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Beta Marine BetaSet 7 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 Installation Guide & Installation Guide & Operators Manual Operators Manual Heat Exchanger, Heat Exchanger, Keel & Radiator Cooled: Keel & Radiator Cooled: BetaSet-BetaGen Generating Sets BetaSet-BetaGen Generating Sets CALIFORNIA - Proposition 65 Warning: Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.
  • Page 2 Typical Heat Exchanger Cooling System Typical Keel Cooling System Images Are For Illustration Purposes & Not Necessarily Representative...
  • Page 3 Generating Set Identification To ensure you receive the correct advice or parts we ask you to always provide the WOC IMPORTANT! (Works Order Card) number and/or the engine serial number. Please refer to page 4. Generating Set Type: Power: Power: Hz Frequency: BETA WOC NO: Engine Type:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION Generating Set Identification Initial Receipt of the Generating Set Generating Set Storage Safety Precautions Specification Parameters Technical Specifications SECTION 1: INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Ventilation Mounting Heat Exchanger Cooling - Wet Exhaust Heat Exchanger Cooling - Seawater Inlet System Keel Cooling - Skin Tanks Keel Cooling - Dry Exhaust Fuel System - Fuel/Water Separator, Fuel Lift Pump, Fuel Filter Fuel System - Fuel Supply &...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    BetaSet-BetaGen Generating Sets WELCOME TO BETA MARINE Thank you for purchasing a Beta Marine Generating Set. We have produced this manual to provide you with important information and recommendations to ensure the most trouble free and economical operation of the generating set possible.

  • Page 6: Generating Set Identification

    - To ensure you receive the correct advice or parts we ask you to always provide the WOC (Works Order Card) number and/or the engine serial number Beta Marine WOC Number The generating set specification label is located on the engine rocker cover, it details the WOC number, engine type, engine serial number and output in kVA.

  • Page 7: Initial Receipt Of The Generating Set

    A full inspection of the generating set must be made immediately on delivery to confirm that there is no damage. If there is any damage then write this clearly on the delivery note and inform your dealer or Beta Marine by the next working day.
  • Page 8 A Keep the generating set, and surrounding area BetaGen Acoustic Enclosure Earthing Point clean, including the area immediately below the engine. B AC Earthing The generating set body must be bonded to earth (grounded). It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that proper earthing is provided to comply with all regulations and legal requirements.
  • Page 9 The installer must ensure that when connections are made, they are clean and free of leaks. G Oil The Beta Marine generating set is supplied with a dipstick for the engine. Ensure the dipstick is returned J A Growcoot, C.E.O, Beta Marine Limited.

  • Page 10: Specification Parameters

    231v on full load). • Recovery time to new steady state speed band < 10 • Voltage performance of Beta Marine generating sets seconds. will be well within the limits specified by ISO 8528 Class G1. When large loads are applied the voltage •...
  • Page 11 All the air. When Beta Marine acoustic housings are used sets are also tested to prove that they will provide a 10% output will be de-rated by 10%.
  • Page 12 100m 3 displacement, or the craft of the afore mentioned directives and standards and are is a recreational craft subject to RCD2. Stage IIIA is for guidance only. Beta Marine strongly advise that the equivalent to CCNR2. customer/installer verifies that the intended engine to...

