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MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 Generator Set

The MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 is a 48 kW (60 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Isuzu 6BG1 engine. It is available at 120/240 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 50 A. It holds about 19.3 L (5.1 gal) of oil and 29.5 L (7.8 gal) of coolant.

48 kW
Standby
6.5 L
Displacement
19.3 L
Oil capacity
3
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power48 kW
Oil capacity19.3 L
Voltage options120/240 V
Phasesingle
Rated current50 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker150 A
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity29.5 L

Engine

Isuzu 6BG1
Oil capacity19.3 L
Coolant capacity29.5 L
Displacement6.5 L
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the Isuzu 6BG1

4

Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Oil filterP550596Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowISUZU 1132402321, ISUZU 1132402322, BALDWIN B7217, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811323 KuduParts $48.00 FridayParts $49.99
Oil filterP550777Lube Filter, Spin-On BypassISUZU 1132400420, ISUZU 1132400421, NAPA 1749, BALDWIN B7577 FridayParts $43.56

Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Fuel filterP550026Fuel Filter, CartridgeISUZU 1878100200, ISUZU 1878100450, BALDWIN PF311, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811251 FridayParts $79.99
Fuel / water separatorP550391Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnBALDWIN BF798, GENERAC 0A53990244, EXXEL PTY LTD 14240023, EXXEL PTY LTD 14240064 FridayParts $15.99

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—
Fuel filter—
Oil filter—
Battery—
Coolant—
Oil—

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FueldieselDiesel #2 fuel

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Procedures

2
Generator Shut-down Procedure operation

⚠ Never touch hot exhaust manifold or engine components

⚠ Allow adequate cooling time before maintenance

  1. Reduce load on generator
  2. Allow engine to cool down
  3. Turn off engine switch
  4. Wait for engine to stop completely
  5. Check that engine has cooled before servicing
Generator Start-up Procedure operation

⚠ Never operate generator without proper ventilation

⚠ Never refuel while engine is running

⚠ Allow engine to cool before adding fuel

  1. Check fuel level in tank
  2. Check oil level on dipstick
  3. Check cooling system level
  4. Ensure all electrical connections are secure
  5. Set control switches to proper positions
  6. Engage starter to start engine
  7. Allow engine to warm up before load application
  8. Monitor generator parameters during startup

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

How many kW is the MQ Power DCA-60SSI2?

The MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 is rated 48 kW standby.

What engine is in the MQ Power DCA-60SSI2?

The MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 is powered by the Isuzu 6BG1 engine.

What kind of fuel does the MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 run on?

The MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MQ Power DCA-60SSI2?

The Isuzu 6BG1 engine in the MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 has an oil capacity of 19.3 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the MQ Power DCA-60SSI2?

The MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 cooling system holds 29.5 liters (7.8 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What voltage does the MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 produce?

The MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 is offered in 120/240 V, single-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 require?

The MQ Power DCA-60SSI2 uses 2 batteryies, 12 V each, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Repair guides

2

Step-by-step procedures compiled from the MQ Power service manual for this model.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
8081500GGenerator Assembly1Generator Amazon eBay
8081501GControl Box Assembly1Control box Amazon eBay
8081502GEngine & Radiator Assembly1Engine radiator Amazon eBay
8081503GEngine Operating Panel Assembly1Engine operating panel Amazon eBay
8081504GOutput Terminal Panel Descriptions1Output terminal panel Amazon eBay
8081505GBattery Assembly1Battery Amazon eBay
8081506GMuffler Assembly1Muffler Amazon eBay
8081507GFuel Tank Assembly1Fuel tank Amazon eBay
8081508GEnclosure Assembly1Enclosure Amazon eBay
8081509GRubber Seal Assembly1Rubber seal Amazon eBay
8081510GName Plate And Decals1Name plate Amazon eBay
8081511GCylinder Head Cover Assembly1Cylinder head cover Amazon eBay
8081512GCylinder Head Assembly1Cylinder head Amazon eBay
8081513GCylinder Block Assembly1Cylinder block Amazon eBay
8081514GOil Pan and Level Gauge Assembly1Oil pan Amazon eBay
8081515GCamshaft and Valve Assembly1Camshaft valve Amazon eBay
8081516GCrankshaft Piston and Flywheel Assembly1Crankshaft piston flywheel Amazon eBay
8081517GTiming Gear and Flywheel Housing Assembly1Timing gear flywheel housing Amazon eBay
8081518GInlet Manifold Assembly1Inlet manifold Amazon eBay
8081519GExhaust Manifold Assembly1Exhaust manifold Amazon eBay
8081520GVentilation Assembly1Ventilation Amazon eBay
8081521GWater Pump and Corrosion Resistor Assembly1Water pump corrosion resistor Amazon eBay
8081522GThermostat and Housing Assembly1Thermostat housing Amazon eBay
8081523GEngine Water Piping Assembly1Engine water piping Amazon eBay
8081524GFan and Fan Belt Assembly1Fan fan belt Amazon eBay
8081525GFuel Injection Assembly1Fuel injection Amazon eBay
8081526GFuel Filter and Bracket Assembly1Fuel filter bracket Amazon eBay
8081527GFuel Pump and Pipe Assembly1Fuel pump pipe Amazon eBay
8081528GEngine Oil Drain Plug1Engine oil drain plug Amazon eBay
8081529GRadiator Cap1Radiator cap Amazon eBay
8081530GCoolant Drain Plug1Coolant drain plug Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Engine spec — DCA60SSIU (MQ Power)Engine spec — DCA60SSIU (MQ Power)Owner's manual — WhisperWatt DCA60SSAI (MQ Power)Parts manual — WhisperWatt DCA60SSI2 (MQ Power)

This page was generated from the 4 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.