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- Page 1 MAC 550F Flameless Air Heater Owner’s Manual 001663 MODEL NUMBER: _________________________ SERIAL NUMBER: _________________________ DATE PURCHASED:________________________ Register your Generac Mobile product at: WWW.GENERACMOBILE.COM 800-926-9768 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction and Safety Section 4 Maintenance Introduction ..............1 Maintenance Tasks ............13 Daily Walk Around Inspection ........13 Safety Rules ..............1 Check Engine Oil Level ..........13 General Hazards ............2 Drain the Oil ..............13 Explosion and Fire Hazards ........2 Adding Coolant ............14 Trailer Hazards .............2 Maintenance Schedule ..........14... - Page 4 This page intentionally left blank. Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater...
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Page 5: Section 1 Introduction And Safety
LLC product. This unit has been designed provide high- performance, efficient operation, and years of use when maintained properly. The MAC 550F flameless air heater is designed and built for sustained, reliable heat production in industrial operating conditions and environments. The MAC 550F is built to withstand rough and frequent handling. -
Page 6: General Hazards
Introduction and Safety General Hazards Explosion and Fire Hazards Trailer Hazards Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater... -
Page 7: Battery Hazards
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Page 9: Section 2 General Information
General Information Section 2 General Information Component Locations 001658 001657 Left Side Right Side Table 1 - Heater Components Engine radiator Hydraulic fluid reservoir tank Breakaway battery for trailer brakes Hydraulic fluid breather/separator Diesel engine Engine oil dipstick Hydraulic fluid filters Air filter Hydraulic fluid fill Engine fuel filters... -
Page 10: Emissions Information
General Information Emissions Information • Never exceed a 60/40 antifreeze/water mix, which provides protection to about -58°F (-50°C). For emissions information, see the OEM manual. • Any coolant must be nitrite free and meet the per- formance standards of ASTM D6210. Engine Oil Recommendations System capacity (engine only): 4.5 qt (4.3 L). -
Page 11: Hydraulic Oil
General Information Hydraulic Oil Wheel Chock Guidelines • Select wheel chock according to equipment type Type: Exxon Mobile DTE-10 ISO VG 68 hydraulic oil. and size System capacity: 23 gal (87 L). • Always use in pairs and on firm surfaces Trailer Towing Guidelines •... -
Page 12: Controller
General Information Controller For troubleshooting, see Digital Controller Status Messages. 001576 Figure 2-2. Controller Button Position Manual Mode Auto Mode Increase temperature Increase heat setting Decrease temperature Increase fan setting Overview/Analog gauge screen Main menu Heater on/off Next screen Popup “Softkeys” Monitoring, Diagnostic, and Protective Features The unit’s mechanical and electrical systems are connected to various sensors that monitor unit status. -
Page 13: Section 3 Operation
Operation Section 3 Operation Before Starting Engine Engine Coolant Check Pre-start Checklist Remove radiator fill cap. Check coolant level and degree of fouling. Level should be approximately 0.4 in (10 mm) below the • Remove all flammable materials and fire hazards radiator core top. -
Page 14: Engine And Heater Startup
Operation Engine and Heater Startup Close all doors that access the unit’s interior. Engine Warming -- IMPORTANT NOTE: All doors on the unit must be Please Wait closed during operation. Turn the ignition key to ON. The screen displays “Engine Preheat” (Figure 3- 001585 Figure 3-3. -
Page 15: Adjusting Heater Output
Operation Adjusting Heater Output Heater and Engine Shutdown The heater has two modes, AUTO and MANUAL. The Press OFF to stop the heater (Figure 3-7, item C). current mode displays at the top of the controller screen. The screen displays “Heater is cooling down-- Please wait”... -
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Page 17: Section 4 Maintenance
Maintenance Section 4 Maintenance Check Engine Oil Level Regular maintenance will improve performance and extend engine/equipment life. Generac Power Systems, CAUTION Inc. recommends that all maintenance work be performed by an Independent Authorized Service Dealer Engine damage. Verify proper type and quantity of (IASD). -
Page 18: Adding Coolant
Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Replace plug in drain port on sub base. Periodic inspection, service, and maintenance of this unit Adding Coolant is critical to ensure reliable operation. The following is the manufacturer’s recommended maintenance schedule. The maintenance items will need to be performed more frequently if the heater is used in severe applications (such as very high or very low ambient conditions or extremely dirty/dusty environments). -
Page 19: Engine Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Engine Maintenance Schedule To protect the warranty status of the engine, engine maintenance and repairs should be performed by an IASD. For more information on the checks and maintenance described below, see the engine manual. • Check engine oil: Level, leakage, and fouling •... -
Page 20: Other Maintenance Checks
Maintenance • Replace engine oil and oil filter element • Inspect engine accessory drive belts • Inspect fuel supply system • Clean positive crankcase ventilation valve At 1500 Operation Hours • Check injection nozzle (*) • Replace fuel filter element •... -
Page 21: Battery Inspection
Maintenance Battery Inspection precautions. Keep unauthorized personnel away. Observe the following precautions when working on batteries: • Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects. • Use tools with insulated handles. • Wear rubber gloves and boots. • Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of battery. •... - Page 22 Maintenance This page intentionally left blank. Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater...
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Page 23: Section 5 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Section 5 Troubleshooting General Troubleshooting Guide Problem Cause Solution Verify there is no fuel leakage and No fuel replenish Low oil level Replenish oil to full Turn emergency shutdown switch Emergency shutdown switch is ON Air in fuel system Bleed air Remove water and change Fuel filter is clogged... - Page 24 Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Needs more warm-up time Conduct warm-up operation Too much engine oil Correct oil level Engine control system fails Contact Generac Technical Exhaust Smoke is White Injection pump failure Service Fuel system failure Contact Generac Technical Ser- Long time idling (more than two hours) vice •...
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Page 25: Digital Controller Status Messages
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Incorrect heater setting (target tempera- Adjust heater output ture too low) Access doors are open Close all access doors • Check level on tank sight glass, adjust as needed Low HTF/hydraulic oil level • Inspect HTF hoses for leaks or loose fittings No/low heat condition •... - Page 26 Troubleshooting This page intentionally left blank. Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater...
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Page 27: Section 6 Installation Diagrams And Service Log
Installation Diagrams and Service Log Section 6 Installation Diagrams and Service Log Engine Harness (1 of 3) Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater... -
Page 28: Engine Harness (2 Of 3)
Installation Diagrams and Service Log Engine Harness (2 of 3) Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater... -
Page 29: Engine Harness (3 Of 3)
Installation Diagrams and Service Log Engine Harness (3 of 3) Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater... -
Page 30: Trailer Wiring Harness
Installation Diagrams and Service Log Trailer Wiring Harness Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater... -
Page 31: Service Log
Installation Diagrams and Service Log Service Log OIL GRADE: _____________________________________ BRAND: __________________________________ COOLANT MIXTURE: _____________________________ BRAND: __________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________ Hours to Coolant Hours to Coolant Date Oil Level Date Oil Level Service Level Service Level Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater... - Page 32 Installation Diagrams and Service Log This page intentionally left blank. Owner’s Manual for Flameless Air Heater...
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