Introduction; General; Service And Maintenance; Guarantee - Whisper Power M-GV/2 User Manual

INTRODUCTION

1 INTRODUCTION
1.1

GENERAL

This manual serves as a guideline for the safe and effective
operation, maintenance and possible correction of minor
malfunctions of the two and three cylinder genverters for
marine applications manufactured
WhisperPower.
It is therefore essential that every person who works on or with
the genverters should be familiar with the contents of this
manual, and that he/she should carefully follow the instructions
contained herein. Both safety and durability depend very much
on the correct identification, installation and the correct
understanding of ratings, features, design, maintenance and
operation procedures.
The information, specifications, illustrations and statements
contained within this publication are given with our best
intentions and are believed to be correct at the time of going to
press.
All of the specifications, provisions and instructions contained
in this manual apply solely to standard versions of the standard
versions of the two and three cylinder genverters delivered by
WhisperPower.
This manual is valid for the following models:
Part no. Description
41001105 M-GV/2 K (Kubota Z482)
41005005 M-GV 8, wet exhaust (Kubota Z482)
41005006 M-GV 8, ungrounded, wet exhaust (Kubota Z482)
41005030 M-GV 8, keel cooling, dry exhaust (Kubota Z482)
41001305 M-GV/3 K (Kubota D722)
41009005 M-GV 10, wet exhaust (Kubota D722)
41009006 M-GV 10, ungrounded, wet exhaust (Kubota D722)
41009030 M-GV 10, keel cooling, dry exhaust (Kubota D722)
41006005 M-GV 12, wet exhaust (Kubota D1105)
41006006 M-GV 12, ungrounded, wet exhaust (Kubota D1105)
41006030 M-GV 12, keel cooling, dry exhaust (Kubota D1105)
41001505 M-GV/3+, wet exhaust (Kubota D1105)
41007005 M-GV 15, wet exhaust (Kubota D1105)
41007055 M-GV 15, 120V/60Hz, wet exhaust (Kubota D1105)
For other models, especially Mitsubishi-based M-GV/2 and M-
GV/3 genverters, see other manuals available on our website:
www.whisperpower.com.
Our policy is one of continued development and we reserve the
right to amend any technical information without prior notice.
Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the
particulars contained within this publication neither the
manufacturer nor the distributor or dealer in any circumstances
shall be held liable for any inaccuracy or for the consequences
thereof.
1.2

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Regular service and maintenance should be carried out
according to the directions in this manual. For service and
maintenance, turn to the manufacturer or a dealer.
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and marketed by
M-GV/2, M-GV/3, M-GV/3+, M-GV 8, M-GV 10, M-GV 12 and M-GV 15
1.3

GUARANTEE

WhisperPower guarantees that this genverter has been built
according to the principles of good workmanship, according to
the specifications in this manual and according to European
Community safety regulations.
During production and prior to delivery, all of our genverters
are tested and inspected.
This genverter correct operation is subject to guarantee. The
period and conditions of this guarantee are laid down in the
general conditions of delivery as registered with the Chamber
of Commerce and Industries for the North of the Netherlands
number 01120025 and are available on request. The guarantee
period is two years, limited to 1000 running hours. Some
aspects of our guarantee scheme are given here in more detail.
Guarantee does not cover failures caused by misuse, neglect or
faulty installation.
Example 1: Faulty installation
Seawater entering the engine is the most common cause of
damage to combustion engines (both propulsion and generator
engines) in boats. The entry of water must be avoided under all
conditions. Be aware that the conditions in blue water sailing
can be extreme. Refer to the installation manual for
instructions but remember these are for guidance only as many
factors influence the installation of the genverter. The ultimate
responsibility will always be with the owner. If in doubt, ask!
Example 2: Misuse
Long term running with no load or too little load can cause the
exhaust to get choked with soot or carbon. Cleaning the
exhaust is not covered by guarantee.
Example 3: Neglect
Sometimes the seal of the raw water pump starts leaking.
Mostly this begins with a little drip and it slowly gets worse.
Regular visual inspection of the genverter is necessary to
prevent damage from occurring due to a leaking water pump.
When serious damage is discovered after weeks of neglect,
guarantee claims will not be honoured.
Example 4: Neglect
A WhisperPower genverter has an option for an auto start/stop
mode or interval mode. WhisperPower cannot be held
responsible for damage caused by the genverter running
unattended. Oil changes must be carried out according to the
maintenance schedule.
Guarantee means that faulty parts are repaired or replaced free
of charge. If necessary the whole genverter unit will be
exchanged. Labour necessary to complete repairs on board a
vessel by an authorized service engineer is covered, but is
limited to a reasonable number of hours and reasonable rates
in relation to the actual repair work that has to be done.
Travel expenses and travel hours are not covered, neither is the
labour required to take a genverter out of a vessel or for
reinstallation. There is no cover for labour needed to get access
May 2018 EN