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  • Page 1 ENERGY & LIGHTING TEC29 EV AUS Generator Installation and Operating Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TEC29 EV AUS Please read this instruction manual carefully before installation and first use, and store it in a safe place. If you pass on the product to another person, hand over this instruction manual along with it. Table of contents Explanation of symbols .

  • Page 4: Explanation Of Symbols

    Explanation of symbols TEC29 EV AUS Explanation of symbols WARNING! Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can cause fatal or serious injury. CAUTION! Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can lead to injury. NOTICE! Failure to observe this instruction can cause material damage and impair the function of the product.
  • Page 5 TEC29 EV AUS Safety instructions General safety WARNING! • Electrical devices are not toys Keep electrical devices out of reach of children or infirm persons. Do not allow them to use electrical devices without supervision. • People (including children) whose physical, sensory or mental capacities prevent them from using this device safely may not be allowed to operate it without the supervision of a responsible adult.
  • Page 6 Safety instructions TEC29 EV AUS NOTICE! • Do not fill up the tank too full. Petrol must not be allowed to fill up to the neck of the tank. Check the lid is on properly. Mounting the device CAUTION! • Fire hazards Do not install the generator in a box or room without any openings, but in well-ventilated spaces instead.

  • Page 7: Scope Of Delivery

    TEC29 EV AUS Scope of delivery Scope of delivery Item in Number Description fig. 1 Generator Digital control panel Silencer with spark arrestor and fixing material Exhaust hose, 2 m 1 set Mounting bracket for silencer 1 set Retaining bracket for external installation...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    Parallel cable 9102900296 Intended use The TEC29 EV AUS (ref. no. 9102900291) generator is designed for use in motor homes, camper vans and vehicles for commercial use. The generator is not suitable for installation in water vessels. The generator produces a pure sine wave voltage of 230 V/50 Hz which can be connected to the consumer with a total continuous load of 2600 W.

  • Page 9: Technical Description

    TEC29 EV AUS Technical description Technical description The TEC29 EV AUS generator consists of the following main parts (fig. 2, page 9): • Combustion engine (1) • Alternator (2) with permanent magnets • Stepper motor (3) • Inverter (4) • Internal control panel (5) •...
  • Page 10 Technical description TEC29 EV AUS The generator has the following features: • Automatic mode for charging the connected battery automatically (must be configured accordingly when installed, see chapter “Configuring the automatic mode” on page 25) Control elements in the control panel The control panel is located on the generator behind the cover.
  • Page 11 TEC29 EV AUS Technical description Control elements in the digital control panel The digital control panel is installed in the vehicle interior. Item in fig. 4, Description page 11 Display Shows the status reports. On/Off switch P Switches the digital control panel on and off if the main switch is at “I”...

  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation TEC29 EV AUS Displays Item in fig. 4, Description page 11 AC supply Approximate voltage (±5 %) Power output Power draw through connected load Operating hours Time the generator is in operation DC voltage Battery voltage Messages Status reports of the generator (see chapter “Display messages”...
  • Page 13 TEC29 EV AUS Installation Securing the generator Note on installation location • Make sure that no combustible objects are stored or installed near the air outlet or the ventilation slots. A distance of at least 50 cm should be kept.
  • Page 14 Installation TEC29 EV AUS • Internal installation (fig. 6): For internal installation, you need to prepare a sealed compartment against the vehicle interior which can also be insulated against sound. – Attach exhaust and air intake openings to the floor and in front of the generator cover.
  • Page 15 TEC29 EV AUS Installation Securing the silencer Observe the following instructions when installing the exhaust pipe: • Do not create any sharp bends which will inhibit the flow of exhaust fumes. • Align the manifold (fig. 7 1) along the housing to ensure greater damping of vibration.
  • Page 16 Installation TEC29 EV AUS...
  • Page 17 TEC29 EV AUS Installation ➤ Fix the exhaust pipe to the vehicle using flexible elements to reduce vibrations (e.g AG 163, available as accessory).
  • Page 18 Installation TEC29 EV AUS Installing the tank and fuel supply line Please observe the following instructions for the installation location: • The tank bottom must be positioned at a maximum of 0.3 m below the bottom of the generator. • The top of the tank must not be higher than the top of the generator.
  • Page 19 TEC29 EV AUS Installation Mounting the digital control panel Please observe the following instructions for the installation location: • Observe the length of the extension cable from the digital control panel to the generator. 10.5 ➤ Drill the holes as shown in fig. d.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Electrical Power To The Generator