  • Page 14: Technical Specifications

    4 - Pole Technical Specifications BetaSet-BetaGen Kubota/Beta Marine 4 - Cycle Base Engine BD905 BG Cylinders - No. In-line Naturally Aspirated Turbocharged After Treatment - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Combustion Chamber - E TVCS Indirect Injection Combustion Chamber - E-CDIS Direct Injection Fuel Injection Pressure - kgf/cm²...
  • Page 15 BD1105 BG BV1505 BG BD1703BG 140 (1991) 140 (1991) 140 (1991) 15.5° - 17.5°/1500 15.5° - 17.5°/1500 17.0° - 19.0°/1500 (16.5° - 18.5°/1800) (16.5° - 18.5°/1800) (17.0° - 19.0°/1800) All Speed Mechanical All Speed Mechanical All Speed Mechanical 78.0 x 78.4 (3.07 x 3.09) 78.0 x 78.4 (3.07 x 3.09) 87.0 x 92.4 (3.43 x 3.64) 24.0...
  • Page 16 BetaSet-BetaGen AC Alternator Mecc Alte, Brushless, Single Bearing With IP 22 Protection Digitally Controlled, Adjustable, Automatic Voltage Regulator 4 - Pole (1500rpm) 50Hz 220/230/240v - 1 Phase NPE32-B/4 Maximum AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 1500 rpm - kVA Prime AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 1500 rpm 0.8PF - kVA Typical Maximum Load In Amps Per Phase @ 230v Based On kW Electrical Load 23.0...
  • Page 17 NPE32-D/4 NPE32-E/4 NPE32-E/4 12.3 14.0 11.2 12.7 31.0 39.0 44.0 NPE32-B/4 NPE32-D/4 NPE32-D/4 10.1 13.0 14.5 11.8 13.2 10.0 13.0 15.0 NPE32-D/4 NPE32-E/4 NPE32-E/4 15.5 17.6 14.1 16.0 64.6 94.0 107.0 NPE32-B/4 NPE32-D/4 NPE32-E/4 11.5 16.1 18.2 10.5 14.6 16.5 25.0 33.0 37.0...
  • Page 18 BetaSet-BetaGen Kubota/Beta Marine 4 - Cycle Base Engine BV2203 BG Cylinders - No. In-line Naturally Aspirated Turbocharged After Treatment - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Combustion Chamber - E TVCS Indirect Injection Combustion Chamber - E-CDIS Direct Injection Fuel Injection Pressure - kgf/cm² (psi)
  • Page 19 BV3300 BG BV3300 BG BV3800 140 (1991) 140 (1991) 1st 190 (2702), 2nd 240 (3414) 10.0°/1500 10.0°/1500 13.0°/1500 (11.0°/1800) (11.0°/1800) (13.0°/1800) All Speed Mechanical All Speed Mechanical Mechanical Centrifugal Flyweight 98.0 x 110.0 (3.86 x 4.33) 98.0 x 110.0 (3.86 x 4.33) 100.0 x 120.00 (3.94 x 4.72) 22.6 22.6...
  • Page 20 BetaSet-BetaGen AC Alternator Mecc Alte, Brushless, Single Bearing With IP 22 Protection Digitally Controlled, Adjustable, Automatic Voltage Regulator 4 - Pole (1500rpm) 50Hz 220/230/240v - 1 Phase ECP32-2S/4 Maximum AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 1500 rpm - kVA 19.4 Prime AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 1500 rpm 0.8PF - kVA 17.6...
  • Page 21 ECP32-3S/4 ECP32-2M/4 ECP32-3L/4 25.3 32.0 38.5 23.0 29.1 35.0 80.0 101.0 122.0 ECP32-3S/4 ECP32-3S/4 ECP32-3S/4 26.2 33.5 39.6 23.8 30.5 36.0 27.0 34.0 40.0 ECP32-1M/4 ECP32-2M/4 ECP32-2M/4 29.7 39.6 42.9 27.0 36.0 39.0 180.0 240.0 260.0 ECP28-2S/4 ECP32-2S/4 ECP32-3S/4 30.3 39.6 46.2 27.5...
  • Page 22 BetaSet-BetaGen 40T IIIA Kubota/Beta Marine 4 - Cycle Base Engine BV3800 BG Cylinders - No. In-line Naturally Aspirated Turbocharged After Treatment - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Internal EGR Combustion Chamber - E TVCS Indirect Injection Combustion Chamber - E-CDIS Direct Injection Fuel Injection Pressure - kgf/cm²...
