Introduction Introduction Presentation Dear Customer, First, we would like to thank you for choosing a Solé Diesel product. We recommend that you read this manual carefully before carrying out any of the operations and keep it close at hand, near the genset, as it can be of great use in the future.
Safety precautions and instructions Safety precautions and instructions Solé Diesel is concerned for your safety and your machine’s condition. Safety Precautions and Instructions are one of the primary ways to call your attention to the potential hazards associated with our engine operation. Follow the precautions listed throughout the manual before and during operation and maintenance procedures for your safety, the safety of others and the performance of your engine.
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Safety precautions and instructions Carbon monoxide (CO) can cause severe nausea, fainting or death. Engine exhaust gases contains carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide is an odourless, colourless, tasteless, no irritating gas that can cause death if inhaled for even a short time. Get fresh air and do not sit, lie down or fall asleep if anyone shows signs of carbon monoxide poisoning: Light-headedness, dizziness Physical fatigue, weakness in joints and muscles.
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Safety precautions and instructions 1. The installer / operator of the engine has to wear suitable CLOTHING for the workplace and the situation; in particular, avoid loose clothes, chains, bracelets, rings and all accessories that could become entangled with moving parts. 2.
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Safety precautions and instructions Hot parts, coolant and steam. Stop the engine and let it cool down before touching or removing any engine part. Moving parts. Keep hands, feet, hair, clothing and test leads away from the belts and pulleys when the engine is running. Replace guards, screens and covers before operating the engine.
Sole Diesel Warranty Solé Diesel warranty Read the manual and documents delivered with each engine before carrying out any of the operations or presenting any queries. The engine is supplied without any liquids. Ensure that the liquids used match the specifications contained in Solé Diesel manuals.
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Sole Diesel Warranty Restrictions Coverage: To validate the warranty is necessary fill and send the inspection prior to the delivery of propulsion engines or genset to Solé Diesel through an official installer. See SECTION 13. The warranty covers any failure of the product under normal opera- ting conditions caused by a defect in manufacturing.
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Sole Diesel Warranty Responsibilities Responsibilities of the manufacturer: The obligations of Solé Diesel are restricted to repairing the defective parts or, IF DEEMED APPROPRIATE BY SOLÉ DIESEL, returning the amount of the purchase or replacing the parts to prevent poor operation resulting from defective materials or faults in the manufacture covered by the warranty.
Genset information Section 1 – Genset information 1.1. Genset identification IDENTIFICATION LABEL: The nameplate is located above the rocker cover. The characteristics plate of genset it’s located above the alternator case. The characteristics plate of canopy genset it’s located outside, as shown in the following picture: GENSET SERIAL NUMBER: In addition, all gensets are marked with the serial number on the block, on the fuel injection...
Transporting and handling the unpacked genset Section 2 – Transport, handling and storage 2.1 Reception When the genset is delivered make sure that the packing has not been damaged during transport and that it has not been tampered with or that components inside the packing have been removed (see information marked on covers, bases and cartons).
Transporting and handling the unpacked genset 2.3 Transporting and handling the unpacked genset When the genset is unpacked and ready for transport, use EXCLUSIVELY the appropriate lifting eyebolts. DETALLE C DETALLE A DETALLE B 2.4 Storage of packed and unpacked genset If the genset is left idle for prolonged periods, the client must check the possible conditions of conservation in relation to the place of storage.
Make sure the genset is installed on a level surface. Otherwise, the following angular operation maximum is permitted: Continuous 85 GT/GTC - 100 GTA/GTAC - 115 GT/GTC - 120 GTA/GTAC 10º If the genset operates in these conditions, check Section 5.4. Lubrication System.
Operation Section 4 - Operation 4.1 Prestart checklist Follow these checks and inspections to ensure the correct genset operation. In addition, some checks require verification after unit starts. AIR CLEANER: Check for a clean and installed air cleaner element to prevent unfiltered air from entering the genset.
Operation To prevent the damage caused by low temperature operation, the genset should be prepared: 1. Use special low temperature coolant or suitable anti-freezing agent concentration. 2. Close the seawater cock, when the genset is stopped. Open the seawater filter cover and start the genset adding a mixture of freshwater and suitable anti-freezing agent concentration (see package labels) until the seawater circuit is filled completely.
