CONTENTS This manual applies to the Mastervolt Whisper 6/8/12 and 6 ULTRA Marine Diesel 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: INSTALLATION ................................
In cases where it is impossible to meet the above the base plate. For the Whisper 6/8-3000rpm a steel base mentioned temperature limit by using machine room plate is available from Mastervolt as an optional accessory ventilation, connections are to be made for an air inlet (ref.
12x0,3 mm2 40 mm 40 mm 40 mm BATTERY – (7) WATER IN (8) WATER IN (8) BATTERY - (7) AC CABLE (3) AC CABLE (3) 25mm² 19mm 19 mm 25mm2 May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
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One will only need a fuel cock in the fuel supply line. Fig. 2 1 Fuel return; 2 Fuel supply; 3 Prefilter / water separator (optional); 5 Fuel tank; EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / May 2006...
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Mastervolt advises to install an extra fuel filter/ water fuel separator near the fuel tank. Before starting your generating set for the first time follow the fuel system bleeding procedure in the users manual. May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
24" Min. 60" 60 cm 24" 150 cm 60 cm 1 Water level 5 Air vent; Fig. 4b. 2 Water/exhaust separator 6 Water strainer; 3 Seacock 7 Seacock. 4 Waterlock EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / May 2006...
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Use an appropriate water strainer with connections of Fig 6. 19 mm (3/4"). Install the water strainer in a well accessible position, (refer to fig. 4-6) 5 cm above the waterline. May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
5 cm. 1 Exhaust water lock; 4 Goose neck; 2 Exhaust outlet muffler; 5 Through-hull exhaust outlet Ø 40 mm; Fig 7 3 Exhaust line Ø 40 mm; 6 Water level. EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / May 2006...
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(Total length of the exhaust piping from generator to top of goose neck (water separator) more than m.), exhaust/water separator must definitely be installed. Fig. 8a. May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
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(ref. to fig. 10). Do not direct the outlet directly toward the water surface. Fig 10 EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / May 2006...
It is also possible to The Mastervolt Digital Diesel Control system offers use an old or new type slave panel only to start and several options for automatic starting and stopping. stop the generator. May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
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When two batteries are used in series to provide a 24 connected to separate batteries. Volt supply system, never take off 12 Volt (starting) power from one of these batteries. This will result in 230V AC IVO 12/10 EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / May 2006...
For the Whisper generator the maximum single phase with a larger cross section than the mentioned above. current is 25A (Whisper 6), 32A (Whisper 8) or 48A (Whisper 12). The fuses must be of the slow reacting TRANSFER SWITCH type.
Connect the AC cable from the AC box to the power source selector or MASTERSWITCH. 10 Connect plus and minus from the 12V starter battery to the battery cables. 11 Install a Mastervolt battery charger. (optional) EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / May 2006...
Check if the air intake in the canopy is not blocked. Commissioning form available website: www.mastervolt.com. 10 Check the oil level and color of the oil. Check the coolant level May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
12 V DC, max. lift 1 m Cooling indirect cooling Cooling pump raw water Mastervolt self priming impeller pump, PTO driven, type M Minimum water supply 9-15 l/min Crank case lube oil capacity 6/8:2.4l.+0.5l oil filter, total 2.9l.;...
Brass through hull fitting 1/1/4x70 50230080 Water exhaust fumes seperator 40-40-40 50201121 Vibration mounting 25x30 mm M8 50211152 Bolt M8x16 50211465 50211405 Washer 50211445 Lock washer TOTAL 50230204 WATER SEPERATOR KIT 40 mm May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
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TOTAL 50230217 BASE PLATE KIT 6/8 RUBBER MOUNTING KIT article no description dimensions 50230015 Fastener kit rubber mountings 50230552 rubber mountings TOTAL 50230217 RUBBER MOUNTING KIT EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / May 2006...
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INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS - Fuel kit Whisper 6/8/12/6 ULTRA - Battery installation kit - Base plate kit Included are all fittings to fit copper pipes or rubber ful hoses or both May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
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Hose connection not stricly nescessary Hose drain should go downwards. Water must flow out freely. Refer to installation manual for proper installation of the air vent kit. Faulty installation can cause serious damage. EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / May 2006...
1,5 mm2 DDC > LCP red/green 1,5 mm2 DDC > generator AC output brown 1 mm2 DDC > generator AC output blue 1 mm2 DDC=Digital Diesel Control Unit LCP=Local Control Panel EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / May 2006...
(When this manual was not supplied with the generator and there is a pick up on your generator than you have another model than referred to in this manual. Refer to our website for the correct manual.) May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
DIAGRAMS & DRAWINGS REMOTE CONTROL PANEL DRAWINGS The remote panel comes in a carton that can be used as a template to drill the mounting hole. May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 & 6 ULTRA / EN...
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