1 INTRODUCTION ting sets are tested and inspected. The well functioning of this generating set is subject to The Whisper 12 ULTRA Marine Diesel Generating set is guarantee. The period and conditions of this guarantee manufactured and marketed by Mastervolt.
Cos phi of this load Automatic start/stop one. The power should never exceed the nominal Mastervolt cannot be held responsible for damage Power in kW as shown on the nameplate. Power is EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
Only allow chan- When the installation comply to this standard the ges in your electrical system to be carried out by “neutral” and “ground” should be connected on the qualified electricians. generating set. July 2004 / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / EN...
Do not smoke or allow sparks, flames, or other External moving parts like fans and V-belts are covered sources of ignition around batteries. by the canopy and therefore the Whisper 12 ULTRA is very safe, when the canopy is closed •...
After removing the generating set from long term storage perform an insulation check. (Refer to the alternator maintenance paragraph for procedures) • While the battery is stored it should be recharge every 12 weeks. July 2004 / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / EN...
(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...
The engine is cooled by cooling liquid. The capacity of back of the units. (Refer to installation instructions) this system of the Whisper 12 ULTRA is 7,6 litres. We recommend not using water but cooling liquid that is 2.5.8 Hour counter marketed for the use in combustion engines.
12 kW Cooling system indirect cooling by raw water, 18-22 l/min. Cooling water pump pto driven Mastervolt self priming impeller pump, type M12 Fuel lift pump engine electric pump (12 V DC), additional pump available upon request Starting battery (optional)
DCC > LCP 1,5 mm2 DCC > LCP red/green 1,5 mm2 DCC > generator AC output brown 1 mm2 DCC > generator AC output blue 1 mm2 DDC=Digital Diesel Control Unit LCP=Local Control Panel EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
INFORMATION 2.5.15 Lay out control wiring Whisper 12 ULTRA PUMP REGULATOR START/STOP RED (PULL) BLUE (COM.) WHITE (HOLD) Fig. 7: Lay out control PCB. July 2004 / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / EN...
MAIN WINDING ROTOR BROWN BLACK (4) YELLOW/GREEN RED (3) BLUE MAIN WINDING DCC/AC-1 BLACK (4) YELLOW/GREEN EARTH AND NEUTRAL CONNECTED CURRENT TRANSFORMER BLACK (11) (11) 230V 50Hz DCC/ct-1 BROWN YELLOW/GREEN BLUE DCC/AC-1 YELLOW/GREEN EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
6 Check the engine and generator mounting bolts. 4 Switch on battery switch (when installed). 5 Fuel valve: open. Starting: Push the start button to initiate the full automatic starting procedure. You can monitor the procedure on the display. EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
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For instance; a bent piston rod or a cracked cylin- Please note this when switching on your electrical der head. In fact water in the cylinders is the main cause devices! July 2004 / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / EN...
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Masterswitch is installed, this is done automatically. If the engine is not running and failure and charging LED is blinking, reset by stop but- ton, otherwise it will drain the start battery. EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
(so not on remote control). Hold as long as necessary to bleed the system. Retighten the bleed screw when no further air bubbles are expelled. Fig. 12. July 2004 / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / EN...
Install the new impeller and add some grease. Turn the 1 Max. oil level; blades in the direction of rotation of the pump. 2 Min. oil level. Fig. 15. EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
8 Protect the generating set against the influences of bad weather conditions. This way of preservation will be sufficient for 6 months. Repeat step 2, 3, and 4, every 6 months. Change oil before using the engine again. July 2004 / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / EN...
Replace voltage regulator PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Generator voltage fluctuates. • Disturbances on the electrical system/ Check if electrical load is fluctuating. user side. • Engine runs irregular. When engine runs irregular refer to section: EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
Check battery voltage. Recharge the battery. (battery too weak). Inspect battery terminals and cables for a good electrical connection (inspect against corrosion, tattered wires, etc.) • Faulty fuse on control panel. Replace fuse July 2004 / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / EN...
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• Defective generator (windings, bearings, Generator must be sent to manufacturer for repair or other). of damaged bearing or winding. • Damaged engine. Repair by Mastervolt service. EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
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Bring the oil to the correct level. • Choked full filter. Replace the fuel filter. • Choked air filter. Check air inlet openings; clean air filter. • Exhaust blocked. Check the exhaust system. July 2004 / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / EN...
This can be solved by charging the capa- citor ("flashing") independently by a small 9 Volt battery. DIODE This can be done while the engine is stationary and the wiring is connected. Fig. 17. Fig. 16. EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
Mark on timing gearcase TDC mark piston 1 en 4 IT (injection timing) mark TDC mark piston 2 en 3 2= adjustment screw RPM Fig. 20. Fig. 18. July 2004 / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / EN...
Following instructions will help: back in its enclosure. 1 The design of the Whisper 12 makes it possible to do most repairs on the spot. The heatexchanger is EN / WHISPER 12 ULTRA / July 2004...
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