Operation 4.4 Maintenance during the storage During the long genset storage, it has to be stored inside a ventilated area and free of humidity. When the genset stay stopped for 3 months or more, inside parts can be oxidize and lost the oil film.
Systems and schedulded maintenance Section 5 – Systems and scheduled maintenance 5.1. Operating description Information of special tools required and basic safety precautions. Disassembly: ✓ Use the correct tools and instruments. Serious injury or damage to the genset can result from using the wrong tools and instruments.
Systems and schedulded maintenance 5.3. General Solé Diesel offers, for these engine models, the several Pack, consult on the web. • Welcome pack. • On board pack. • Maintenance pack 50 hours. • Maintenance pack 1600 hours. • Maintenance pack 3000 hours. Maintenance task.
Systems and schedulded maintenance Maintenance task. Compression pressure inspection Start by: 1. Make sure the genset oil level, air cleaner, starting motor and battery are well-conditioned. 2. Start the genset and allow it to warm up thoroughly, until 50ºC or more coolant temperature.
Systems and schedulded maintenance 5.4. Lubrication system Circuit description The lubrication circuit is forced by the trochoid gear pump, and it is composed of the following elements. PIECE ELEMENT Oil pan Aspiration pipe Oil pump 3(a) Flow control valve 3(b) Maximum pressure valve Oil heat exchanger Oil filter...
Systems and schedulded maintenance Maintenance task. Oil filter change The oil filter is located under inlet manifold of the genset. Remove oil filter with a belt wrench. When fitting a fresh oil filter, smear a small quantity of oil into the annular seal and firmly tighten it with the hand.
Systems and schedulded maintenance 5.5. Fuel system Circuit description The fuel system is based on a fuel feed pump and an in-line mechanical injection pump. PIECE ELEMENT Fuel tank (supplied as accessory) Fuel intake line (supplied as accessory) Fuel feed pump Fuel line to fuel filter Fuel filter Fuel line to injection pumps...
Systems and schedulded maintenance Maintenance task. Fuel tank clean The fuel impurities could obstruct the suction pump. For this reason, drain out the content of the fuel tank to remove condensate and any foreign material. Then, wash the tank with fuel and refill Maintenance task.
Systems and schedulded maintenance 5.6. Cooling system The genset cooling system is based on coolant circulation controlled by centrifugal pump with thermostatic control and heat exchanger, where the coolant is refrigerated by sea water. Moreover, the exhaust manifold is cooled also by sea water. Coolant circuit description Sea water circuit description PIECE...
Systems and schedulded maintenance Maintenance task. Coolant check Allow the genset to cool. Release pressure from the cooling system before removing the pressure cap. To release pressure, cover the pressure cap with a thick cloth and then slowly turn the cap counter clockwise.
Systems and schedulded maintenance Maintenance task. Seawater pump impeller inspection Seawater pump impeller is neoprene and cannot rotate dried. If operated without water, the impeller can be broken. It is important therefore that a spare impeller is always available. Impeller inspection and replacement procedure: 1.
Systems and schedulded maintenance 5.7. Inlet and exhaust system Exhaust circuit description There are two possible installations of the exhaust system. You need to check the distance between water injection point and waterline to decide which type of installation you need. This information is specified in the following drawings.
Systems and schedulded maintenance Type 2 installation. When between water injection point of wet exhaust and waterline there is less than 150 mm or the point of injection is below waterline. W.L. L = MAX. 3000 mm The wet exhaust is the genset’s standard equipment. If you want dry exhaust, which is an optional equipment, contact with our dealers.
AC Breaker interrupts the genset output in the event of an overload or short circuit. It is located in front panel as is showed in the section 10. Genset model Intensity (A) 85 GT/GTC (400/230V) 85 GT/GTC (230V) 100 GTA/GTAC (480/277V) 100 GTA/GTAC (240V)
Systems and schedulded maintenance Maintenance task. Alternator belt tension inspection Push the belt inward with thumb pressure exerted midway between the pulleys, as shown, to check the belt tension (deflection). If the tension is incorrect, loosen the adjusting bracket bolt and mounting bolt, and move the alternator in or out.
