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Sjoerd Rutgers
April 5, 2025
What type of cooling fluid should I use for the Whisper 6
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Mr. Anderson
April 5, 2025
The recommended cooling fluid for the Mastervolt Whisper 6 is a cooling liquid marketed for use in combustion engines. It should protect against frost to -77°F (-25°C) and corrosion. Clean fresh water with antifreeze can be used if cooling liquid is not available, but the correct antifreeze mixture must be calculated according to the supplier’s instructions.
CONTENTS This manual applies to the Mastervolt Whisper 6, 8, 12, 3000rpm 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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Setting the RPM ..........................28 5.4.2 Adjusting valve clearance and retightening the cylinder head bolts..........28 5.4.3 Measuring exhaust backpressure....................29 5.4.4 Disassembling instructions ......................29 SPARE PARTS LIST ..............................31 MAINTENANCE LOG ................................33 EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
The correct functioning of this generating set is subject to guarantee. The period and conditions of this guarantee are The Whisper 6/8/12 Marine Diesel Generating set is laid down in the general conditions of delivery as manufactured and marketed by Mastervolt.
Mastervolt does not accept Dimensions 660x495x550mm liability for damage due to use of the generator, possible L x W x H errors in the manuals and the results thereof. Weight 178 kg Fig 1: Nameplate EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
Small pleasure craft in Europe is submitted to The Do not work on the electrical system if it is still Recreational Craft Directive 94/25/EC. The guidelines of connected to a current source. Only allow this directive refer to (ISO 13297). May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 / EN...
Gaskets may be manufactured from asbestos. authorised personnel only. Particles of this material should not be inhaled as this may result in fatal diseases. • Be aware of hot parts and especially parts of the exhaust system. EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
(Refer to the • alternator maintenance paragraph Special hose connector for measuring exhaust procedures) backpressure • Expansion tank, hose and fittings • While the battery is stored it should be recharged every 12 weeks. May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 / EN...
2.5.2 Engine The Whisper 6/8 generating set is based on the Mitsubishi L2E 2 cylinder diesel engine. The Whisper 12 on the L3E 3 cylinder. The engine is indirectly injected. The engine is Fig...
Excluding the oil filter the content of the crankcase of deactivated. the Whisper 6/8 is 2.4 l; Whisper 12: 3,6 l. Including the oil filter it is 2.9 l; Whisper 12: 4,1 l. 2.5.7...
The engine is cooled by cooling liquid. The capacity of this the information of the supplier of the anti freeze. When the system of the Whisper 6-8 is 2 litres and of the Whisper 12 cooling is based on keel cooling or radiator cooling the 3,5 litres.
DDC > LCP 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 / May 2006...
RPM and frequency at the set value. As the voltage is related to the frequency, the voltage will be The Mastervolt electronic governor does not need a pickup more stable as well. device in the flywheel housing that counts the passing...
Therefore we recommend daily oil-checks. starting procedure. You can monitor the procedure on Check oil level prior to starting the engine or at least 5 the display. minutes after the engine has stopped. EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
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Open the valve directly when the engine starts to prevent note this when switching on your electrical devices! damaging the impeller. Nevertheless, the Whisper 6/8/12 is designed so as not to Water in the cylinder will cause serious damage to the overheat, even under extreme conditions.
50 hours the engine should receive special attention: Long periods of light or no load running in the first 50 Fig. 11: Bleeding fuel lines 1 = Fuel bleeding screw hours may lead to cylinder glazing and high oil consumption. EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
The alternator bracket allows for readjust of the V-belt. • Observe the exhaust at the normal full load. The Deflections should be 10 mm (refer to fig. 14) exhaust must be free from soot. Do not allow the May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 / EN...
Below this cover is a spongy material which filters the air and holds some electrical components which are cooled by the inlet air. This filter does not require regular maintenance. Only in very dusty circumstances this filter should be cleaned. EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
Repeat steps 2, 3, and 4, every 6 months. Change oil water pump. Drain the water from the water lock. before using the engine again. Crank the engine having the raw water inlet sucking May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 / EN...
• Presence of a strong capacitive load Compensate for this capacity and seek for experts advice (MASTERVOLT customers (leading power factor) service) • Defective voltage regulator Replace voltage regulator EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
When there is no mechanical malfunction the problem must be an electric malfunction. • Starter battery switched "OFF". Check position of the battery switch and switch "ON". May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 / EN...
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• Defective Generator must be sent to manufacturer for generator (windings, repair of damaged bearing or winding. bearings or other) • Damaged engine Repair by Mastervolt service EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
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Bring the oil to the correct level • Choked fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter. • Choked air filter. Check air inlet openings; clean air filter. • Exhaust blocked. Check the exhaust system. May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 / EN...
If you cannot correct a problem with the aid of the mal- function table, contact your Mastervolt Service Centre or Fig. 16. Mastervolt Amsterdam for an extended service list, tel: INT When flashing does not bring back voltage, the +31-20-3422100.
Before readjustment check any other explanation for the Fig 19a Fig 19b wrong speed. Engine speed is set at the factory at nominal Whisper 6/8 Whisper 12 3000 (50 Hz) RPM. A RPM drop of 5% at full load is May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 / EN...
Before the alternator can be taken off one has to take the adaptor on the injection bent after removing the out the fitting to the oil cooler to be able to take off the exhaust temperature switch. EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
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6-mm rod of 165-mm (6/8) / 185mm (12) length and a M10 bolt. Reassembling the generating set one should take care of alignment, cleaning the surfaces between engine and alternator and tighten the bolts crosswise and gradually. May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 / EN...
SPARE PARTS LIST 6 SPARE PARTS LIST A parts manual in English is available as an option number: number: 50200381 (***)(Whisper 6/8); 50200382(***) (Whisper 12) A work shop manual in English is available as an option number: 50200171. We recommend the following spares for service and maintenance.
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SPARE PARTS LIST May 2006 / WHISPER 6/8/12 / EN...
MAINTENANCE LOG MAINTENANCE LOG first service after 50 hours: hour counter: remarks next service (every 150 hours) hour counter: EN / WHISPER 6/8/12 / May 2006...
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What type of cooling fluid should I use for the Whisper 6
The recommended cooling fluid for the Mastervolt Whisper 6 is a cooling liquid marketed for use in combustion engines. It should protect against frost to -77°F (-25°C) and corrosion. Clean fresh water with antifreeze can be used if cooling liquid is not available, but the correct antifreeze mixture must be calculated according to the supplier’s instructions.
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