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Shindaiwa DGK15F Owner's And Operator's Manual

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OWNER
S AND OPERATOR
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
X753-007 75 2
X753801-240 3
DGK15F

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  • Page 1 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. DGK15F X753-007 75 2 X753801-240 3...
  • 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

    1. 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 Terminal Cover Instructions (Part no. : M704-002250) ②...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications 2-1. Specifications Model Unit DGK15F Revolving Field Brushless Generator Type Rated Frequency Three phase Rated Output(Prime) Single phase 16.5 Three phase 13.2 Standby Output 13.2 Single phase 13.2 Three phase 208/240 Rated Voltage Single phase 120/139/240 Three phase-208V 36.1 Three phase-240V 36.1...

  • 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 Fan Guard Spill Containment Wiring Connector Check Door Fuel Tank Air Cleaner Oil Level Gauge Coolant Sub-Tank Spill Containment Oil Filter Fuel Filter Spill Containment Drain Valve Battery Coolant Drain Plug Fuel Drain Plug Oil Drain Plug Accessories Owner’s Engine Warranty Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 12: Operation Panel Configuration

    4-2. Operation Panel Configuration Spill containment Overflow ① ⑩ Circuit Breaker(3-Phase & 1-Phase) Warning Indicator ② ⑪ Voltmeter Tachometer ③ ⑫ Ammeter Available Output Monitor ④ ⑬ Frequency Meter Display Selector Switch ⑤ ⑭ Pilot Lamp Fuel Meter ⑥ ⑮ Voltage Regulator Hour Meter ⑦...

  • Page 13: Equipment

    Equipment 5-1. Three-phase and Single-phase simultaneous Output This generator is capable of generating three-phase and single-phase three-wire output simultaneously. (Three-phase output terminal and single-phase three-wire output terminal are equipped individually.) Neither switching operation of output nor switching operation of wiring is needed. Three-Phase and Single-Phase Three-Wire Output Terminal GROUND <...

  • Page 14: Warning Indicators

    CAUTION : BURNS  Do not touch the engine and surrounding components immediately after stopping the engine as they are still extremely hot. The bed of this generator is equipped with a spill containment (structure for preventing leakage of liquid) so that any spilled liquid will not leak to outside of the generator when oil or fuel is spilled or leak.
  • Page 15 This generator is equipped with the following warning indicators: BATTERY (insufficient charging), OIL PRESS (engine oil pressure), WATER TEMP (coolant temperature), OVER SPEED (engine overspeed) and SPILL CONTAINMENT (spill containment amount). When the engine starts, all the lamps will light off. Moving the starter switch from STOP to START causes the BATTERY and OIL PRESS warning indicator to illuminate, and all of the indicator lights will go off as the engine starts.

  • Page 16: Spill Containment Overflow Warning Indicator

    If the coolant temperature rises above 239 °F(115℃) during operation, the WATER TEMP warning indicator illuminates, and the engine will be automatically stopped. If this occurs, hot steam will gush out of the coolant sub-tank. Check the coolant sub-tank coolant level after the generator cools and add coolant to the coolant sub-tank if it is insufficient.

  • Page 17: Meters And Gauges

    If the liquid stored in the spill containment exceeds approximately about 13.7gal. ( 51.7 liters ) during operation, the SPILL CONTAINMENT overflow warning indicator illuminates, and the engine automatically stops. In that case, open the CHECK DOOR and check inside the SPILL CONTAINMENT whether fuel and oil leak.
  • Page 18 (2) Ammeter Displays the output current (phase current) of the generator. Turn the ammeter selector switch to “L1+U” to display the output current of the three-phase L1 phase and single-phase U phase. Turn the switch to “L3+W” to display the output current of the three-phase L3 phase and single-phase W phase.
  • Page 19 Switches (1) Starter Switch Remote Start The engine warms up and starts automatically. Terminal  START Pre-Heating 1-Phase The engine starts automatically. Indicator  STOP The engine is stopped, and the power supply is turned off completely in this Starter Switch position.

  • Page 20: Transport/Installation

     Switch Selection  “L1+U”: Three-phase L1 phase + Single-phase three-wire U phase (total)  “L2”: Three-phase L2 phase  “L3+W”: Three-phase L3 phase + Single-phase three-wire W phase (total) < Note >  If measuring the output current for a single-phase three-wire type, turn the ammeter selector switch to “L1+U”...

  • Page 21: Installation Procedures

    < Note >  Handle this generator with great care when raising, lowering and transporting. Rough handling of generator can result in damage or malfunction. 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.

  • Page 22: Load Connections

    Load Connections 7-1. Load Cable Selection CAUTION : PROPERTY DAMAGE  Cable burnout could occur due to generated heat if the load current exceeds the allowable current of the cable.  The voltage drop between cables is large if the cable is excessively long or thin, resulting in decreased input voltage to equipment using the generator, thereby causing decreased performance, faulty operation and malfunction.

