Mastervolt WHISPER 8 ULTRA Installation Manual

Mastervolt WHISPER 8 ULTRA Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL
WHISPER 8 / 10 / 12 / 16 ULTRA
-1500 RPM-
Diesel generating set 230V-50Hz
Digital Diesel Control
MASTERVOLT
Snijdersbergweg 93
1105 AN Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Tel.: +31-20-3422100
V1. September 2004
Fax: +31-20-6971006
http://www.mastervolt.com

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL WHISPER 8 / 10 / 12 / 16 ULTRA -1500 RPM- Diesel generating set 230V-50Hz Digital Diesel Control MASTERVOLT Snijdersbergweg 93 1105 AN Amsterdam The Netherlands Tel.: +31-20-3422100 V1. September 2004 Fax: +31-20-6971006 http://www.mastervolt.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS This manual applies to the Mastervolt Whisper 8/10/12/16 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 ................3 Location .
  • Page 3: Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION To ensure reliability and durability of the equipment, it is 1 Avoid mounting the generating set in close proximity very important that the installation is carried out with the to thin walls or floors as that may resonate. utmost care and attention.
  • Page 4: Connections

    INSTALLATION Air inlets should be louvered, where appropriate, to pro- ATTENTION! tect the engine room and to protect the generating set Before working (installation) on the system from water spray. As an extra precaution, the fitting of a read the section safety instructions. cowl ventilator with dorade box located as high as possi- ble, is recommended.
  • Page 5: Fuel Supply

    INSTALLATION 1.4.1 Fuel supply 1 FUEL TANK 2 FUEL LIFT PUMP Fuel tanks should be made of appropriate material The generating set itself is equipped with a fuel lift such as (stainless) steel or plastic. Steel tanks should pump; therefore the tank can be installed at a lower not be galvanised or painted inside.
  • Page 6 4 FUEL FILTERS A fine fuel filter is installed which requires maintenan- ce. 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.
  • Page 7: Cooling

    INSTALLATION 1.4.2 Cooling The hose goes through a hole that has to be drilled in Intercooling is based on a raw water pump, heat exchan- the lower part of the canopy close to the place where ger and water-injected exhaust. Cooling liquid in the the tank is mounted.
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION Restriction of raw water flow, caused by kinked hoses, 5 SIPHON BREAKER (AIR VENT) undersized pipes or connections, will reduce the When the point of water injection is below the water- engine cooling capability. This is the main cause for line, then - when the engine is stopped - there is a overheating of an engine.
  • Page 9: Exhaust System

    INSTALLATION 1.4.3 Exhaust system Water is injected in the exhaust system of the generating set. In this way the cooling water that has passed the heat exchanger is mixed with the exhaust gases. Temperature and volume of the gases are thereby reduced considerably, so that a rubber exhaust hose can be used and the level of noise is reduced as well.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION 2 "SUPER SILENT" EXHAUST SYSTEM In order to reduce the noise level of the generating of goose neck (waterseparator) is more than 3 m) set to a minimum, an option to reduce the exhaust from the generating set, an exhaust/water separator noise further (especially exhaust water splashing) is must definitely be installed.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION Fig. 9. up to 3 m ø 51 mm 3-10 m ø 63 mm max. length A - B = 3 m ø 51 mm If the generating set and the exhaust system have been installed correctly, neighboring boats will not be disturbed by generating set noise, With the "super silent"...
  • Page 12: Digital Diesel Control System 12 Volt

    When this is the All electrical wiring has been prepared on the genera- case consult to the Mastervolt service department for ting set to the control panel prior to despatch from the advice.
  • Page 13 A battery charger in not included in the require an extra sense connection) standard supply. A high efficiency battery charging unit can be ordered from Mastervolt which is able to charge Settings both the ship’s main battery and the starter battery. Also...
  • Page 14: Ac Power System 230 Volt

    Before working (installation) on the system both neutral and L1. Of course this is the case read the sections on safety in the users when using a Mastervolt Masterswitch. manual. Be aware that insulation protection systems can be different for different applications and even within the...
  • Page 15: Installation Specifications

    INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS should also be installed to keep the generating set Mastervolt advises to install a MASTERSWITCH as a and shore (grid) power systems separate. power source selector. This works automatically when Transfer switches - to switch over from shore to ship...
  • Page 16: Commission Table

    7 Check all DC connections, check if the battery switch/ circuit breaker is closed. Installation checklist available website www.mastervolt.com 8 Open the fuel valve. Check if there are no air leaks in the fuel supply line, and check if the lift of the fuel is Commission form available website less than 1 meter.
  • Page 17: Technical Data

    1m. Cooling indirect cooling Cooling pump 8/10/12 ULTRA raw water Mastervolt self priming impeller pump, PTO driven, type M12 16 ULTRA raw water Mastervolt self priming impeller pump, PTO driven, type M16 Minimum water supply...
  • Page 18: Installation Materials