Systems and schedulded maintenance 5.9. Alternator The maintenance and fault diagnostic procedures involve risks that may cause severe injury or even death. These procedures should therefore be carried out solely by qualified electrical and mechanical specialists. Before any maintenance and cleaning work make sure that there are no live parts that the generator housing has cooled to ambient temperature, that the genset cannot be accidentally started up and that all procedures are strictly observed.
If a fault occurs in the genset, proceed as follows: ❖ Within the period of warranty: • Contact to Sole Diesel Official Service. See Solé Diesel warranty. ❖ Outside the period of warranty: • Contact to Sole Diesel Official Service. See Solé Diesel warranty.
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Troubleshooting GENSET FAILURE SYSTEM PROBABLE CAUSES RECOMMENDED ACTIONS Replace the fuse in the installation. If fuse blows again, check Power cable fuse (red). electrical system for overloads or short circuits. Discharged or empty battery. Charge the battery or replace it with a new one. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Loose or corroded battery connections.
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Troubleshooting GENSET FAILURE SYSTEM PROBABLE CAUSES RECOMMENDED ACTIONS GENERAL The fuel regulator is not operational. Contact an Official Solé Diesel Service. Faulty or clogged fuel pump Check fuel pump inlet. Clogged fuel filter Replace fuel filter. FUEL SYSTEM Air in fuel system Bleed fuel system.
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Troubleshooting GENSET FAILURE SYSTEM PROBABLE CAUSES RECOMMENDED ACTIONS Strangled oil pressure-relief valve Clean the valve and check its operation. OIL PRESSURE TOO Faulty oil pressure valve Contact an Official Solé Diesel Service. LUBRICATION SYSTEM HIGH. Oil level too high. Reset oil level. Obstruction of oil lines.
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Troubleshooting GENSET FAILURE SYSTEM PROBABLE CAUSES RECOMMENDED ACTIONS Faulty coolant water pump. Check coolant pump (impeller, pump sealing). Clean the tap, check if the salt water pump impeller is Plugged or restricted-pitch salt water tap. damaged. Faulty salt water pump. Check sea water pump (impeller, pump sealing).
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Troubleshooting GENSET FAILURE SYSTEM PROBABLE CAUSES RECOMMENDED ACTIONS CA open output breaker. Close the CA output breaker. Open wiring, terminals or exciter field pin. Check continuity. The main field (rotor) is not operational (open or Test and/or replace alternator assembly. earthed).
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MARINE GENERATORS 85 GT/GTC Three-Phase General data Maximum power*: 68 kW (85 kVA) Voltage: 400/230 V Prime Power**: 61,8 kW Amperage: 122,7 A Frequency: 50 Hz Phases: Dimensions and weights Total lenght without canopy: 1760 mm Total lenght with canopy:...
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MARINE GENERATORS 100 GTA/GTAC Three-Phase General data Maximum power*: 77,8 kW (97,3 kVA) Voltage: 480/277 V Prime Power**: 70,8 kW Amperage: 117 A Frequency: 60 Hz Phases: Dimensions and weights Total lenght without canopy: 1779 mm Total lenght with canopy: 2007 mm Total width without canopy: 866 mm...
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MARINE GENERATORS 115 GT/GTC Three-Phase General data Maximum power*: 90 kW (112,4 kVA) Voltage: 400/230 V Prime Power**: 82 kW Amperage: 162,2 A Frequency: 50 Hz Phases: Dimensions and weights Total lenght without canopy: 1770 mm Total lenght with canopy: 2007 mm Total width without canopy: 865 mm...
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MARINE GENERATORS 120 GTA/GTAC Three-Phase General data Maximum power*: 96 kW (120 kVA) Voltage: 480/277 V Prime Power**: 87,3 kW Amperage: 144,3 A Frequency: 60 Hz Phases: Dimensions and weights Total lenght without canopy: 1770 mm Total lenght with canopy: 2007 mm Total width without canopy: 865 mm...
Instructions to replace and remove Section 10 – Instructions to replace and remove When you decide to replace the genset, please contact Solé Diesel S.A.; will provide relevant instructions regarding the laws in force at the time. When disposing of the whole or parts of this genset, meets LAWS IN FORCE IN THE COUNTRY OF INSTALLATION.
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