    Connecting the electrical power to the generator TEC29 EV AUS Connecting the electrical power to the generator DANGER! Danger of electrocution Make sure there is no voltage at electrically operated components before carrying out work on them! NOTICE! Protect the system with an RCD breaker according to AS3001 regulation.
  • Page 21 TEC29 EV AUS Connecting the electrical power to the generator Circuit diagrams The complete circuit diagram can be found in fig. e, page 22. Item Description 3-phase winding Auxiliary winding Battery charger Inverter Generator connector Stepper motor Main switch Thermal disconnector...
  • Page 22 Connecting the electrical power to the generator TEC29 EV AUS...
  • Page 23 TEC29 EV AUS Connecting the electrical power to the generator Control panel Item in Description fig. f Main switch Main fuse Battery charger fuse Digital control panel connection Connector for service purposes Battery positive terminal 230 V connection Earth Float connection (petrol tank)
  • Page 24 Connecting the electrical power to the generator TEC29 EV AUS Connecting 230 V NOTICE! • Connect a relay or a change over switch to the vehicle’s electrical system so that the generator is not damaged when the external mains is connected (according to AS3001 regulation).
  • Page 25 TEC29 EV AUS Connecting the electrical power to the generator ➤ Connect the negative terminal of the battery using a cable with a suitable cross- section (see above) via the insert of the generator (fig. g 1). ➤ Connect the earth connection on the generator to the vehicle chassis.
  • Page 26 Connecting the electrical power to the generator TEC29 EV AUS The generator switches off automatically once the battery has been fully charged. The circuit diagram for the automatic mode can be found in fig. h. Remote switch (not included) Vehicle ignition key...
  • Page 27 TEC29 EV AUS Connecting the electrical power to the generator Connecting the float ➤ Connect the float from the tank to the float connection (fig. f 9, page 23). Connecting two genarators in parallel NOTE Use only one starter battery to start both generators.
  • Page 28 Connecting the electrical power to the generator TEC29 EV AUS Line Neutral 12 V +12 V Load Line Neutral 12 V +12 V...

  • Page 29: Operating The Generator

    TEC29 EV AUS Operating the generator Operating the generator NOTICE! Do not run the generator over 70 % of the maximum constant output for the first 50 operating hours (run-in phase). NOTE Run the generator at a maximum of approx. 75 % of the maximum continuous load after the run-in phase.
  • Page 30 Operating the generator TEC29 EV AUS 10.3 Switching the digital control panel on and off This switch (fig. 4 2, page 11) on the digital control panel is for switching the digital control panel on and off. ➤ Switch the digital control panel on with the on/off switch.
  • Page 31 TEC29 EV AUS Operating the generator 10.6 Operating two generators in parallel (optional) NOTE The maximum allowed load for the parallel system is 4800 W. You can independently turn each generator on and off. If the load is more than 2600 W, you can start both generators in parallel.
  • Page 32 Operating the generator TEC29 EV AUS 10.7 Display messages To reset the digital control panel when a message appears, press the on/off switch. Display message Generator behaviour Measures Description The generator does not start. Charge the battery. LOW BATTERY The battery voltage has fallen below the minimum value for starting up (9V).
  • Page 33 TEC29 EV AUS Operating the generator Display message Generator behaviour Measures Description GEN CAL The generator is running but Wait a moment. does not supply any voltage. Message appears when the generator is started up; it shows the calibration phase which takes place before each start-up.
  • Page 34 Operating the generator TEC29 EV AUS 10.8 Checking the oil level CAUTION! Hot oil can cause burns. Only check the oil level when the generator is switched off. NOTE The generator must be level. Always check the oil level before use. To do this, proceed as follows (fig. j): ➤...
  • Page 35 TEC29 EV AUS Operating the generator ➤ Take the dipstick (2) out of the filler neck. ➤ Check that the oil level is between the notch (maximum filling level) and the tip of the dipstick (4). If not, top up with more oil.

