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Shindaiwa DGK7F Owner's And Operator's Manual

Shindaiwa DGK7F Owner's And Operator's Manual

Diesel engine generator, vertical, water-cooled 4-cycle diesel engine
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OWNER
S AND OPERATOR
DGK7F
Vertical, Water-Cooled 4-Cycle Diesel Engine
WARNING
Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
 Always start and operate the engine in a well ventilated area.
 If in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside.
 Do not modify or tamper with the exhaust system.
 Do not idle the engine except as necessary.
For more information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov/diesel.
WARNING
Cancer and reproductive Harm-
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
WARNING
Batteries, battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, and other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
CAUTION
Do not operate the Generator, or any other appliance, before you have read and
understood the instructions for use and keep near for ready use.
California Proposition 65
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S MANUAL
X753-007670
X753802-0000
DGK7F

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  • Page 1 ’ ’ OWNER S AND OPERATOR S MANUAL DGK7F Vertical, Water-Cooled 4-Cycle Diesel Engine California Proposition 65 WARNING Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 3 Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Shindaiwa soundproof diesel engine generator.  This manual has been created to ensure safe usage of this generator. Be sure to read this manual before operation. Improper operation/handling of this generator will result in an accident or malfunction.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Instructions ..................2 Specifications .................... 6 2-1. Specifications ..................6 2-2. Ambient Conditions ................7 Applications ....................7 Part Names ....................7 4-1. External View/Part Names ..............7 4-2. Operation Panel Configuration ............9 Equipment ....................10 5-1.

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions WARNING : EXHAUST GAS POISONING  Do not operate the generator in poorly ventilated areas such as indoors or tunnels, as the exhaust gas of the engine contains substances that are harmful to human health.  Do not direct exhaust fumes at bystanders or buildings. WARNING : ELECTRIC SHOCK ...
  • Page 6 CAUTION : EXPLOSION  Never use or recharge the battery if the fluid level is below the minimum level.  Do not create sparks or bring flame near the battery as it generates flammable gas. CAUTION : FIRE  Do not carry flammable items (such as fuel, gas and paint) or items that are highly combustible near the generator as the muffler, exhaust gas and other parts become extremely hot.
  • Page 7 CAUTION : INJURY  Always be sure to use lifting hooks when lifting up the generator, and slowly lift it straight up.  Personnel performing lifting work must wear protective gear such as helmets, safety shoes and gloves.  Remove the wood ties if using anchors to secure the generator ...
  • Page 8  Warning /Caution Label Locations If warning or caution labels become damaged and difficult to read, replace with new labels in the indicated locations. Order labels using part number indicated in the parenthesis. ① Warning: Injury (Part no. : X505-007550) ②...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications 2-1. Specifications Model Unit DGK7F Revolving Field Brushless Generator Type ZigZag-W Armature Connection Rated Frequency Rated Output(Prime) Standby Output Rated Voltage 240/120 Rated Current 27/54 Power Factor Insulation Excitation Self-Excitation (brushless) No. of Pole Type Vertical Water-Cooled 4-Cycle Diesel...

  • Page 10: Ambient Conditions

    2-2. Ambient Conditions Use this generator in ambient conditions as described below. Failure to provide these conditions can result in problems such as malfunction, insufficient output and reduced durability. ■ Ambient temperature: 5 to 104 °F (-15 to 40 °C) ■...
  • Page 11 Safety Guard Spill Containment Wiring Connector Check Door Fuel Tank Air Cleaner Oil Level Indicator Oil Filler Coolant Sub-Tank Spill Containment Oil Filter Fuel Filter Spill Containment Drain Valve Coolant Drain Plug Fuel Drain Plug Oil Drain Plug Battery Accessories Owner’s Engine Warranty...

  • Page 12: Operation Panel Configuration

    4-2. Operation Panel Configuration ① Circuit Breaker ⑩ Fuel Meter ② Voltmeter ⑪ Accessory Switch ③ Over Crank Indicator ⑫ Display Selector Switch ④ Pilot Lamp ⑬ Starter Switch Spill containment Overflow ⑤ ⑭ Voltage Regulator Warning Indicator ⑥ Hour Meter ⑮...

  • Page 13: Equipment

    Equipment 5-1. Available Output Monitor The available power generation capacity is shown on the digital display for each output power supply. Use the display selector switch to display the values in the following order: single phase three-wire U-W output, single phase three-wire U-N output, and single phase three-wire W-N output.

  • Page 14: Warning Indicators

    If the liquid stored in the spill containment exceeds approximately about 11.4 gal. ( 43 liters ) during operation, the SPILL CONTAINMENT overflow warning indicator illuminates, and the engine will be automatically stopped. If this occurs, flush the liquid stored in the spill containment.
  • Page 15 (1) BATTERY (Insufficient Charging) Warning Indicator (Low Battery Voltage) The BATTERY warning indicator illuminates and the engine automatically stops when charging is not possible during operation. If this occurs, contact authorized distributor where the generator was purchased. < Note > ...