    INSTALLATION MATERIALS 2.5 INSTALLATION MATERIALS WHISPER 8/10/12/16 ULTRA WATER INLET KIT 3/4”(20mm) 8/10/12 ULTRA article no description dimensions 50230052 Intake strainer 50230042 Lever operated ball valve FF 50221004 Male hose connection 3/4x20 50221502 Hose clamps 19-29 mm 50220056 Outboard cooling water hose 20x28 mm 50221007 Male hose connection...
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION MATERIALS EXHAUST KIT 51 mm article no description dimensions 50221541 Hose clamps HD. 55-62 mm 50220035 Marine exhaust hose 51 mm inw 50230072 Waterlock 51 mm 50230034 Brass through hull fitting 1 1/2 x 70 50221024 Female hose connector 1 1/2 x 5 TOTAL 50230213...
  • Page 20 INSTALLATION MATERIALS BATTERY INSTALLATION KIT 85 Ah 8/10/12 ULTRA articleno description dimensions 64000850 Battery 85Ah 43011000 Battery charger 68060100 Battery terminal + 68060200 Battery terminal - 68456902 Isolation cap 68456914 Isolation cap 79009005 Battery swich 250 Amp 6503002508 Cable connectors M8x25 TOTAL 50230216...
  • Page 21 INSTALLATION MATERIALS - Fuel kit - Battery installation kit - Mounting kit included are all fittings to fit copper pipes or rubber fuel hoses, or both. EN / WHISPER 12/16 ULTRA / June 2004...
  • Page 22 INSTALLATION MATERIALS - Water inlet kit - Air vent kit - Exhaust kit - Water separator kit Whisper 16 syphon breaker connections on the other side. * Hose drain should go downwards. Water must flow out freely. Refer to installation manual for proper installation air-vent kit.
  • Page 23: Diagrams And Drawings

    & DIAGRAMS DRAWINGS DIAGRAMS & DRAWINGS 3.1.1 DC WIRING DIAGRAM 8/12 ULTRA 3A 3A PUMP PUMP REGULATOR REGULATOR START/STOP START/STOP J20 J20 J21 J21 J18 J18 J19 J19 J22 J22 RED (PULL) RED (PULL) BLUE (COM.) BLUE (COM.) WHITE (HOLD) WHITE (HOLD) EN / WHISPER 12/16 ULTRA / June 2004...
  • Page 24 3.1.2 DC WIRING DIAGRAM WHISPER 12 ULTRA PUMP REGULATOR START/STOP RED (PULL) BLUE (COM.) WHITE (HOLD) Fig. 14. 12 ULTRA Layout June 2004 / WHISPER 12/16 ULTRA / EN...
  • Page 25 & DIAGRAMS DRAWINGS 3.1 .3 DC WIRING DIAGRAM WHISPER 16 ULTRA PUMP REGULATOR START/STOP WHITE (PULL) BLACK (COMM.) RED (HOLD) Fig. 14. 16 ULTRA Layout EN / WHISPER 12/16 ULTRA / June 2004...
  • Page 26: Codes And Colors

    & DIAGRAMS DRAWINGS 3.2.1 CODES AND COLORS WHISPER 8/10/12 ULTRA Cable code number colour cross section battery > starter motor 25 mm2 starter motor > DCC 6 mm2 starter motor > LCP 2,5 mm2 battery > ground black 25 mm2 ground >...
  • Page 27: 3.3 Wiring Diagram Electronic Governor Whisper 10 Ultra

    Under full load the RPM of the Whisper 8 ULTRA that has only a mechanical governor can drop 75 RPM (=2.5 All cabling of the system is twisted (one twist per inch...
  • Page 28: 3.4 Ac Wiring Diagram Whisper 230V 50Hz

    & DIAGRAMS DRAWINGS 3.4 AC WIRING DIAGRAM WHISPER 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...
  • Page 29: Whisper Remote Panel Drawings

    & DIAGRAMS DRAWINGS WHISPER 8/10/12/16 ULTRA REMOTE PANEL DRAWINGS The remote panel comes in a carton that can be used as a template to drill the mounting hole. EN / WHISPER 12/16 ULTRA / June 2004...
  • Page 30: Whisper 8/10/12/16 Ultra Dimensions

    • length 900 mm standard 15 m. max 30 m. For longer distances • width 615 mm refer to Mastervolt service department. • height 690 mm • weight Whisper 8 / 10 ULTRA 290 kg BOX DIMENSIONS WHISPER 16 ULTRA •...
  • Page 31 EN / WHISPER 12/16 ULTRA / June 2004...
  • Page 32 MASTERVOLT Snijdersbergweg 93, 1105 AN Amsterdam, The Netherlands Tel.: +31-20-3422100 / Fax: +31-20-6971006 www.mastervolt.com / info@mastervolt.com June 2004 / WHISPER 12/16 ULTRA / EN...

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