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Generator

    Cleaning the generator TEC29 EV AUS ➤ Press the start button within 15 seconds and hold it down for 4 seconds. ✓ The display shows: GEN AUTO ➤ The automatic mode is switched on. 10.10 Switching off the automatic mode ➤...

  • Page 37: Servicing The Generator

    TEC29 EV AUS Servicing the generator Servicing the generator NOTE Find your Dometic service partner on the internet: http://service-location.dometic.com 12.1 Maintenance table WARNING! Only have maintenance work carried out by specialist personnel who are familiar with the relevant regulations. Inadequate maintenance may cause serious hazards.
  • Page 38 Servicing the generator TEC29 EV AUS 12.2 Preparing maintenance work CAUTION! Note the following for all maintenance work: • The generator must not be running. • All the parts must be cooled down. ➤ Switch the generator to the off position with the main switch (fig. j 1, page 34).
  • Page 39 TEC29 EV AUS Servicing the generator 12.3 Finishing maintenance work ➤ Connect the generator to the positive terminal of the supply battery. ➤ Switch the generator to standby with the main switch (fig. j 1, page 34). ➤ Close the generator front door.
  • Page 40 Servicing the generator TEC29 EV AUS ➤ Allow the generator to run until warm so that the oil can drain off faster and completely. ➤ Place a suitable receptacle under the drain plug (1). ➤ Take out the drain plug (1).
  • Page 41 TEC29 EV AUS Servicing the generator Service the oil filter as follows (fig. m): ➤ Prepare the maintenance work and pull the generator out of the housing slightly: see chapter “Preparing maintenance work” on page 38. ➤ Remove the butterfly nut (1) and the filter cover (2).
  • Page 42 Servicing the generator TEC29 EV AUS Cleaning the paper filter ➤ Knock the dirt off the paper by banging it lightly on a hard surface or use com- pressed air to blow through the filter. Do not brush the paper as this will push the dirt into the fibres of the paper filter.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    TEC29 EV AUS Troubleshooting ➤ Measure the distance between the electrodes with a thickness gauge (fig. n, page 42). It must be 0.7 – 0.8 mm and can be corrected by bending the elec- trode if necessary. ➤ Check whether the spark plug seal is intact.
  • Page 44 Troubleshooting TEC29 EV AUS Fault Cause Remedy ➤ Fill up with petrol. The starter turns Not enough fuel in the fuel pipe or fuel but the generator tank is empty. does not start. ➤ Check the electric connections. Spark plug is not receiving any power.

  • Page 45: Warranty

    TEC29 EV AUS Warranty Warranty The statutory warranty period applies. If the product is defective, please contact the service partner in your country (addresses on the back on the instruction manual). Our experts will be happy to help you and will discuss the warranty process with you in more detail.

  • Page 46: Technical Data

    Technical data TEC29 EV AUS Technical data Dometic TEC29 EV AUS Ref. no.: 9102900291 Rated output voltage: 230 Vw / 50 Hz Max. constant output 2600 W (at 25 °C at sea level): Derating altitude: 3.5 % derating every 300 m increase in...
  • Page 47 TEC29 EV AUS Technical data...
  • Page 48 Dometic (Pty) Ltd. Dometic Branch Office Belgium MEXICO Regional Office Zincstraat 3 Dometic Mx, S. de R. L. de C. V. South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa B-1500 Halle Circuito Médicos No. 6 Local 1 Unit 6-7 on Mastiff Linbro Park ...

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