  • Page 23 49T IIIA BV3800 BV3800 BG Internal EGR 1st 190 (2702), 2nd 240 (3414) 1st 190 (2702), 2nd 240 (3414) 13°/1500 5.5°/1500 (13°/1800) (5.5°/1800) All Speed Mechanical Electronically Assisted Mechanical 100.0 x 120.00 (3.94 x 4.72) 100.0 x 120.00 (3.94 x 4.72) 20.0 19.0 3769 (230.0)
  • Page 24 BetaSet-BetaGen 40T IIIA AC Alternator Mecc Alte, Brushless, Single Bearing With IP 22 Protection Digitally Controlled, Adjustable, Automatic Voltage Regulator 4 - Pole (1500rpm) 50Hz 220/230/240v - 1 Phase ECP32-3L/4 Maximum AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 1500 rpm - kVA 40.0 Prime AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 1500 rpm 0.8PF - kVA 36.4...
  • Page 25 49T IIIA ECP32-3L/4 ECP32-3L/4 42.5 45.0 38.6 40.9 134.0 142.0 10.4 ECP32-2M/4 ECP32-2M/4 45.0 48.0 40.9 43.6 47.0 49.0 10.3 ECP32-3L/4 ECP32-3L/4 49.5 52.8 45.0 48.0 300.0 320.0 10.5 11.8 ECP32-2M/4 ECP32-2M/4 53.4 58.0 50.0 52.7 113.0 119.0 10.6 12.3 49T IIIA...
  • Page 26 2 - Pole Technical Specifications BetaSet-BetaGen Kubota/Beta Marine 4 - Cycle Base Engine BZ482 Cylinders - No. In-line Naturally Aspirated Turbocharged After Treatment - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Combustion Chamber - E TVCS Indirect Injection Combustion Chamber - E-CDIS Direct Injection Fuel Injection Pressure - kgf/cm²...
  • Page 27 11/2 22/2 BZ482 BD772 BV1505 140 (1991) 140 (1991) 140 (1991) 20.0°/3000 20.0°/3000 20.0°/3000 (22.0°/3600) (22.0°/3600) (17.0°/3600) All Speed Mechanical All Speed Mechanical All Speed Mechanical 67.0 x 68.0 (2.64 x 2.68) 67.0 x 68.0 (2.64 x 2.68) 78.0 x 78.4 (3.07 x 3.09) 23.5 23.5 24.0...
  • Page 28 BetaSet-BetaGen AC Alternator Mecc Alte, Brushless, Single Bearing With IP 22 Protection Digitally Controlled, Adjustable, Automatic Voltage Regulator 2 - Pole (3000rpm) 50Hz 220/230/240v - 1 Phase S16F-180 Maximum AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 3000 rpm - kVA 4.0* Prime AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 3000 rpm 0.8PF - kVA 3.6*...
  • Page 29 11/2 22/2 S16F-180 ECP28-M/2 ECP28-2L/2 6.5* 12.2 16.5 5.9* 11.1 15.0 26.0 39.0 52.0 ECP28-M/2 ECP28-2L/2 13.7 23.1 12.5 21.0 14.0 23.0 S16F-180 ECP28-M/2 ECP28-2L/2 7.7* 14.0 17.0 7.0* 12.7 15.4 58.0 85.0 103.0 ECP28-M/2 ECP28-2L/2 15.0 24.0 13.6 21.8 31.0 48.0 11/2...
  • Page 30 BetaSet-BetaGen 25/2 Kubota/Beta Marine 4 - Cycle Base Engine BV1505 Cylinders - No. In-line Naturally Aspirated Turbocharged After Treatment - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Combustion Chamber - E TVCS Indirect Injection Combustion Chamber - E-CDIS Direct Injection Fuel Injection Pressure - kgf/cm² (psi)
  • Page 31 BetaSet-BetaGen 25/2 AC Alternator Mecc Alte, Brushless, Single Bearing With IP 22 Protection Digitally Controlled, Adjustable, Automatic Voltage Regulator 2 - Pole (3000rpm) 50Hz 220/230/240v - 1 Phase ECP28-VL/2 Maximum AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 3000 rpm - kVA 25.5 Prime AC Output - 50Hz 1 Phase @ 3000 rpm 0.8PF - kVA 23.2...