  • Page 23: Connecting Load Cables

    7-2. Connecting Load Cables WARNING : ELECTRIC SHOCK  Always turn all the breakers OFF, place the starter switch in the STOP position and stop the engine before attaching / detaching the load cable to the output terminal or receptacle. ...
  • Page 24  For single-phase load:  Terminal voltage is 240 V. GROUND Load Load Load (2) Single-Phase Three-Wire Output Terminal and Receptacle  For single-phase three-wire type load:  U-W terminal voltage is 240 V.  U-N terminal voltage is 120 V. ...
  • Page 25  Power available for use by each output terminal and receptacle are as show below. GROUND U-N / W-N / U-W CON1 CON3 CON5 120V Load Load （U-N） CON2 CON4 120V 240V (W-N) （U-W） Load Load The use is possible up to the kVA as shown below. (Unit: kVA) 1-phase 240/120 V 1-phase 120 V receptacle...

  • Page 26: Pre-Operation Inspection

    8. Pre-Operation Inspection 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 or any equipment.  Do not open the inspection door when the starter switch is in the AUTO or START position.

  • Page 27: Checking Coolant

     Relation of Viscosity/Temperature SAE 30 Temp. (°F) SAE 10W-30 SAE 15W-40 (3) Engine Oil Replacement Amount Total Lubrication Oil Amount 0.95 gal． 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.

  • Page 28: Checking The Fuel

     Do not increase the LLC mixture ratio unless it is necessary. Doing so could result in overheating or another fault/malfunction.  If adding LLC, be sure to use the same brand/type that is still in the generator.  Do not mix different brands/types. Doing so could result in a chemical reaction and the creation of toxic substances.

  • Page 29: Checking The Spill Containment

    8-4. 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 (9) Flushing Liquid in Spill Containment”...

  • Page 30: Operating Procedures

    < Note >  It is necessary to recharge the battery when the (+) Post (-) Post specific gravity of the battery fluid is 1.23 or less. Request the authorized distributor where the generator was purchased to recharge the battery. ...
  • Page 31 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.  Position this generator 3 ft. (1 m) or more from walls or other hindrances, and on a level surface.

  • Page 32: Procedures During Operation

    < Note >  The warm-up process starts automatically.  Please keep in mind that the muffler may emit some smoke when the engine is started.  Never turn accessory switch ON during operation. The engine keeps running while accessory Switch is ON.

  • Page 33: Stopping Operation

    Set the STARTER SWITCH selector to "START," and confirm that the engine has started properly. The engine speed is unstable for approximately one minute until the air has been completely pulled out from the fuel line. The engine speed stabilizes once the air is pulled out.

  • Page 34: Protective Functions

    (2) Auto Start The engine stops when the remote start terminal opens. Set the STARTER SWITCH selector to "STOP," and close the fuel spigot if you do not plan to use the generator for a prolonged period of time. < Note > ...

  • Page 35: Inspection/Maintenance

    Protection Feature List Engine Warning Action Breaker Automatic Lamp Cause Abnormality Trip Shutdown Flash Activates due to high water temperature High Water    in the engine Temperature Default 239°F （115℃） Activate due to low oil pressure in the Low Oil ...
  • Page 36 CAUTION : FIRE  Always be sure to wipe up any spilled fuel or oil. CAUTION : BURNS  Do not touch the engine and surrounding components immediately after stopping the engine as they are still extremely hot.  Do not open the radiator cap immediately after stopping the engine. Doing so will result in steam gushing out.
  • Page 37 Every Every Every Every Every Every Every Every Every Description Daily 1,500 2,000 3,000 Remarks hours hours hours hours hours hours hours hours hours Inspect/Add Fuel  Inspect/Add Engine Oil   Change Engine Oil 1st time at 50hrs  Change Oil Filter 1st time at 50hrs...
  • Page 38 (1) Engine Oil Replacement Oil Filler First Time 50 hours Oil Level Gauge Thereafter Every 300 hours 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 39 (3) Air Filter Element Cleaning/Replacement 1st Time: 50 hours Clean 2nd Time and after: Every 100 hours Replace Once in 6 times cleaning or 1 year 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 40 (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. Fuel Drain Plug <...
  • Page 41 (7) Fan Belt Adjustment First Time 50 hour Thereafter Every 100 hours Remove the fan guard. Fan 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”), check the slack is about 0.39 in (10mm).
  • Page 42 Drain Valve Drain Valve Lever Drain Valve Lever Drain Valve Close Loosen Close Drain Plug Open (R1/2) Tighten Drain Plug(R1/2) (10) Spill Containment Cleaning/Inspection WARNING : INJURY  Do not lift up the unit using tie downs. Use of such could result in the generator falling. ...
  • Page 43 Allow water to accumulate and check that the spill containment has no internal leakage. Open the drain valve lever to drain the water. After the procedures have been completed, close the drain valve lever and apply the sealant coating to the plug (R1/2) or wrap it by seal tape and tighten it. <...
  • Page 44 (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 45: 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 or any equipment. CAUTION : FIRE  Always be sure to wipe up any spilled fuel or oil. ...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    (2) 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 47 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 48 Problem Suspected cause Action Overheated 1. Engine thermostat is defective 1.Contact our distributor to repair 2. Water temp sensor is defective 2. Contact our distributor to repair 3. Water temp meter is defective 3. Contact our distributor to repair 4. Fan belt tension is weak 4.

  • Page 49: Generator Circuit Diagram

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  • Page 50: Engine Electrical Circuit Diagram

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