DCA800SSK2 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (09/03/09) — PAGE 29
INSPECTION/SETUP
CIRCUIT BREAKERS
To protect the generator from an overload, a 3pole, 2500
amp, main circuit breaker is provided to protect the U,V,
and W Output Terminals from overload. In addition, three
50 amp load circuit breakers have been provided to protect
the auxiliary receptacles from overload. Make sure to switch
ALL circuit breakers to the OFF position prior to starting
the engine.
LUBRICATION OIL
Fill the engine crankcase with lubricating oil through the
fi ller hole, but DO NOT overfi ll. Make sure the generator is
level and verify that the oil level is maintained between the
two notches (Figure 26) on the dipstick. See Table 11 for
proper selection of engine oil.
Engine Oil DipstickFigure 26.
When checking the engine oil, be sure to check if the oil
is clean. If the oil is not clean, drain the oil by removing
the oil drain plug, and refi ll with the specifi ed amount of oil
as outlined in the Komatsu Engine Owner’s Manual. Oil
should be warm before draining.
Other types of motor oils may be substituted if they meet
the following requirements:
API Service Classifi cation CC/SC
API Service Classifi cation CC/SD
API Service Classifi cation CC/SE
API Service Classifi cation CC/SF
Recommended Motor OilTable 9.
FUEL CHECK
Refi lling the Fuel System
This generator has an internal fuel tank located inside
the trailer frame and may also be equipped with an
environmental fuel tank (Figure 27). ALWAYS fi ll the fuel
tanks with clean fresh #2 diesel fuel. DO NOT fi ll the fuel
tanks beyond their capacities.
Pay attention to the fuel tank capacity when replenishing
fuel. The fuel tank cap must be closed tightly after fi lling.
Handle fuel in a safety container. If the container does not
have a spout, use a funnel. Wipe up any spilled fuel
immediately.
Internal Fuel Tank SystemFigure 27.
DANGER
Fuel spillage on a hot engine can cause
a fi re or explosion. If fuel spillage occurs,
wipe up the spilled fuel completely to
prevent fire hazards. NEVER smoke
around or near the generator.
CAUTION
ONLY properly trained personnel who have read
and understand this section should refi ll the fuel tank
system.
