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OPEratiOn ManuaL
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MODEL SG1400C3
3-POSitiOn SwitCh/ParaLLELinG
1400 aMP StuDiO GEnEratOr
(CuMMinS QSB7-G5 DiESEL EnGinE)
Revision #0 (10/05/11)
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PrOPOSitiOn 65 warninG Diesel engine exhaust and some of page 2 — Sg1400C3 STudio genera Tor • opera Tion manual — rev. #0 (10/05/11)
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rEPOrtinG SafEty DEEC f tS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Multiquip at 1-800-421-1244. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in in
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t aBLE Of COntEntS SG1400C3 Studio Generator Proposition 65 Warning ........................................... 2 Reporting Safety Defects ......................................... 3 Table Of Contents .................................................... 4 Parts Ordering Procedures ...................................... 5 Safety Information .............................................. 6-11 Specifications ........................................................ 12 Dimensions ...................
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PartS OrDErinG PrOCEDurES Ordering parts has never been easier! Choose from three easy options: Effective: st January 1 , 2006 Best Deal! Order via Internet (Dealers Only): If you have an MQ Account, to obtain a Username Order parts on-line using Multiquip’s SmartEquip website! and Password, E-mail us at: parts@multiquip. com. ■ View Parts Diagrams To obtain an MQ Account, contact your ■ Order Parts District Sales Manager for more information. ■ Print Specification Information Use the int
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SafEty infOrMatiOn Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the Potential hazards associated with the operation of this entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with understand the safety messages and operating instructions safety messages. could result in injury to yourself and others. SaFeTY meSSageS
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SafEty infOrMatiOn never use accessories or attachments that are not general SaFeTY recommended by MQ Power for this equipment. Damage CauTion to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. never operate this equipment without proper protective alWaYS know the location of the nearest clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, fi re extinguisher. hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective alWaYS know the location of the nearest devices required by
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SafEty infOrMatiOn engine SaFeTY NOTICE danger never run engine without an air fi lter or with a dirty air fi lter. Severe engine damage may occur. Service air fi lter The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon frequently to prevent engine malfunction. monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can cause death if inhaled. never tamper with the factory settings of the engine or engine governor. Damage The engine of this equipment to the engine or equipment can
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SafEty infOrMatiOn Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle Fuel SaFeTY are rated equal to, or greater than the trailer “gross danger vehicle weight rating.” do noT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible alWaYS inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. never fl uids. Diesel fuel is extremely fl ammable and its vapors tow a trailer with defective hitches, couplings, chains, etc. can cause an explosion if ignited. Check the tire air pressure on both towing v
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SafEty infOrMatiOn Make sure power cables are securely connected to the eleCTriCal SaFeTY generator’s output receptacles. Incorrect connections danger may cause electrical shock and damage to the generator. do noT touch output terminals during operation. Contact with output terminals NOTICE during operation can cause electrocution, alWaYS make certain that proper power or extension electrical shock or burn. cord has been selected for the job. See Cable Selection The electrical
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SafEty infOrMatiOn BaTTerY SaFeTY environmenTal SaFeTY danger NOTICE do noT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the Dispose of hazardous waste properly. battery will explode. Examples of potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel fi lters. do noT expose the battery to open fl ames, sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains do noT use food or plastic containers to combustible gases and liquids. If these dispose of hazardous waste. gases and liquids c
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SPECifiCatiOnS Table 1. generator Specifications model SG1400C3 Revolving field, self ventilated, Type open protected type synchronous generator armature Connection 12-Lead WYE no of poles 4 prime output 200 kVA 1Ø voltage 120/240 V 3Ø voltages 120/208 V and 277/480 V Frequency 60 Hz voltage regulation ±1% (no load to full load) Frequency regulation ±0.25% (steady state load) Speed 1800 rpm power Factor 0.8 aux. aC voltage 120/240V, 60 Hz Weight (generator only) 5,900 lbs. (2,994 kg) Weight (
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DiMEnSiOnS TOP VIEW A B Figure 1. Dimensions C D E F SIDE VIEW G H J I L K Table 4. dimensions reference dimensions reference dimensions letter in. (mm) letter in. (mm) M A 90 (2,286) H 130 (3,302) B 115 (2,921) I 22.5 (571) FRONT VIEW 23 (584) C 96 (2,438) J Chrome Wheels 24 (610) AC VOLTS AC AMPERES AC AMPERES D 27 (686) J AC AMPERES HERTZ Aluminum Wheels E 24 (610) K 180 (4,572) F 24 (610) 24.5 (622) L G 79 (2,007) M 47 (1,194) Sg1400C3 STudio genera Tor • opera Tion manual — rev. #0 (1
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inStaLLatiOn GENERATOR GROUND ROD GROUND LUG FOR EARTH GROUND NOTE: GROUND LUG MUST CONNECT TO GROUND CABLE BE INSTALLED BY USER. BUILDING GROUND 8 FT. MINIMUM REFERENCE NEC 250-52(C) Figure 2. Typical Generator Grounding Application page 14 — Sg1400C3 STudio genera Tor • opera Tion manual — rev. #0 (10/05/11)
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inStaLLatiOn ouTdoor inST alla Tion genera Tor grounding Install the generator in a area that is free of debris, To guard against electrical shock and possible damage to bystanders, and overhead obstructions. Make sure the the equipment, it is important to provide a good ear TH generator is on secure level ground so that it cannot slide ground. or shift around. Also install the generator in a manner so Article 250 (Grounding) of the National Electrical Code that the exhaust will not be disch
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GEnEraL infOrMatiOn shaft continues to rotate, the main rotor (field) induces a generator voltage into the generator's main stator (armature). At rated The MQ Power Model SG1400C3 is a 200kVA studio speed, the main stator's voltage produced by the residual generator that is designed as a high quality power source magnetism of the exciter allows the automatic voltage for entertainment and studio applications. regulator to function. In keeping with Multiquip's policy of constantly improving
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GEnEraL infOrMatiOn Fuel Tank interior lighting This generator can be equipped with a 150 gallon (567 The interior lighting system is distributed throughout the liters) fuel tank located beneath the trailer deck. The tank interior. There are three separate lighting fixtures. Two is made of steel (baffled). The tank can be filled from an lights are in the engine compartment, and one light is in external fill port located on the side of the trailer. The fill the generator compartment.The lighti
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GEnEraL infOrMatiOn Switches And Operating Controls intelivision 5 ™ digital Controller • Run / Off / Auto / Load Test Buttons The InteliVision 5 Digital Controller provides monitoring • Decrement / Increment / Previous and fault detection capability of all engine and generator (Exit) /Next (Enter) Program Buttons operating parameters. A list of operating parameters is • Emergency Stop Button shown below: • Audible Alarm Horn AC Metering Display • Alarm Horn Silence Button • Voltage/Ampe
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nOtES Sg1400C3 STudio genera Tor • opera Tion manual — rev. #0 (10/05/11) — page 19
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GEnEratOr MaJOr COMPOnEntS 28 1 29 3 23 4 Inside 34 Housing 2 6 14 16 24 15 5 24 7 25 13 26 12 30 31 27 32 33 9 11 10 8 17 18 Figure 3. Major Components 18 19 20 21 22 page 20 — Sg1400C3 STudio genera Tor • opera Tion manual — rev. #0 (10/05/11)
