CONTENTS Contents INTRODUCTION ..................................4 General ....................................4 Service and maintenance ..............................4 Guarantee ..................................... 4 Liability ....................................4 Identification ..................................4 1.5.1 Identification plate ............................. 4 INFORMATION .................................... 4 Safety ....................................4 2.1.1 Warnings and symbols ............................4 2.1.2 General ................................
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CONTENTS 5.4.5 Replacing the fuel filter ............................ 18 5.4.6 Air filter element .............................. 18 5.4.7 Checking hoses and electrical connections ...................... 18 5.4.8 Retightening cylinder head bolts and adjusting valve clearance ..............18 Putting out of service ................................. 19 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................. 20 General ....................................
INFORMATION Liability 1 INTRODUCTION WhisperPower does not accept responsibility for damage, General injuries or casualties which are the result of operation of the This manual serves as a guideline for the safe and effective Genverter in specific conditions which brings dangers which operation, maintenance and possible correction of minor could not be foreseen, or could be avoided by additional malfunctions of the W-GV4 Scalino manufactured and...
INFORMATION WARNING 2.1.5 Electrical safety This symbol indicates that a potential hazard Warning signs indicate parts which could be live. exists caused by moving parts and draws attention to special warnings, instructions or Check all wiring at least once a year. Defects, such as procedures which, if not strictly observed, may loose connections, burned cables etc.
INFORMATION Hydrogen gas possibly generated by batteries being The benefit is that the inverter is supplying a stable 230V and 50Hz or 60Hz output while the engine is running as efficiently as charged is explosive. Ensure proper ventilation. Do not smoke or allow sparks, flames, or other sources of possible.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 3 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 3.1.3.1 WP-PMG Power Module Genverter Parts and relevant functions Through the WP-PMG Power Module Genverter, the user can The W-GV4 Scalino Genverter is a very advanced high tech control and operate the GV4 Scalino. variable speed power supply system. It combines new technologies from various fields such as engine technology, Permanent Magnet alternator technology and inverter technology.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION Optional Digital Diesel Control System 3.1.4 Power Module Genverter 3.1.3.2 As far as PMG operation and functionality is concerned, the The optional Digital Diesel Control (DDC) is a very advanced reader is referred to the PMG User’s Manual. functionality taking care of engine monitoring and control.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION OIL VISCOSITY Minimum at 3000 rpm: We recommend multi grade oil 10W40. Cold or hot conditions 98 kPa (1,0 kgf/cm - 14 psi) a special grade could be applied according to the Viscosity Chart COOLING OIL PRESSURE below: ...
TECHNICAL INFORMATION Technical data 3.2.1 General W-GV 4 Scalino Genverter Mobile Programmable rpm variable speed single phase Genverter 1 cyl. 230V / 3.8kVA / 50Hz - PM Technology GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Intermittent power 4.4kVA / 4.0kW at 3600rpm Continuous power 4.4kVA / 3.5kW at 3000rpm...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION ALTERNATOR SPECIFICATIONS Type Permanent Magnet Alternator (PM) Model 16Nm (5kW at 3000rpm), inner rotor, air cooled Nominal output 420V, line-line, 9.2A, 400Hz, 3 phase star configuration Rotor / stator 105 .. 419V line-line at 1000 .. 4000rpm, 133 .. 533Hz, 24 coils, 16 poles Insulation grade Class F, max.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 3.2.2 Fuel specifications Diesel Fuel Specification Location EN590 European Union Bio-diesel: EN 14214 BS 2869-A1 or A2 No. 2-R, No 1-D, ASTM D975-94 Bio-diesel: ASTM D-6751 GB252 China ISO 8217 DMX International JIS K2204 Grade No.2 Japan KSM-2610 South-Korea 3.2.3 Lubricating oil specifications...
OPERATION 4 OPERATION Optional variable speed mode General Realize variable speed operation by adapting ECU settings to The GV4 Scalino is operational after full installation and filling the load on the WP-PMG. up with fuel and engine lubricating oil; and subsequently connecting the battery and digital remote control panel.