  • Page 16: Spill Containment Overflow Warning Indicator

    (5) SPILL CONTAINMENT (Spill Containment Amount) Checking Indicator The SPILL CONTAINMENT checking indicator illuminates if the liquid stored in the spill containment exceeds approximately about 3.4gal. ( 13 liters ) during operation. If it illuminates, immediately stop the engine and flush the liquid stored in the spill containment. (Refer to section “10.

  • Page 17: Meters And Gauges

    5-5. Meters and Gauge Engine Meters and Gauges (1) Hour Meter Hour Meter Displays the operating time. Use this as a reference for managing periodic inspection interval. (2) Tachometer Displays the engine speed. 3,600 rpm is displayed at 60 Tachometer Fuel Meter (3) Fuel Meter Displays the amount of fuel in the internal fuel tank.
  • Page 18 (2) Pilot Lamp This lamp illuminates when the engine is operating to indicate that power is being generated. (3) Over Crank Indicator/No Speed Signal This indicator lights up if the engine fails to start. OVER CRANK INDICATOR If that happens, set the starter switch selector to "STOP,"...

  • Page 19: Transport/Installation

    Voltage Regulator (1) Voltage Regulator This dial is for regulating voltage output by the generator. Turn the dial clockwise to increase the voltage and counterclockwise to decrease it. Transport/Installation 6-1. Transport Procedures WARNING : INJURY  Do not lift up the unit using tie down. Use of such could result in the generator falling. ...

  • Page 20: Installation Procedures

    6-2. Installation Procedures WARNING : EXHAUST GAS POISONING  Do not operate the generator in poorly ventilated areas such as indoors or tunnels, as the exhaust gas of the engine contains substances that are harmful to human health.  Do not direct exhaust fumes at bystanders or buildings. CAUTION : FIRE Do not carry flammable items (such as fuel, gas and paint) or items that are highly combustible near the generator as the muffler, exhaust gas and other...

  • Page 21: Connecting Load Cables

    Select cable for use that has sufficient thickness and an allowable current for use, and distance from the generator to the equipment using the generator. < Note >  Select cable with thickness that ensures the voltage drop across the cable would be within 5% of the rated voltage.

  • Page 22: Pre-Operation

     Single-phase 120V receptacle, single-phase 240/120V receptacle CON5 CON6 240V CON1 CON2 CON4 CON3 120V 120V 120V 120V 240V Load Load Load Load 120V 120V 120V 120V Load Load 240/120V 240/120V Allowable output limit as shown below. (kVA) 240/120V 240/120V 120V GFCI 120V GFCI Twist...

  • Page 23: Checking Engine Oil

    8-1. Checking Engine Oil To check the engine oil, keep the equipment in leveled position, remove the oil level indicator and wipe so that no oil remains, and then re-insert the dipstick fully. Prior to starting the engine, make sure to fill the engine oil through the oil filler until it reaches the MAX line. Oil Level オイルフィラ...

  • Page 24: Checking Coolant

    8-2. Checking Coolant CAUTION : BURNS  Do not open the radiator cap immediately after stopping the engine. Doing so will result in steam gushing out.  Hot steam gushes out from the coolant sub-tank if the generator overheats. Do not touch the coolant Sub-Tank. Check that the Sub-Tank coolant level is in between FULL and LOW.

  • Page 25: Checking The Fuel

     Engine coolant could leak if the radiator is not completely tightened or there is a gap in the seating face. Always be sure to securely tighten the radiator cap.  Do not add engine coolant past the FULL level line of the coolant sub-tank. (3) Coolant Capacity Total Coolant Capacity 0.69 (0.16) gal.

  • Page 26: Checking For Fuel, Oil And Coolant Leak

    < Note >  The types of liquids that can accumulate in the spill containment include oil, fuel, coolant and battery fluid such that it is not possible to distinguish between rain water and other liquids. Dispose of flushed liquids according to the related laws and regulations. 8-5.

  • Page 27: Operating Procedures

     Replacing the Battery Remove the battery negative (-) cable. (Always be sure to remove the negative (-) side first. ) Remove the battery hold-down clamp. Remove the battery positive (+) cable. Remove the battery. * Reverse the procedure above for installing the battery. (First, connect the positive (+) cable of the replaced battery.) Operating Procedures 9-1.
  • Page 28 < Note >  Check that the surrounding area is safe before starting the engine.  When there are multiple workers who are working together, they must mutually signal each other before starting the engine.  Do not use in an area with high temperature or humidity, or an area with a large amount of dust. ...

  • Page 29: Procedures During Operation

    (2) Auto Start First, use the voltage regulator dial to adjust the voltage to the specified value. Turn on the main breaker on the operation panel of this machine. Set the accessory switch to "OFF," and use the safety cap to cover it. Confirm that the fuel spigot is open.