  • Page 32: Section 1: Installation Guidelines

    Therefore Beta Marine can accept no responsibility for any damage or injury incurred during the installation of a Beta • Engine parts and accessories that require frequent Marine generating set whilst following these guidelines.
  • Page 33 An engine will produce radiated heat - approximately Best practice for efficient and effective ventilation is an equal to of the engine output power. Additionally, the air intake that is located in the engine compartment/ starter battery alternator and generating set AC alternator room that is as low as possible, allowing cooler air to create heat, building ambient temperatures further.

  • Page 34: Mounting

    GENERATING SET MOUNTING All generating sets must be mounted on Anti-Vibration Anti-Vibration Mount (AVM) Mountings (AVM) at some point between the engine feet and the vessels seating. IMPORTANT! Keep flexible mounts free from diesel fuel, engine coolant & lubrication oil to prevent deterioration.

  • Page 35: Heat Exchanger Cooling - Wet Exhaust

    GENERATING SETS WITH HEAT EXCHANGER COOLING Heat Exchanger Cooling Sea Water Level Heat Exchanger cooling takes in sea water through the blown by the engine exhaust through a ‘gooseneck’ and bottom of the hull via a seacock with a strainer, to the out of the stern of the boat.
  • Page 36 Normal Sea Water Level HIGH-RISE EXHAUST If the standard injection bend is too low then Beta Marine If it is still not enough then an ‘antisyphon’/vacuum valve offer high-rise injection bends that may add either 15 cms must be fitted 50 cms above the ‘loaded’ water line sea or 20 cms to the height.
  • Page 37 EXHAUST WITH ANTI-SYPHON VALVE When fitting an anti-syphon valve to a vessel, it must IMPORTANT! be mounted as near as possible to the centerline so that there is no possibility that the valve goes under the water Anti-syphon valves need to be checked line when the yacht heels over.

  • Page 38: Heat Exchanger Cooling - Seawater Inlet System

    40 cm 40 cm SEA WATER INLET FOR HEAT EXCHANGER COOLED ENGINES Beta Marine engines are fitted with a gear driven sea Seacock Inlet/Seawater water pump which sucks in seawater (raw water) to cool BetaSet-BetaGen Pump Hose I.D the closed circuit system via the heat exchanger.
  • Page 39 2. Good access to the inlet sea cock from inside your 4. A normal inlet sea cock type ‘A’ is recommended as boat is essential so that debris or seaweed trapped in this can be ‘rodded out’ to remove blockages, please the intake can be removed.

  • Page 40: Keel Cooling - Skin Tanks

    GENERATING SETS WITH KEEL COOLING Keel Cooling is often used on steel work boats, fishing circuit system. In these applications no seawater pump is boats and inland waterway boats where a grid cooler or used as the engine circulating pump pushes the water/ heat transfer tank are built into the hull to give a closed anti-freeze solution around the closed system.
  • Page 41 d) The tank should be thin in section (C = 30 mm to f) The keel cooling tank must have air bleed valves fitted 40 mm) as it is the most efficient heat transfer to the on the top at both ends of the tank. canal, river or sea water that is important.

  • Page 42: Keel Cooling - Dry Exhaust

    KEEL COOLING - DRY EXHAUSTS a) An engine correctly installed in accordance with this • Hydraulic lock, occurs when water is allowed to handbook will meet the emission requirements of the enter the combustion chamber via the exhaust RCD (Recreational Craft Directive). and ‘hydraulics’...
  • Page 43 EXHAUST CONNECTION Dry exhaust connections should be matched to the dry BetaSet-BetaGen Hose I.D exhaust stub diameter. An engine correctly installed in 4/2, 6/2, 11/2, 22/2, 25/2, accordance with this handbook will meet the emission ” BSP 7, 10, 12, 14 & 21 requirements of the RCD (Recreational Craft Directive).

  • Page 44: Fuel System - Fuel/Water Separator, Fuel Lift Pump, Fuel Filter

    IMPORTANT! are more reliable and less likely to let air into the fuel system. Beta Marine warranty will not cover fuel • Be sure to use a strainer when filling the fuel tank. equipment when more than 7% Biodiesel is Dirt or sand in the fuel may cause trouble in the fuel used.

  • Page 45: Fuel System - Fuel Supply & Leak Off

    FUEL SUPPLY & LEAK OFF Fuel Supply and Leak Off Engine (All Fuel Connections Supplied) Fuel injectors Vent Fuel injection pump Flexible Fuel Fuel tank Connections to be used Fuel filter Stop tap/valve Fuel/water separator Fuel lift pump NOTES: 1. A fuel/water separator must be installed. 5.

  • Page 46: Cooling - Calorifier Connections

    CALORIFIER CONNECTIONS Generating Set engines can be fitted with optional the heat exchanger or header tank (keel cooled) will calorifier connections so that the engine coolant circuit is drop as the circuit is filled. Once connected fill the allowed to flow through a calorifier tank to heat water coolant level as described in ‘Filling The Fresh Water for domestic use.

