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M-SQ PRO 15/18 kVA
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1
General
This manual applies to the M-SQ Pro 15/18 Marine Diesel Gener-
ating set controlled by Digital Diesel Control first launched in Sep-
tember 2005. For other models refer to other manuals available
on our website: www. whisperpower.com.
To ensure reliability and durability of the equipment, it is very
important that the installation is carried out with the utmost care
and attention. To avoid problems, such as temperature problems,
noise levels, vibration, etc. the instructions set out in this manual
must be followed and all installation work must be carried out
professionally.
1.2
Location
Since WhisperPower generating sets have extremely compact di-
mensions, they can be installed in tight locations. Please consider
that even almost maintenance- free machinery must still remain
accessible.
When selecting the location area in which to mount the generat-
ing set, make sure there is sufficient room to carry out any main-
tenance work. The unit must be easily accessible on the service
side and on the distribution side to have access to the V-belt
Please also note that in spite of the automatic oil pressure sensor
it is still essential that the oil level is checked regularly.
1.3
Instructions for optimal sound and vibration
insulation
1.3.1 Further recommendations
Position the generating set as low as possible in the vessel. The
generating set is already secured to the base frame by means of
flexible engine mountings. The base frame can be mounted to
the ship main structure. Use the included mounting template to
determine the mounting spots.
Figure 1: Mounting of the Whisper generating set.
Marine Diesel Generator
X = wrong, V = OK
WhisperPower generating sets are standard equipped with a
sound cover. The canopy has been designed to give effective
sound insulation. For optimum sound and vibration dampening,
the following factors should be considered.
1.
Most important is the structure on which the generator is
places to be stiff. See figure 1. Directly below the rubber
mountings the structure should be supported vertically to
the superstructure of the ship.
2.
Avoid mounting the generating set in close proximity to thin
walls or floors that may cause resonance.
3.
Sound dampening is extremely poor if the generating set is
mounted on a light weight flimsy surface such as plywood
which will only amplify vibrations. If mounting on a thinner
surface cannot be avoided, this should be at least be
reinforced with stiffening struts or ribbing. If possible, holes
should be drilled or cut through the surface to help reduce
the resonance. Covering the surrounding walls and floors
with a heavy coating plus foam will certainly improve the
situation.
4.
Never connect the base of the generating set directly to
bulkheads or tanks.
1.4
Ventilation
The generating set normally draws air from the engine room.
Engine rooms with natural ventilation must have vent openings
of adequate size and location to enable the generating set to
operate without overheating. To allow an ample supply of air
within the temperature limits of the generating set an opening of
at least a half square meter (0,5 m2) is required.
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