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S AND OPERATOR S MANUAL Vertical, Water-Cooled 4-Cycle Diesel Engine 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. DG20MK-P X750-025 61 2 X750801-470 2...
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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.
Safety Instructions WARNING : SUFFOCATION FROM EXHAUST FUME 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 pedestrians or buildings. WARNING : ELECTRIC SHOCK Before connecting or disconnecting the load cables to/from the output terminal, always turn the output circuit breakers to the OFF position, stop the engine, and remove the engine key.
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CAUTION : EYE/SKIN INJURY Wear rubber gloves and other protective wear to protect eyes, skin and clothing from the battery fluid which contains diluted sulfuric acid. If the battery fluid contacts eyes or skin, wash out immediately with a sufficient amount of clean water. Be sure to receive medical treatment, especially if the fluid contacts the eyes.
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CAUTION : PROPERTY DAMAGE If using this generator for medical equipment, check before use with the medical equipment manufacturer, doctor, hospital or similar entity. Check that the generator output setting, output terminal connection and load power source are consistent. Cable burnout can occur due to generated heat if the load current exceeds the allowable current of the cable.
2. Specifications 2-1. Specifications Model Unit DG20MK-P/ANZ Rotating Field, Brushless 3-Phase Generating Type Synchronous Alternator Rated Output Rated Voltage Rated Current 27.8 Rated Frequency Winding 3-Phase, 4-Wire Power factor Insulation class Excitation Self-Excitation(Brushless) No. of poles Types Vertical Water-Cooled 4-Cycle Diesel Engine...
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: -15 to 40 degree Celsius Relative humidity: 80% or less Elevation: 300 m or less Applications...
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Radiator Plate Tie-Down Radiator * Shown with side-plate removed. Tie-Down Fuel Filter Air Cleaner Oil Filler Coolant Sub-Tank Alternator Check Door Engine Check Door Oil Level Indicator Battery Oil Filter 3way fuel valve Water Separator External Tank Fuel Inlet External Tank Fuel Return Oil Drain plug Coolant Drain plug Accessories...
Equipment 5-1. Warning Indicators WARNING : INJURY Close all doors and place locks during operation, to avoid injuries by unintentionally contact with moving parts such as the cooling fan and fan belt. Before performing any equipment check or maintenance, stop the engine, and remove the engine key.
(2) OIL PRESS (engine oil pressure) Warning Indicator (Low Oil Press.) CAUTION: BURNS Always be sure to stop the engine and allow the engine to cool when performing inspection or maintenance of engine oil. Opening the oil gauge or oil filler cap during operation will result in hot oil gushing out. If the engine oil pressure drops below 0.49×100kPa(0.5kgf/cm ) during operation, the OIL PRESS and ENGINE warning indicators light up, and the engine automatically stops.
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(2) Water Temperature Gauge Water Temperature Gauge displays the temperature of engine coolant. Normal temperature may vary depending on the environment, but it should be between 75 to 90 degrees Celsius. < Note > If the temperature exceeds normal value, disconnect the load,idle the engine at 1000min , and wait until the reading falls to the normal temperature range.
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Switches (1) Starter Switch 1. Stop When the switch is set to this position, all power will be off. STOP The switch must be set to this position to remove the key. 2. Run PREHEAT The switch must be set to this position during operation. START <...
(7) 3-Phase Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (3P ELCB) 1-Phase Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (1P ELCB) Each receptacle, 3-Phase and 1-Phase is incorporated with ELCB respectively. When current leak occurs, it trips to stop power transmission to load. 1P ELCB 3P ELCB <...
< Note > When disconnecting piping from the external tank, turn the lever to the “A” side, and attach the bundled plug (R1/2”)to the external tank fuel inlet/return. (2) If using an external fuel tank Connect hoses from the external fuel tank to the 3Way Fuel external fuel inlet and the external fuel return.
6-2. Installation Procedures WARNING : SUFFOCATION FROM EXHAUST FUME 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 pedestrians or buildings. CAUTION : FIRE Do not bring flammable items (such as fuel, gas and paint) or items that are highly combustible near the generator as the muffler, exhaust gas and other...
Expedient Formula: the voltage drop of cables 3-Phase 3-Wire Length Voltage Drop Current × × × 1-Phase 2-Wire Length Voltage Drop Current × × × 7-2. Connecting Load Cables WARNING : ELECTRIC SHOCK Before connecting or disconnecting the load cables to/from the output terminal, always turn the output circuit breakers to the OFF position, stop the engine, and remove the engine key.
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(1) Grounding Work The qualified electrician should perform the grounding of the following 2 points(500 or below). The Bonnet grounding terminal of the generator. The Bonnet of the load. < Note > Bonnet Grounding Terminal In the event you cannot ground the generator to the earth, consult with the authorized distributor or our engineering section.
(3) Earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB) has activated When the ELCB has activated, repair the leakage point and restore it by the following procedure. (Overload happens when the breaker activates but the Earth leakage breaker does not activate.) Turn the 3-Phase ELCB to ON to restore. Turn the 1-Phase ELCB to ON to restore.
Relation of Viscosity/Temperature SAE30 Temp. (° F) SAE 10W-30 (3) Engine Oil Replacement Amount (Unit: Liter) Total Lubrication Oil Amount 9.7 (0.3) Value in parenthesis is the filter capacity. 8-2. Checking Coolant CAUTION : BURNS Do not open the radiator cap immediately after stopping the engine. Do so will result in steam gushing out.