  • Page 47: Cooling - Engine Coolant

    ‘B’ - The remote header expansion tank pressure cap Remote header expansion tank kit – when ordered must always be Beta Marine, P/N 209-03066 rated @ 22 with an engine or generating set, the kit is supplied PSI.
  • Page 48 ENGINE COOLANT The coolant solution must be a mixture of 70 > 50% fresh water to rise to 124°C with a 13 psi pressure cap fitted. water and 30 < 50% anti-freeze. This requirement also The water temperature alarm switch will however be applies to warm and tropical climates as the solution activated at 95°C to 100°C.
  • Page 49 Engine coolant pressure cap Engine coolant overflow pipe Engine coolant filler neck c) Fill heat exchanger or header tank to the top of the i) Check the cooling system for leaks. filler neck and replace cap. Press down firmly on filler j) Run engine on AC alternator load for 20 minutes, cap and hand tighten in a clockwise direction.
  • Page 50 DC BATTERY INSTALLATIONS Starter batteries and battery cables are a major consideration for engine starting systems. Incorrect selection of both battery and cables is a major cause of starting failure. BATTERIES 1. Battery sizes: For starter battery capacity 4. Batteries must be in good condition and must hold recommendation please refer to ‘Technical voltage.
  • Page 51 25mm (4 AWG) Cable BetaSet-BetaGen Cranking Amp Cable Volt drop* Max length, both cables added together 7, 10, 12, 4/2, 6/2, 0.00017V 4.7m 11/2, 22/2 & 25/2 14 & 21 0.00017V 3.9m 35mm (2 AWG) Cable BetaSet-BetaGen Cranking Amp Cable Volt drop* Max length, both cables added together 7, 10, 12, 4/2, 6/2, 0.00013V...

  • Page 52: Batteries And Cables

    AC ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION WARNING! - ELECTRICITY IS DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE DEATH IF THE GENERATING SET IS NOT CORRECTLY INSTALLED, MAINTAINED AND USED WARNING! IMPORTANT! The decision to connect to the AC electrical Refer to the independent AC alternator output terminals of the generating set is the manufacturer’s operator manual originally responsibility of a qualified/certified electrician supplied with the generating set.

  • Page 53: Lubrication - Engine Lubrication

    FILLING THE ENGINE WITH OIL For quantities of oil required please refer to pages 12 When using an oil of a different make or viscosity from the previous one, drain out the old oil. Never mix two to 29. When checking the engine oil level, do so before different types of oil.

  • Page 54: Bleeding The Fuel System

    BLEEDING THE FUEL SYSTEM 1. Bleeding the fuel system for initial start up. CAUTION! 2. The fuel system must have all the trapped air carefully TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY: ‘bled’ out; starting at the fuel tank and progressively working through to: the fuel/water trap, the fuel filter, •...
  • Page 55 Depending on generating set fuel filter type follow either steps 6 & 8 or steps 7 & 8. 6. Move the hand priming lever on fuel lift pump up and 7. Move the hand priming button on the fuel filter until down (please refer to image 42) until fuel with “no fuel with “no bubbles”...

  • Page 56: Control Modules Overview

    LED indicators for DC on, starter battery no charge, low lubricating pressure* and high water coolant temperature*. *Automatic shutdown protection on fault function. Beta Marine PSM720 Local LPM Remote Generating Set Control Module Control Module EPM72 KEY SWITCH START &...
  • Page 57 The secondary LPM72 remote module is visually identical and is interconnected to the main RSM72 by twin data ports/cables, this enables generating set control and engine Beta Marine RSM72 Local LPM72 Remote monitoring from two separate locations. The modules are...
  • Page 58 *Automatic shutdown protection on fault function. IMPORTANT! BOTH DSE3310 & DSE7310 MK II MODULES ENSURE THAT ACCIDENTAL CONTACT WITH THE GENERATOR OUTPUT SUPPLY CANNOT HAPPEN. NB: ALWAYS FIT A SHIELD OR THE BETA MARINE COVER ON TO THE BACK OF THE MODULE.

  • Page 59: Control Modules Installation

    CONTROL MODULE INSTALLATION CONTROL MODULES IMPORTANT! Beta Marine offer 5 control module options, standard for BetaSet-BetaGen 7 to 21 is the PSM720, standard for the The module must be installed in a control BetaSet-BetaGen 26 to 49 is the EPM72.
  • Page 60 CONNECTING THE CONTROL MODULE PSM720 Local Module Connection The PSM720 local module has a single 10 pin connection block, which is sculpted and the module connection socket correlates. Ensure the block sculpture and pins align and push the connection block home until the retaining clip engages.

