CONTENTS This manual applies to the Mastervolt Whisper 3,5 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..................................3 Location ..................................3 Instructions for optimal sound and vibration insulation ..................3...
A steel base plate is available from Mastervolt as an ventilation, connections are to be made for an air inlet optional accessory (ref. fig. 12, page 15).
13 Cable fuel lift pump. 2 Fuel return 6 Water return 10 Remote cable 3 Exhaust 7 Water in 11 Battery - 4 Water out 8 Oil strainer 12 AC cable Fig. 1 October 2004 / WHISPER 3,5 / EN...
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One will only need a fuel cock in the fuel supply line. Fig. 2 Fig. 2. 1 Fuel return; 2 Fuel supply; 3 Prefilter / water separator (optional); 5 Fuel tank; 6 Standard fuel lift pump; 7 Standard fuel filter. EN / WHISPER 3,5 / October 2004...
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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. October 2004 / WHISPER 3,5 / EN...
After running the generating set for the first time, check the coolant flow rate using a stopwatch and by holding a pail of a known volume under the wet- exhaust outlet. The flow rate should be 8 to 12 litres /min. EN / WHISPER 3,5 / October 2004...
If the generating set cannot be mounted such that the bottom of the generating set is placed above the October 2004 / WHISPER 3,5 / EN...
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2,5 m Fig 7 1 Exhaust water lock; 2 Exhaust outlet muffler; 3 Exhaust line Ø 40 mm; 4 Goose neck; 5 Through-hull exhaust outlet Ø 40 mm; 6 Water level. EN / WHISPER 3,5 / October 2004...
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(Total length of the exhaust piping from generator to top of goose neck (water separator) is more than 2,50 m.) The sea water from the separator must run down along the Fig. 8a. October 2004 / WHISPER 3,5 / EN...
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The through-hull outlet for the exhaust fumes should not direct the fumes directly toward the water surface as this will cause excessive noise (ref. to fig. 10). Do not direct the outlet directly toward the water surface. Fig 10 EN / WHISPER 3,5 / October 2004...
WIRING COLOURS length does not suit the required distance. When a longer distance than 30 m is required, consult the GREEN BROWN YELLOW Mastervolt service department for advice. Refer to fig. PINK PURPLE BLUE WHITE RED/BLUE GREY/PINK...
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For starting, the Whisper 3,5 requires a battery with a used as a conductor. capacity of at least 55 Ah. The generating set can be...
TRANSFER SWITCH 15%. A power source selector switch much be installed For the Whisper 3,5 the maximum single phase between the generating set and the ship’s electrical current is 13A fro 230V or 25A for 120V. The fuses supply system. This switch must ensure that all AC must be of the slow reacting type.
Connect ‘fuel return line’ to the fuel tank. bleed screw on the high pressure fuel pump. Push the start button activating the electric system and Connect remote panel (just plug in). activating the fuel pump. When more time is needed EN / WHISPER 3,5 / October 2004...
12 V DC, max. lift 1 m Cooling indirect cooling Cooling pump raw water Mastervolt self priming impeller pump, PTO driven, type K Minimum water supply 8-10 l/min Crank case lube oil capacity 1.3 litre + 0.2 oil cooler, total 1.5 litre...
40 mm 50221506 hose clamps 44-56 mm 50220033 marine exhaust hose 40 mm 50230071 waterlock 40 mm 50230038 brass through hull fitting hose connection 1 1/4x40 TOTAL 50230203 EXHAUST KIT 40 mm EN / WHISPER 3,5 / October 2004...
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M8x16 TOTAL 50230206 BATTERY INSTALLATION KIT 55 Ah BASE PLATE KIT article no description dimensions 50230052 rubber mountings 50230012 base plate Whisper 3,5 50230011 fastener kit base plate TOTAL 50230207 BASE PLATE KIT October 2004 / WHISPER 3,5 / EN...
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INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS fuel kit battery installation kit base plate kit Fig. 14 EN / WHISPER 3,5 / October 2004...
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- water seperator kit * 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. Fig. 15 October 2004 / WHISPER 3,5 / 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. Fig. 18 October 2004 / WHISPER 3,5 / EN...
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