Introduction; Use Of This Manual; Validity Of This Manual; Installation Parts - Whisper Power GV4 Piccolo Installation Manual

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1

USE OF THIS MANUAL

This manual serves as a guideline for the safe and effective
installation of the WhisperPower GV4 Piccolo Genverters for
marine applications.
It is obligatory that every person who is involved with the
installation of the Genverter must be completely familiar with
the contents of this manual, and that he/she carefully follows
the instructions contained herein.
To ensure reliability and durability of the equipment, it is very
important that the installation is carried out with the utmost
care and attention. To avoid problems, such as temperature
problems, noise levels, vibration, etc. the instructions set out in
this manual must be followed and all installation work must be
carried out only by qualified, authorized and trained personnel,
consistent with the locally applicable standards and taking into
consideration the safety guidelines and measures (Chapter 2 of
the user's manual).
The information, specifications, illustrations and statements
contained within this publication are given with our best
intentions and are believed to be correct at the time of going to
press.
Our policy is one of continued development and we re-serve
the right to amend any technical information without prior
notice.
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the
particulars contained within this publication neither the
manufacturer, distributor, or dealer in any circumstances shall
be held liable for any inaccuracy or the consequences thereof.
Keep this manual in a secure place!
1.2

VALIDITY OF THIS MANUAL

All of the specifications, provisions and instructions contained
in this manual apply solely to standard versions of the two and
three cylinder Genverters delivered by WhisperPower.
This manual is valid for the following models:
Part number Description
49002005 M-GV4 Piccolo MARINE
Refer to the user's manual for identification of the Genverter
set. For other models see our website:
www.whisperpower.com.
EN / M-GV4 Piccolo for marine applications / May 2017
WARNING!
During installation and commissioning of the
Genverter, the Safety Guidelines & Measures are
applicable at all times. See chapter 2 of the user's
manual.
WARNING!
A warning symbol draws attention to special
warnings, instructions or procedures which, if not
strictly observed, may result in damage or
destruction of equipment, severe personal injury
or loss of life.
DANGER!
This danger symbol refers to electric danger and
draws attention to special warnings, instructions
or procedures which, if not strictly observed, may
result in electrical shock which will result in severe
personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING!
Before working (installation) on the system read
the section safety instructions in the user's
manual
1.3

INSTALLATION PARTS

Besides the parts that are included with the delivery you need
at least the parts listed at section 4.4 to install the Genverter.
Please note that this listing may not be complete, as every
installation differs from the other. Oil is not included in the
supply. Refer to the user manual for the right specifications.

1.4 CHP: COMBINED HEAT AND POWER GENERATION

The optimum engine operating temperature is between 80° and
110° Celsius. The outgoing oil temperature is about 90° up to
110°C. The heat exchanger reduces the temperature of the
cooling liquid by 20°C to 25°C. The returning "cold" oil therefore
has a minimum temperature of at least approx. 65° Celsius.
This means that the cooling circuit can be used for heating up
water or any other medium to almost 100°C (optional). This can
be done with an additional heat exchanger. Also it could be
useful to use the hot air of the radiator for heating purposes.
WhisperPower can advise on such applications and supply
additional installation parts for CHP.
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