This machine should not be operated by any person who isn’t appropriately qualified or had the appropriate training. > Operation of this machine without periodic maintenance could cause it to malfunction. > For more information please contact your JCB Dealer. Please consult your manual for full information or consult your local dealer.
Key components – enclosure Fig 1 A Right front door B Right centre door C Rear rear door D Rear door E Front door F Left front door G Left rear door RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
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Key components – generator Fig 2 Bulk head B Skid C Battery D Fuel tank filler E DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) tank filler F Alternator G Voltage control rotary switch H Exhaust system J 'SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) K Radiator A Air filter B Control panel C Power cable exit...
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D Air filter indicator E Turbocharger F Oil sump G Radiator A Flywheel housing B Fuel pre-filters C Engine oil dipstick D Main fuel filter E Engine oil filler cap F Oil filter G Fuses RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
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Key components – control panel Fig 4 A Auxiliary indicator lamps B Audible alarm C Hour meter D Lockable door E Coolant heater and battery charger sockets F GFCI 120V Small power G USB (Universal Serial Bus) port H Voltage alarm J End of line synch switches K Digital synch connections L Analogue load share connection point...
3-way valve set to the ‘off’ position. > Check hoses for damage or loose clamps. > Visually inspect the engine and alternator for > Check level of engine oil using dipstick. any signs of damage, water, oil or fuel leaks. RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
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General checks > Make sure that all supplied documents are kept in the document holder case. > Ensure that machine intake and outlet air vents and grills are not obstructed or blocked in any way to allow good airflow through the machine.
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A Voltage control rotary switch stopped. Make sure that enough time is allowed 1 480/277V Three Phase for the engine/coolant to cool before the radiator 2 208/120V Three Phase cap is removed. 3 240/120V Single Phase D Padlock RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
Control panel – DEIF TDU107 Fig 7 Touchscreen Item Function DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Shows the percentage of DEF percentage Breaker Control Closes the breaker Date and Time Shows the controller data and time EAT (Exhaust After Opens EAT dashboard (shortcut) Treatment) dashboard Alarm Opens Alarms (shortcut)
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Item Function Opens Additional Operator Panel (shortcut) Breaker Control Opens Breaker Generator Control Starts Generator Generator Control Stops Generator Instrument Values Shows instrument values RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
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Control panel – DEIF TDU107 Operation – Manual Mode Engine will now crank and start to run. Starting Procedure Generator will now display engine and Perform all the pre-start checks before starting alternator status. It will change from red the generator. to a solid green to show that it is ready with no faults.
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If ‘stop/reset’ button is pressed again then generator will stop immediately. Ready to load and generator available LED indicators will go off. Turn the battery isolator to ‘off’ position after the engine has stopped. RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
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Control panel – DSE 8610 Fig 9 A Module display B Four configurable status LED C Close generator D Generator available LED E Start button F Alarm mute and lamp test G Auto mode H Generator breaker LED J Manual mode K Stop/reset button L Selected mode indication LED M Open generator (manual mode...
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Generator is on load, automatically ramps the load off the generator and then takes it off load (‘Close Generator Output’ becomes inactive). Further presses of the Open Generator button have no effect. RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
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Control panel – DSE 8610 Operation Turn on the main power supply MCCB. Single generator, controlled manually through its The generator can now be loaded. genset controller. Load is monitored by the operator. If the earth leakage relay trips at this point consult the site electrical installation engineer.
Disconnect the Machine Electrics Get access to the battery isolator. Turn the battery isolator key in a counter-clockwise direction and remove. Connect the Machine Electrics: Insert the battery isolator key and turn in a clockwise direction. RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
Multi voltage selection (where fitted) Rotary Switch IMPORTANT NOTE: Operation of 3-position voltage selector switch for safe and the rotary switch must only be quick break and make operation. Lockable with carried out with the generator in up to 4 separate padlocks. stop mode and electrically isolated to prevent personal injury and Fig 11...
This selection lever should be fully engaged in the chosen position. Please consult the manual for details of maximum distances and acceptable elevation of bulk fuel tanks. RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
Positioning Site Installation Fig 13 The generating set should be located on suitable foundations. A level concrete surface designed to carry the weight of the generating set is ideal (if unsure contact a structural engineer). All electrical and fuel ducting to and from the machine should be professionally installed.
Emergency stops A machine isolation button/emergency stop Fig 15 button is mounted externally on the canopy If pressed, all machine systems will stop completely. Use the emergency stop button in the case of an emergency or if the machine becomes unsafe and does not shutdown automatically.
Service checks Oil – Check (Level) Get access to the engine. Oil is toxic. If you swallow any oil, do not induce Remove and clean the dipstick. vomiting, seek medical advice. Used engine oil contains harmful contaminants which can cause skin Replace the dipstick.
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4.4. Install the filler cap, make sure that it is tight. Fig 17 A Expansion tank B Coolant filler cap C Air filter D Air filter indicator E Turbocharger F Oil sump G Radiator RS T4F Diesel Generator | G220RS...
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Service checks Air Filter – Check (Condition) Fig 18 Engine performance and durability will be severely affected if the quality of the air intake is poor. A dirty and blocked air cleaner element will reduce the amount of air entering the combustion chamber which can cause engine mis-firing, black smoke and low output power.
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Your notes Please consult your manual for full information or consult your local dealer.
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They should not therefore be relied upon in relation to suitability for a particular application. Guidance and advice should always be sought from your JCB Dealer’. JCB reserves the right to change specifications without notice. Illustrations and specifications shown may...
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