  • Page 61: Section 2: Initial Generating Set Engine Start Up

    Section 2: Initial Engine Start Up INITIAL ENGINE START UP IMPORTANT! CHECKS PRIOR TO INITIAL START UP Re-Check 1. Flexible mountings and engine room ventilation. 6. Control module installation and connection. 2. The wet (heat exchanger) or dry (keel cooled) exhaust. 7.

  • Page 62: Normal Starting And Stopping

    NORMAL STARTING AND STOPPING PSM720 PUSH BUTTON START & STOP PROTECTION MODULE - FUNCTIONALITY Turn on the starter battery isolation switch. 3 Once the engine has run up to operating speed, the engine protection hold off timer will countdown from 1 Press the green ‘RUN/START’...
  • Page 63 NORMAL STARTING AND STOPPING EPM72 KEY SWITCH START & STOP PROTECTION MODULE - FUNCTIONALITY Turn on the starter battery isolation switch. All lights except DC on should stop illuminating. In the event of a engine protection fault the appropriate light 1 Turn the key switch to ‘RUN’...
  • Page 64 NORMAL STARTING AND STOPPING RSM72 LOCAL & LPM72 REMOTE OPERATION - FUNCTIONALITY Turn on the starter battery isolation switch. Using either the RSM72 local or LPM72 remote At this moment they will both illuminate to module. indicate that the generating set is about to enter “AUTO-START”...
  • Page 65 2 Pressing the red ‘STOP/RESET’ button will shut down the engine if running or reset the module and fault protection circuits if already stopped. Engine Shut Down Fault Protection The generating set will automatically shut down for the following fault protection circuits. Low Engine High Engine Oil Pressure...

  • Page 66: Section 3: Maintenance And Service Guidelines

    Section 3: Maintenance Guidelines MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE DAILY OR EVERY 8 HOURS RUNNING AFTER 150 HOURS Visually check the generating set for any obvious fault, leaks • If shallow sump (option) is fitted, change engine or damage – clean or repair if required. lubricating oil and filter.

  • Page 67: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Daily or Annually After first After first Every Every Every after every or 250hrs 25hrs 50hrs 150hrs* 750hrs 1500hrs 8hrs running if sooner Check engine oil level Change engine oil Change engine oil filter Check engine coolant/antifreeze level Check engine coolant/antifreeze condition** Check battery fluid...
  • Page 68 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 1. Water entering the key switch will eventually cause 2. Check batteries for acid level and top up if required. corrosion and could result in the starter motor being For low maintenance and ‘gel’ batteries, please refer permanently energised and burning out. Spray key to the manufacturers instructions.

  • Page 69: Checking And Changing Engine Oil

    CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL When checking the engine oil level, do so before starting, When using an oil of a different make or viscosity from the previous one, drain out the old oil. Never mix two or more than five minutes after stopping. different types of oil.

  • Page 70: Checking Crank Case Breather

    Sump pump End cap Sump pump location: Oil filter location: BetaSet-BetaGen 7, 10 & 12 BetaSet-BetaGen 7, 10, 12, 14 & 21 Forward end, starboard side when viewed from the AC Forward end, starboard side when viewed from the AC alternator end.

  • Page 71: Fuel Filter Replacement

    FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT 1. The fuel filter is a spin on type. Remove by turning anti-clockwise when viewed face on or from below. 2. Replace the fuel filter cartridge every 750 hours or every 2 years. Please refer to image 53. 3.

  • Page 72: Seawater Pump And Cooling System

    SEA WATER PUMP AND COOLING SYSTEM 3. Check impeller for cracks in the rubber, excessive IMPORTANT! wear or lost vanes. Replace with a new impeller as necessary. A drop of washing up liquid on the impeller Before working on the sea water system ensure will help to push it back into position.

  • Page 73: Tube Stack And 'Wasting Zinc Anode

    HEAT EXCHANGER TUBE STACK AND ‘WASTING ZINC ANODE’ 1. The wasting zinc anode should be checked regularly at least every six months and replaced every year or sooner, as necessary. The anode is attached to the bolt inserted in the end cap of the heat exchanger. Please refer to image 56.

