CONTENTS This manual applies to the Mastervolt Whisper 16 ULTRA marine generating set controlled by Digital Diesel Control. First launched in April 2004. For earlier models refer to other manuals available on our website: www.mastervolt.com CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..............4 General .
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CONTENTS 2.5.14 Wiring, codes and colours ............13 2.5.15 Lay out control PCB .
When one find serious damage after weeks of neglect GUARANTEE warrantee claims will not be honoured. Mastervolt guarantees that this generating set has been built according to good workmanship, according to the Example 4: Neglect specifications in this manual and according to European Whisper generators have an option for an auto start/stop Community safety regulations.
WEIGHT 420 kg by additional measures. Mastervolt does not accept liabi- lity for damage due to use of the generator, possible errors Fig. 1: Nameplate. in the manuals and the results thereof.
INFORMATION The power should never exceed the nominal Power kg. This is without fuel, oil, cooling liquid, packing and in kW as shown on the nameplate. Power is rated at external installation equipment. an ambient temperature of 40°C and a seawater tem- perature of 25ºC.
Keep record of changing of the set- should switch both neutral and L1. Of tings in this manual. course this is the case when using a Mastervolt Masterswitch. 2.1.6 Fire and explosion 2.1.4 Installation Fuels can be flammable. Proper handling Whisper generating sets are not self contained and have limits the risk of fire and explosion.
INFORMATION come into contact with the injector spray as the connected by close coupling to an alternator in a sound fuel may enter the blood stream with fatal results. attenuated capsule. The set is mounted on a steel base frame and mounted securely on anti vibration mounting •...
(sea) water are made of seawater resistant material like naval brass and gunmetal. The engine has been specially adapted for the Mastervolt application and is very different from the standard engine as supplied for industrial applications! 2.5.3 Digital Diesel Control system...
INFORMATION 2.5.4 Battery charger 2.5.10 Fuel specification On the engine is an alternator generating 50 Amp 12V. The engine must only be used with diesel fuel oil which This current is rectified to charge the battery. The conforms the standards for use in modern diesel en- voltage is regulated at 14.2V.
16 kW Cooling system indirect cooling by raw water, 20-25 l/min. Cooling water pump pto driven Mastervolt self priming impeller pump, type M16 Fuel lift pump engine mechanical pump, additional12V electric pump available upon request Starting battery (optional) 110 Ah12V...
INFORMATION 2.5.15 Lay out control PCB PUMP REGULATOR START/STOP WHITE (PULL) BLACK (COMM.) RED (HOLD) Fig. 7: Lay out control PCB. July 2004 / WHISPER 16 ULTRA / EN...
INFORMATION 2.5.16 Electrical diagram 230V 50Hz STATOR GREEN (1) EXCITATION CAPACITOR WINDING GREEN (2) CURRENT TRANSFORMER RED (3) EARTH AND NEUTRAL NOT CONNECTED BLACK (11) (11) 230V 50Hz DCC/ct-1 MAIN WINDING ROTOR BROWN BLACK (4) YELLOW/GREEN RED (3) BLUE MAIN WINDING DCC/AC-1 BLACK (4) YELLOW/GREEN...
OPERATION OPERATION GENERAL The generating set is operational after full installation and In operation checks: filling up with: fuel, engine lubricating oil and cooling li- 1 Check for abnormal noise or vibration quid, filling the starter battery with acid, and connecting 2 Check the voltage the battery to earth and connecting the remote control 3 Check sea water flow at exhaust outlet...
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OPERATION Routine "pre-start" checks: for engine damage in pleasure craft. 1 Check engine oil level. Checks once the generator is in operation: The generator switches off in case of insufficient oil- pressure. Even when the oil level is too low the oil 1 Check for abnormal noise or vibration.
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OPERATION Nevertheless, the Whisper is designed so as not to overheat, even under extreme conditions. Do not run the generator for very long periods at no load or at very low load. When this is necessary do load the generator at least one hour in 10 hours for minimum 570%.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE ALTERNATOR The alternator does not require any maintenance. Perio- dic inspection and cleaning is recommended, depending on environmental conditions. However when the alternator has been idle for a long period attention to winding condition is recommended. The condition of windings can be assessed by measure- ment of insulation resistance to earth.
MAINTENANCE xCHECK DAILY: • Level cooling liquid. • Hoses for loose connections or deterioration. • Water inlet filter. AFTER FIRST 50 HOURS: Fig. 13. • Change oil and replace the oil filter. Have the engine run until it is on temperature and 4.2.6 stop it.
MAINTENANCE EVERY 300 HOURS: Check oil level daily • Replace the impeller of the raw water pump. Check water strainer daily • Check valve clearance. Check the level of the cooling liquid daily • Replace the oil filter. Retighten cylinderhead bolts , change oil, replace oil filter •...
Check capacitors specification and replace if capacitors. necessary. • Presence of a strong capacative load Compensate for this capacity and seek for experts (leading power factor). advice.(MASTERVOLT customers service). • Defective voltageregulator Replace voltage regulator EN / WHISPER 16 ULTRA / July 2004...
"soft-start". Inquire at your nearest Mastervolt dealer or directly at the manufacturer, Mastervolt in the Netherlands. ENGINE FAULTS water injected exhaust. When the water enters the cylinders through the valves this Remove 3 Amp.
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Water has entered the exhaust port or backpressure is too high. (refer to paragraph 5.4.3) Contact Mastervolt service department for advice. • Blocked injector. Have the injector tested and cleaned if necessary.
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Generator must be sent to manufacturer for repair or other). of damaged bearing or winding. • Damaged engine. Repair by Mastervolt service. Faulty Digital Diesel Control or stop solenoid Engine does not stop • Fuel solenoid is not switching off.
If you cannot correct a problem with the aid of the mal- 5.3.2 Testing rotary rectifier diode function table, contact your Mastervolt Service Centre or The diode in the rotor can be checked with a multimeter. Mastervolt Amsterdam for an extended service list, tel: When the diode is faulty, the alternator will not generate INT +31-20-3422100.
TROUBLE SHOOTING 5.3.3 Winding resistant values Under no circumstances the RPM under full load should If after establishing and correcting any fault on the be below 1470 RPM = 49 Hz. When no cause can be capacitor and diodes output is still low when separately found for a wrong speed, the setting can be adjusted: excited, then the main rotor, stator and exciter stator It is very important to identify the correct setting assem-...
TROUBLE SHOOTING If the rocker arms move piston no.1 is on the T.D.C. of possible to do most repairs on the spot. The the intake or exhaust stroke. In such case turn the heatexchanger is accessible and can be removed. crankshaft 360°...
MAINTENANCE LOG first service after 50 hours: hour counter: remarks: next service (every 150 hours) hour counter: remarks: July 2004 / WHISPER 16 ULTRA / EN...
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NOTES EN / WHISPER 16 ULTRA / July 2004...
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