  • Page 30: Stopping Operation

    9-3. Stopping Operation CAUTION : BURNS  Do not touch the engine and surrounding components immediately after stopping the engine as they are still extremely hot. (1) Manual Start Turn the switches and breakers on the load side to OFF. Turn off the main breaker on the operation panel of this machine.

  • Page 31: Protective Functions

    9-4. Protective Functions WARNING : INJURY  Do not open the inspection door when the starter switch is in the AUTO or START position. It may get caught in rotating parts such as cooling fans and fan belt.  Always turn the starter switch to the STOP position and stop the engine, then close and lock OPERATION PANEL DOOR before checking or maintaining the engine.

  • Page 32: Inspection/Maintenance

    10. Inspection/Maintenance California Proposition 65 WARNING Batteries, battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, and other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. WARNING : ELECTRIC SHOCK/INJURY ...
  • Page 33 Dispose of oil, fuel, coolant (LLC), filter, battery and other hazardous materials according to laws and regulations concerning industrial waste. Contact authorized distributor where the generator was purchased if you have any inquiries regarding proper disposal.  When check doors are open during maintenance, take measures so that unrelated personnel cannot accidentally come close to the generator.
  • Page 34 Inspection Intervals Daily Every Every Inspection Item 1st 50 Every 100 Every 200 Every 400 Inspection 1,000 2,000 hours hours hours hours hours hours  Inspect/Add Fuel  Inspect/Add Engine Oil 2nd time 1st time Change Engine Oil and after ...
  • Page 35 (1) Engine Oil Replacement First Time 50 hour Oil Filler Thereafter Every 100 hours Oil Level Indicator Set a container to catch spilled engine oil. Remove the oil filler cap. After removing the oil drain plug, drain the engine oil. After the oil has been drained, close and tighten the oil drain plug.
  • Page 36 (3) Air Filter Element Cleaning/Replacement 1st Time: 50 hour Clean 2nd Time and after: Every 100 hours Replace Every 400 hours Remove the air cleaner clips and cleaner cap. Remove the element. Clean or replace the element. Reverse the procedure above for re-assembly. Air Cleaner <...
  • Page 37 (5) Draining Water from the Fuel Tank Drain Water Every 200 hours Set a container to catch spilled water. Remove the fuel drain plug and packing. After the water has been drained, tighten the fuel drain plug with new packing. <...
  • Page 38 (7) Fan Belt Adjustment First Time 50 hour Thereafter Every 100 hours Remove the safety guard. Safety Guard Inspect that there is no damage to the fan belt. If so, be sure to replace it. Push the center of the fan belt with your finger (49N “5kgf”), adjust slack around 0.39 in (10mm).
  • Page 39 Close the drain valve lever after the liquid has been flushed, and applies sealant coating to the plug or wraps it by seal tape. Drain Valve Lever Drain Valve Drain Valve Drain Valve Loose Lever Close Lock Tighte Drain Plug Open Drain Plug(R1/2) (R1/2)
  • Page 40  Spill Containment Cleaning/Inspection Use a high-pressure cleaner or similar equipment to clean the inside of the spill containment. Remove the drain plug (R1/2) to drain the cleaning water and open the drain valve lever. Check that no rust has developed inside of the spill containment. If rust has developed, remove and clean again.
  • Page 41 (11) Elimination of excessive carbon in the exhaust system by extensive light load WARNING : EXHAUST GAS POISONING  Do not operate the generator in poorly ventilated areas such as an indoors or tunnels, as the exhaust gas of the engine contains substances that are harmful to human health.

  • Page 42: Long-Term Storage

    11. Long-Term Storage WARNING : INJURY  Always turn the starter switch to the STOP position and stop the engine, then close and lock OPERATION PANEL DOOR before checking or maintaining the engine. CAUTION : FIRE  Always be sure to wipe up any spilled fuel or oil. ...

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Double-Stacking Storage Procedures WARNING : INJURY Always be sure to observe the following items when double stacking this generator in a warehouse or similar location.  Check that the hood of this generator is not dented, and that bolts are not loose or missing. ...
  • Page 44 Problem Suspected cause Action Starter motor 1. Battery output is weak 1. Check battery fluid or charge does not drive 2. Battery is deteriorated 2. Replace Battery or speed is low 3. Battery terminal is OFF or loosen 3. Fix/Tighten terminal 4.
  • Page 45 Problem Suspected cause Action Pointer (hand) does not 1. Voltage meter is defective 1. Contact distributor or dealer for repair move in voltage meter 2. AVR is defective 2. Contact distributor or dealer for repair 3. Disconnected circuit, loose terminal or 3.

  • Page 46: Generator Circuit Diagram

    13. Generator Circuit Diagram...

  • Page 47: Engine Electrical Circuit Diagram

    14. Engine Electrical Circuit Diagram...
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