  • Page 74: Belt Tensioning Adjustment

    DC ALTERNATOR BELT TENSION Adjuster bolt 3. Push alternator outboard by hand to tension the belt, WARNING! then tighten link bolt. Belt tension must only be checked with the 4. Check that the depression of the belt (at position engine switched off. shown) is approximately ”...
  • Page 75 GENERATOR ALTERNATOR VENTILATION Mecc Alte AC alternator, air in and air out vents should be IMPORTANT! kept clean and clear of debris to ensure efficient airflow is maintained. Do not attempt this whilst the generator set is in use, only when it is has been stopped and fully cooled down.

  • Page 76: Electrical Maintenance

    AC ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE WARNING! ELECTRICITY IS DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE DEATH IF THE GENERATING SET IS NOT CORRECTLY INSTALLED, MAINTAINED AND USED Maintenance should only done by a qualified/certified electrician. IMPORTANT! Refer to the independent AC alternator manufacturer’s operator manual originally supplied with the generating set.

  • Page 77: Section 4: Trouble Shooting

    Section 4: Trouble Shooting ENGINE TROUBLE SHOOTING Beta diesels are very reliable if installed and serviced correctly, but problems can occur and the following list gives the most common ones and their solution. Problem: Engine does not start but starter motor turns over OK Possible Cause Solution No fuel:...
  • Page 78 Problem: Low power output Possible Cause Solution Blocked fuel filter: Replace. Blocked air filter: Replace. Air in fuel system: Check system and bleed. Governor spring incorrectly mounted: Dealer to adjust. The electrical load is too large on start up: Disconnect or reduce the load. Problem: Erratic running/hunting Possible Cause Solution...
  • Page 79 Problem: Black exhaust gas Possible Cause Solution Blocked air filter element: Inspect and replace. Problem: High oil consumption Possible Cause Solution Oil leaks: Check for leaks. Piston rings worn: Overhaul required. Valve stem and guide worn: Overhaul required. Piston rings gap facing the same direction: Shift ring gap position.
  • Page 80 Problem: Engine overheats - general Possible Cause Solution Check coolant level: Top up. Pressure cap loose: Tighten correctly or replace. Switch sender faulty: Replace. Insufficient restrictions in pipe to calorifier: Clamp off pipe to confirm. High exhaust back pressure: Must not exceed the information given in ‘Exhaust Back Pressure’...
  • Page 81 Problem: Vibrations Possible Cause Solution Flexible mounts not adjusted correctly to take even weight: Check relative compression of each mount. Flexible mount rubber perished: Replace, diesel or engine oil will eventually perish rubbers. Loose securing nut on flexible mount: Check alignment and then tighten the nuts. Weak engine support/bearers: Check for cracked or broken feet.
  • Page 82 No Electrical Output Very small generating sets may occasionally fail to give power output against some electronically controlled loads. This however is very infrequent due to the ‘skew’ wound AC alternators Beta Marine specify. Should this be experienced please contact Beta Marine.
  • Page 83 CONTROL MODULE TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Possible Cause and Solution Control module, DC on and charge fail • Check for battery supply on engine starter B+ (battery light not lit, generating set will not start: positive) and battery negative using a voltmeter set to read DC.
  • Page 84 Problem Possible Cause and Solution Generating Set engine stalls after initial start up • Check solenoid hold relay, please refer to image 69. - Fuel solenoid not holding: Temporarily swap this relay with the pre heat relay, try to restart the generating set after resetting all shutdowns. If Starter Grounded Earth Relay the generating set now runs, replace the faulty relay with...
  • Page 85 Problem Possible Cause and Solution The generating set engine doe not start but turns over • Starter battery is discharged, charge or replace, check that very slowly and or stops: the DC alternator belt is correctly tensioned. • Starter motor ingressed by moisture/water, remove and clean or replace.
  • Page 86 ENGINE START UP - PSM MODULE ONLY Problem Possible Cause and Solution PSM720 Only - Oil pressure light illuminated • Incorrect dip-switch settings. All dip-switches at the rear of the module, bottom right hand side must be on the ‘OFF’ position. •...
  • Page 87 HEAT EXCHANGER GENERATING SETS Problem Possible Cause and Solution High engine temperature shutdown - • Incorrect dip-switch settings. All dip-switches at the rear High engine temperature light, illuminated: of the module, bottom right hand side must be on the ‘OFF’ position. Please refer to image 70. High engine temperature shutdown - •...
  • Page 88 ELECTRICAL TROUBLE SHOOTING - EXTENSION HARNESSES Some installations require one of the ‘panel extension Extra attention must be given to black (ground) and 11-way connectors’ to be removed to allow the cable to black/blue (tacho), also brown (switched positive to be passed through bulkheads etc.