OPERATION STARTING ROUTINE AND CHECKS STOPPING ROUTINE How to stop then W-GV4 Scalino Genverter: Switch off all electrical devices (consumers). If the GV4 Scalino has been running under full load for a longer period, do not shut it down abruptly. Reduce the electrical load to about 30% of the rated load and let it run for approx.
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OPERATION minimum 70%. Long term running at too low load will Prior to switching off the WP-GV4 Scalino, decrease cause the exhaust to be choked by carbon (soot). the load (i.e. turn off most electrical users) and let the Scalino run at low load for approx. 5 minutes to allow WARNING the engine to get properly cool (the influent coolant Never remove the battery while the...
MAINTENANCE 5 MAINTENANCE Maintenance intervals Service level: break-in before after every every every every each 35-50 h 200 h/ 400 h/ 800 h/ 1600 h/ start 12M* 24M* 36M* Lubricating oil check oil level (12M) change oil and clean oil strainer ...
MAINTENANCE 5.4.4 Cleaning the external coolant radiator Tightening torques Check the external radiator for leakage and air restriction. Make Cylinder head screws M9x1,5: 47 to 51 Nm sure the 12VDC fan is not blocked. Rocker arm bracket mounting: M6 x 1: 10 to 12 Nm 5.4.5 Replacing the fuel filter Standard torque chart...
MAINTENANCE Putting out of service Open the orange oil screw plug on the cylinder cover and add 2 cc preservation oil. Then rotate the engine. When not using the Genverter for a longer period it is recommended to execute an engine preservation procedure. Disconnect the battery and store it in a dry place free of frost and charge it regularly.
TROUBLESHOOTING 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Alternator/ electrical faults General Beware of parts which are live! The alternator If any problem should occur, check basic conditions and generates voltage up to 650 V. examine all external wiring, switch gear and circuit breakers. Also check if measuring instruments give the correct value. If in Remove 3 A fuse from the control panel while doubt, measure directly on the alternator terminals with an working on the Genverter in order to prevent the...
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Almost certainly this is a battery Diesel engine fails to crank, the Check battery voltage. Recharge the battery. starter makes clicking noises, or the problem. DDC, if installed, will indicate Inspect battery terminals and cables for a good engine cranks very slowly.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Fuel solenoid is not switching off the Engine does not stop on command Faulty engine control system. Close fuel valve. diesel supply Loss of control Check wire connections to stop solenoid. Check solenoid valve function. Replace if necessary. ...
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Overload Reduce the load Clean heat exchanger Exhaust choked with carbon Clean exhaust Cooling circuit failure Contact WhisperPower service Warnings Genverter must be shut off immediately if: unusual noise comes from Genverter. ...
SPARE PARTS LIST 7 SPARE PARTS LIST We recommend the following spares for service and maintenance. • Kit A: parts for regular maintenance parts marked (*) article no. 40401160 • Kit B: parts for maintenance + spare parts: all parts marked (*)+(**) article no.
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MAINTENANCE LOG MAINTENANCE LOG Journal de maintenance Maintenance log Wartungslogbuch This log must remain with the generator. In the Dieses Logbuch verbleibt an Bord. Im Falle eines Ce journal demeure à bord. En cas de prétention event of a warranty claim, a copy of this log has to Garantieanspruchs muss eine Kopie an den à...
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MAINTENANCE LOG *) Seal, stamp & full address of responsible WhisperPower Inspected by: Date: Service Centre (only applicable to items marked ) Prüfer: Datum: Contrôleur: *) Stempel bzw. volle Adresse der Whisperpower Servicefirma (nur für mit markierten Servicearbeiten) *) Cachet et adresse complète du centre de services WhisperPower (seulement pour les travaux marqués ).
Supplier's Declaration of Conformity/Incorporation In accordance with EN ISO 17050-1:2004 WhisperPower Genverter W-GV4, no. 41012020 Issuer's name: WhisperPower BV Issuer's address: Kelvinlaan 82, NL-9207 JB Drachten Object of the declaration: The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the following Directives and standards, as applicable: Document Title...
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