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2.2 Bodywork

The alternator, the engine, the cooling system, etc. are enclosed in

a sound-insulated bodywork that can be opened by means of side

doors (and service plates).

The recess in the roof has a lifting rod in the middle and a guiding

rod at both sides.

To be able to lift the QAS38 by means of a forklift, rectangular

holes are provided in the frame.

2.3 Markings

A brief description of all markings provided on the QAS38 is given

hereafter.

2.4 Drain plugs and filler caps

The drain holes for the engine oil, the coolant and the plug for the

fuel, are located and labelled on the frame; the fuel drain plug at the

front, the others at the service side.

The drain flexible for engine oil can be brought to the outside of the

generator through the drain hole.

The filler cap for the engine coolant is accessible via an opening in

the roof. The fuel filler cap is located in the side panel.

2.5 Control and indicator panel

The control and indicator panel is located behind a door in the side

panel. The hinged door is partly transparent and allows easy access

to the parts mounted behind it. Panel light H1 lights up as soon as

the starter switch is turned into position

or the remote start/stop

switch is put in position start

, indicating that the fuel solenoid is en-

ergized.

H1......Panel light

2.5.1 Engine gauges

P6 ......Hourmeter

P7 ......Fuel level gauge

P8 ......Engine coolant temperature gauge

P9 ......Engine oil pressure gauge

Never use the guiding rods to lift the generator.

Indicates that an electric voltage, dangerous to

life, is present. Never touch the electric termi-

nals during operation.

Indicates that the engine exhaust is a hot and

harmful gas, which is toxic in case of inhala-

tion. Always make sure that the unit is operated

outside or in a well-ventilated room.

Indicates that these parts can become very hot

during operation (e.g. engine, cooler, etc.). Al-

ways make sure that these parts are cooled

down before touching them.

Indicates that the generator may be refuelled

with diesel fuel only.

Indicates the drain for the engine oil.

Indicates the drain for the coolant.

Indicates the drain plug for the engine fuel.

Use 15W40 oil only

Indicates that the guiding rods may not be used to

lift the generator. Always use the lifting rod in the

roof of the generator to lift it.

Indicates the lifting eye of the generator.

Indicates that the unit may start auto-

matically and that the instruction book

has to be consulted prior to use.

diesel

15W40

PAROIL

Indicates that the alternator should not be cleaned

with high pressurised water.

Indicates the partnumbers of the different

service packs and of the engine oil.

These parts can be ordered to the factory.

QAS 38 Yd TNV

Engine oil

PAROIL 15W40 PAROIL 5W30

Engine coolant PARCOOL EG

Every 250 h 2912 6038 00

Every 500 h 2912 6039 00

Yearly

(max. 2000 h) 2912 6040 00

5 l

(1.3 US gal) 1615 5953 00 1604 6060 00

20 l

(5 US gal) 1615 5954 00 1604 6059 00

210 l

(55 US gal) 1615 5955 00

5 l

(1.3 US gal) 1604 5308 00

20 l

(5 US gal) 1604 5307 01

210 l

(55 US gal) 1604 5306 00

80 100

120

¡C

bar

60/5A

P4 R11

RPM

ST P8

P3P2P1

1/2

1/1

400

200

OFF

L1-N

L1L2

L2-N

L3L1

L2L3

Brand	Atlas Copco
Model	QAS38
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English

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