  • Page 89: Section 5: Diagram Index

    Section 5: Diagrams 1. Typical Starter Motor Ratings Page 12 2. Suggested Engine Started Battery Size Page 12 3. BetaSet-BetaGen 7, 12, 14, 21, 4/2, 6/2, 11/2, 22/2 & 25/2 Wiring Page 88 4. BetaSet-BetaGen 7, 12, 14, 21, 4/2, 6/2, 11/2, 22/2 & 25/2 PSM720 Module Wiring Page 89 5.
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  • Page 104: Section 6: Emissions

    Stage IIIA of the Directive except where mentioned. For detailed list please contact Beta Marine Ltd or refer to our website. The person empowered to sign on behalf of Beta Marine Limited is Mr J. A. Growcoot who is the Chief Executive Officer of the company.

  • Page 105: Hazardous Materials Statement

    All products with moving parts can be dangerous if used improperly; Always Read Instructions For Use, Carefully. Product and performance can vary from market to market, ask your dealer or Beta Marine about available product, performance and accessories in your market.
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  • Page 108: Section 7: Consumable Service Parts

    Section 7: Consumable Service Parts 4-Pole Generating Set Model BetaSet/Gen 7 Heat Exchanger Fuel Filter 211-60210 (SET) 211-02817 (GEN) Keel Cooled Fuel Filter 211-60210 (SET) 211-02817 (GEN) Lube Oil Filter 211-60390 Air Filter 211-08132 Heat Exchanger Sacrificial Anode 209-61840 Heat Exchanger O-Rings 2 x 212-07273 Heat Exchanger Seawater Pump Impellor Kit - Inc.
  • Page 109 BetaSet/Gen 10 BetaSet/Gen 12 BetaSet/Gen 14 211-60210 (SET) 211-02817 (GEN) 211-60210 (SET) 211-02817 (GEN) 211-60210 211-60210 (SET) 211-02817 (GEN) 211-60210 (SET) 211-02817 (GEN) 211-60210 211-60390 211-60390 211-70510/02 211-08132 211-08132 211-09179 209-61840 209-61840 209-61840 2 x 212-07273 2 x 212-07273 2 x 209-80110 207-09041-KIT 207-09041-KIT 207-02132-KIT...
  • Page 110 Section 7: Consumable Service Parts 2-Pole Generating Set Model BetaSet/Gen 4/2 Heat Exchanger Fuel Filter 211-60210 Keel Cooled Fuel Filter 211-60210 Lube Oil Filter 211-63760 Air Filter 211-08132 Heat Exchanger Sacrificial Anode 209-61840 Heat Exchanger O-Rings 2 x 212-07273 Heat Exchanger Seawater Pump Impellor Kit - Inc. O-Ring - Belt Drive Pump 207-09041-KIT 45 Amp 12v Grounded Earth Starter Battery Alternator V Drive Belt 214-00292...
  • Page 111 BetaSet/Gen 6/2 BetaSet/Gen 11/2 BetaSet/Gen 22/2 211-60210 211-60210 211-60210 (SET) 211-02817 (GEN) 211-60210 211-60210 211-60210 (SET) 211-02817 (GEN) 211-63760 211-63760 211-60390 211-08132 211-08132 211-08132 209-61840 209-61840 209-31840 2 x 212-07273 2 x 212-07273 2 x 212-07273 207-09041-KIT 207-09041-KIT 207-09041-KIT 214-00292 214-00292 214-00292 214-63090/Q...

  • Page 112: Section 8: Service Record

    Section 8: Service Record Service Date Responsible Commissioned First 25 hours First 50 hours Every 150 hours with shallow sump Every Year/Every 250 hours if sooner Every Year/Every 750 hours if sooner...
  • Page 113 Service Date Responsible...
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  • Page 115 Service Date Responsible...
  • Page 116 Beta Marine Limited, Davy Way, Waterwells, Quedgeley, Gloucester, GL2 2AD. UK. Tel: +44 (0)1452 723492 Fax: +44 (0)1452 883742 Email: sales@betamarine.co.uk Website: www.betamarine.co.uk Ref: OM 221-20033 REV 13 - 0220...

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