DOWN THE GENERATOR
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 39 1 DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR SHUT-DOWN PROCEDURE Normal Shutdown Procedure To shutdown the generator use the following procedure: 1. Place both the MAIN , GFCI and LOAD circuit breakers as shown in Figure 38 to the OFF position. 3. L...
Page 40 - DCA-125USJ — MAINTENANCE; If the engine is operating in very; dusty; or; dry grass; if these; RED; meaning the element needs
PAGE 40 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) E C N A N E T N I A M / N O I T C E P S N I . 3 1 E L B A T s r H 0 1 Y L I A D s r H 0 5 2 s r H 0 0 5 s r H 0 0 0 1 E N I G N E s l e v e L d i u l F e n i g n E k c e h C X r e n a e l C ri A k c e h C X l e v e L d i c A y r ...
Page 41 - WARNING - BURN HAZARDS
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 41 1 DCA-125USJ — 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 cran...
Page 42 - Jacket Water Heater Power Connections
PAGE 42 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — MAINTENANCE To ensure adequate star tingcapability, always have power a p p l i e d t o t h e g e n e r a t o r ' s internal battery charger . NOTE Figure 56. DCA-45SIU2 Battery Charger & Jacket Water Heater Powe...
Page 43 - DCA-125USJ — TRAILER BRAKES MAINTENANCE; Figure 57. Hydraulic Brake Components
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 43 1 DCA-125USJ — TRAILER BRAKES MAINTENANCE Hydraulic Surge Brakes Hydraulic surge brakes (Figure 57) should not require anyspecial attention with the exception of routine maintenancesuch as shoe and lining replacement. Brake lines...
Page 44 - Figure 58. Major Suspension Components; DCA-125USJ — TRAILER MAINTENANCE; attempt to repair or modify a wheel.; CAUTION - REPAIRING TRAILER WHEELS; wear safety glasses when; CAUTION - EYESIGHT HAZARD
PAGE 44 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) 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 areprop...
Page 45 - After first road use, retorque all lug nuts in sequence.; NEVER; use an pneumatic air; Figure 59. Wheel Lug Nuts
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 45 1 Lug Nut Torque Requirements It is extremely important to apply and maintain proper wheelmounting torque on the trailer. Be sure to use only thefasteners matched to the cone angle of the wheel. Properprocedure for attachment of ...
Page 46 - DCA-125USJ — TRAILER WIRING DIAGRAM; Figure 60. Trailer/Towing Vehicle Wiring Diagram
PAGE 46 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — TRAILER WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 60. Trailer/Towing Vehicle Wiring Diagram
Page 47 - DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR WIRING DIAGRAM; Figure 61. Generator Wiring Diagram
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 47 1 DCA-125USJ — GENERATOR WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 61. Generator Wiring Diagram
Page 48 - DCA-125USJ — ENGINE WIRING DIAGRAM; Figure 62. Engine Wiring Diagram
PAGE 48 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — ENGINE WIRING DIAGRAM Figure 62. Engine Wiring Diagram
Page 52 - DCA-125USJ — EXPLANATION OF CODE IN REMARKS COLUMN; SAMPLE PARTS LIST; REMARKS Column
PAGE 52 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — EXPLANATION OF CODE IN REMARKS COLUMN The following section explains the different symbols and remarks used in the Parts section of this manual. Use the help numbers found on the back page of the manual if there are ...
Page 53 - DCA-125USJ — SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS; Description
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 53 1 DCA-125USJ — SUGGESTED SPARE PARTS Part number on this Suggested Spare Partslist may supercede/replace the P/N shownin the text pages of this book. NOTE DCA-125USJ W/JOHN DEERE 4045TF275 DIESEL ENGINE 1 TO 3 UNITS Qty. P/N Desc...
Page 60 - ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.
PAGE 60 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY. ENGINE AND RADIATOR ASSY.
Page 64 - OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY.
PAGE 64 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY. OUTPUT TERMINAL ASSY.
Page 80 - NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY.
PAGE 80 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) DCA-125USJ — NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY. NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY.
Page 81 - PART NAME; STRIPE
DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) — PAGE 81 1 DCA-125USJ — NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY. NAMEPLATE AND DECALS ASSY. NO. PART NO. PART NAME QTY. REMARKS 1 M1550000204 DECAL, NOTE ................................................... 1 ........... M15000020 2 M1550000703 DECAL, A...
Page 82 - TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE — PARTS
PAGE 82 — DCA-125USJ — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (01/27/11) TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE — PARTS PAYMENT TERMS Terms of payment for parts are net 30 days. FREIGHT POLICY All parts orders will be shipped collect or prepaid with the charges added to the invoice. All shipments are F.O.B. poi...
Page 84 - Your Local Dealer is:; HERE’S HOW TO GET HELP; PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL; CANADA
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 UNITED STATES Multiquip Corporate Office MQ Parts Department 18910 Wilmington Ave.Carson, CA 90746 Contact: [email protected] Tel. (800) 421-...