(3) Coolant Amount (Unit: Liter) Total Coolant Amount 9.7(1.1) Value in parenthesis is the sub-tank capacity. 8-3. Checking the Fan Belt (1) Fan Belt Tension Press your finger against the middle of the fan belt. (approx. 98N) If the slack is 7 to 9 mm, the tension is normal.
8-5. Checking the Spill Containment CAUTION : FIRE If fuel or oil is leaking, repair the leaking location before operating. Open the check door and check the inside of the spill containment. Flush out any accumulated liquid. Refer to section “10. Inspection/Maintenance (8) Flushing Liquid in Spill Containment”...
Replacing the Battery (+) Post (-) Post Remove the battery negative (-) cable. (Always be sure to remove the negative (-) side first. ) Remove battery hold-down clamp. Remove the battery positive (+) cable. Remove the battery. Hold-Down * Install the battery by performing the above Clamp procedures in the reverse order.
Please be careful about a strong wind and the opening and shutting of the door at the sloping place enough. A door is open suddenly and is closed, and a finger might be sandwiched. Turn the main breaker on the operation panel to OFF. Pre-Heating Throttle Switch MainBreaker...
< Note > Turn the throttle switch to IDLING, start the engine and check that the air is completely bled from the system. If air bleeding is not complete, engine rotation will not be stable. In that case, repeat the air bleeding operation. 9-3.
Protection Feature List Engine Warning Action ELCB Breaker Automatic Lamp Cause Abnormality Trip Trip Shutdown Flash High Water Activates due to high water temperature − − Temperature in the engine Default 115 Activate due to low oil pressure in the Low Oil engine Default 0.49 ×...
Turn the 3way fuel valve lever to the “A” side in order to prevent fuel from flowing out from the external tank External Tank fuel inlet/return. Turn the lever completely as far as possible. If the lever is not completely pressed to either side, it might 0.6 0.8 in.
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< Note > All procedures except for pre-operation inspection should be performed by specialized technicians. Request authorized distributor where the generator was purchased to perform the procedures in the table with a “ ”. Always be sure to use genuine parts or those indicated specifically for replacement parts. Use a container to catch fluid bled from this generator that is large enough to prevent the fluid from spilling on the ground.
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Radiator and fins (Clean) Valve clearance (Check/Adjust) Fuel injector (Check) Elimination of carbon in the exhaust pipe line and muffler Oil separator filter (Replace) Indicators, Gauges Alarms (Check) Operation check of ELCB Grounding resistance check Insulation tes Spill containment fluid (Check/Drain) Spill containment (Check/Clean) (Clean)
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(2) Replacing the Oil Filter Gasket First Time 50 hours Thereafter Every 400 hours Drain the engine oil. (Refer to section “(1) Engine Oil Replacement”.) Remove the oil filter using a filter wrench. Spread a thin layer of oil on a new oil filter gasket. Thread the oil filter by hand, and turn by hand (do not use a filter wrench) from when the gasket contacts the seal surface until it is securely tightened.
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(4) Draining Water from the Water Separator Check Daily Clean Every 200 hours Drain water when the float (red) inside the cup floats to Fuel Valve the water draining position. Close Retainer ring Close the fuel valve. Unscrew the retainer ring counterclockwise, and remove Open the cup and the gauze filter.
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(7) Coolant Replacement Replace Every 2year or Every 1000 hours Remove the radiator plate. Radiator Plate Remove the radiator cap. Remove the coolant drain plug and packing. Filler Neck After the coolant has been drained, reinsert the coolant drain plug with new packing. Remove the subtank and flush the coolant from Radiator Cap the subtank.
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(9) Spill Containment Cleaning/Inspection WARNING : INJURY Do not lift up the unit using tie downs. Use of such could result in the generator falling. No persons should be under a lifted generator. CAUTION : INJURY Always be sure to use lifting hooks when lifting up the generator, and raise it slowly at a completely vertical angle.
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Check that there no rust has developed inside of the spill containment. If rust has developed, remove the rust and clean again. After the procedures have been completed, apply sealant coating to the plug (R1”) or wrap it in seal tape. <...
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(10) Elimination of carbon in the exhaust pipe line and muffler 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.
11. Long-Term Storage WARNING : INJURY Before performing any equipment check or maintenance, stop the engine, and remove the engine key. A person performing the maintenance should always keep the key. CAUTION : FIRE Always be sure to wipe up any spilled fuel or oil. Allow the generator to cool before covering with the protective cover.
(2) Double-Stacking 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 Top cover of this generator is not dented, and that bolts are not loosen or missing. Set in a location with a flat hard floor capable of withstanding the double-stacking weight.
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Problem Suspected cause Action Starter motor 1. Battery Isolator is OFF 1. Turn Battery Isolator to ON does not drive 2. Battery output is weak 2. Check / battery liquid/ or or speed is Charge low. 3. Battery is deteriorated 3.
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Overheated 1. Engine thermostat is defective 1. Ask our distributor to repair 2. Water temp sensor is defective 2. Ask our distributor to repair 3. Water temp meter is defective 3. Ask our distributor to repair 4. Fan belt tension is weak 4.
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