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SSDK12M - SSDK16M - SSDK20M 26 Service and Maintenance 26 Pre-service 26 Engine Service 26 Oil System Service 26 Oil System Location 27 Oil System Service Procedure 27 Alternator Service 27 Road Tow Trailers 27 Trailer Information 28 Safety Precautions 28 Wheels 28 Number Plate 28 Hitch Type...
No warranty claim will be considered by Stephill Generators Ltd unless any defective parts are available for inspection by us, or our nominees, to determine the reason or cause of failure, and Stephill Generators Ltd is given the option of repair or replacement.
SSDY21M Identification Each Stephill generator will have a Serial/Data plate fitted to the set. In most cases this can be found on the control/socket panel of a SSDY21M generator. Below is an example of the Serial/Data plate. Fig.1 Item No.
ISO 8528-1 under the agreed operating conditions with the maintenance intervals and procedures being carried out as prescribed by the manufacturers. AC Output Protection As standard the SSDY21M Stephill generator is configured as a multiphase generator with both single phase (1Ph) and three phase (3Ph) outputs. 400V 3Ph MCB overload/short circuit protection - RCD earth leakage protection.
SSDY21M Control Panel Identification Fig.2 shows a typical standard multiphase control panel configuration found on the SSDY21M. The control panel is made up of engine and generator controls (DC) and the generator output (AC). Below in Fig.3 & Fig.4 are close-up details of the components found on this control panel.
SSDY21M Generator Safety Before using this equipment and to avoid personal injury, all warnings shown on the machine should be observed. The warning signage should be checked for legibility and any that have become damaged should be replaced. Carefully read and understand the instructions provided. If there is anything you do not understand DO NOT attempt to use this generator.
SSDY21M f) Located near the control panel. g) Located near the control panel. h) Located below the control panel. Personal Safety • Do not climb on the generator - dents may cause overheating of the acoustic lining. • Do not cover the generator as this can obstruct air inlet and outlets on the canopy which can cause the generator to overheat and cause permanent damage..
The standard reference condition for total barometric pressure is 1 bar. This corresponds to an altitude of approximately 100m. Above 100m the rated power must be reduced. Flammable Environment Stephill generators must not be used in a flammable environment. Saline Environment Operation of the machine in a saline environment will require additional corrosion protection.
Earth Connection All Stephill products are fitted with an earth stud on the control panel this must be connected to an earthing system or spike. Any earth spike required is dependant on the local conditions of use. The size is determined by reference to current IEE regulations or to a competent electrician.
Do not operate the generator unless all guards are in place. There is a risk of burns or serious mechanical injury. Operating Instructions STEPHILL GENERATORS LTD STRESS THAT THE ULTIMATE RESPONSIBILTY FOR THE SAFE USE OF THE GENERATOR RESTS WITH THE USER. Pre-start Checks Before any attempt to start the generator please follow these important guidelines.
SSDY21M Check Oil Level - How To It is recommended to check the oil level BEFORE EVERY START OPERATION - Ref. Fig.7. Ensure the generator (engine) is on level ground to ensure the correct oil quantity is measured. ● Check the engine oil level before starting or more than 5 minutes after stopping the engine.
SSDY21M Check Coolant Level It is recommended to check the water/coolant level of the radiator BEFORE EVERY START OPERATION - Ref. Fig.8. The radiator is provided with a recovery tank (expansion vessel) , check the water/coolant is between the "FULL" and "LOW" marks - Ref. Fig.8.
SSDY21M Press the button until the is displayed on the LCD screen. A red LED flashes above the button. Press the button once more, the icon rotating will be displayed on the LCD screen. This will continue to rotate for approximately 10 seconds.
SSDY21M 2-Wire Remote and ATS Auto Start/Stop Connection Location Below the main control panel is a "HARD WIRE" facility. Once the black plate has been removed there is a small push-on connector block for the remote and auto start/stop connections. Refer to the DC wiring diagram at the back of this handbook or corresponding ATS handbook for the relative terminal positions - Fig.9 &...
SSDY21M Long Term Storage For storage or long periods of inactivity, Stephill Generators recommend the following: Generators should be stored with oil filled to the correct capacity; Storage periods of 18 months and over may require special lubricants and treatments. If so please seek further advice from the engine manufacturer.
SSDY21M Starting Sequence Once a start request is made the DSE 3110 will energise the pre-heat relay over a period of 10 seconds. Then the DSE 3110 will then attempt to crank the engine by operating the starter motor relay and also the fuel pump relay.
External Fuel Source 3-Way Valve(s) As a standard feature the SSDY21M comes fitted with fuel (3-way) valves to manually switch between the generators own internal fuel tank and an external fuel source. There are two valves, one is to FEED the engine fuel. The other valve is a RETURN, for fuel returning from the engine back to the fuel source.
An alternative method to help pull the fuel from an external fuel source to the engine is to uprate the standard 12V fuel lift pump on the engine. Stephill Generators can supply a replacement fuel lift pump that has head lift of around 1.5M.
SSDY21M Fault Finding - DSE 3110 Fault Icon Possible Cause Check Engine Not Starting/Running - Starter motor not engaging ● Check the battery voltage, should be around 12.5V DC - Charge or Replace. Battery ● Check the condition of the battery leads.
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Possible Cause Check The Yanmar 4TNV88 engine has an adjustable governor that can increase and decrease the engine speed. This is factory set by Stephill during testing. It is not recommended to adjust the engine speed unless absolutely necessary - The correct no-load frequency for this engine is 52.5Hz, this is set by the engine speed.
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SSDY21M Fault Icon Possible Cause Check A High Engine Temperature shutdown could be for two main reasons, either the engine has overheated or the temperature switch or wiring is faulty. ● Check the level of the water and antifreeze level - fill with...
SSDY21M Fault Finding - General Fault Description Checks/Causes ● Check/test the main MCB and RCD. Generator starts and runs but will not take load ● Check/test the voltage selector switch. ● Check the wiring behind the control panel. ● Check that the battery isolator switch is turned to the ON position.
You can find the basic service intervals at www.stephill-generators.co.uk Oil System Service To ensure both the oil pressure switch and oil pressure sender continue to operate correctly, Stephill Generators recommends that both components may require/benefit from a periodic "service" (annually is recommended).
Alternator Service Brushless alternators employed on Stephill Generators are maintenance free. Service must be carried out by competent qualified personnel strictly in accordance with the instructions given in the handbook. Any spare parts required should be of genuine manufacturer’s origin. For further information please consult alternator manufacturer’s website.
The UK industry standard size number plate is 520 mm × 111 mm (20½" × 4⅜"). Hitch Type Fig.19 & Fig.20 show standard hitch types provided by Stephill Generators. BALL Ball Hitch Fig.19...
At the same time the transmission lever swings back and compensates for the entire travel. STEPHILL GENERATORS LTD STRESS THAT THE ULTIMATE RESPONSIBILTY FOR THE SAFE USE, SERVICE AND CONDITION OF THE TRAILER IS WITH THE OWNER/USER.
SSDY21M Spares Yanmar Consumable Service Spares Basic Yanmar 4TNV88 engine service kits are available form Stephill Generators, below are the individual parts complete with part numbers. SSDY21M Description Yanmar 4TNV88 Oil Filter 023-2401 023-2404 Air Filter (Outer) 023-2405 Air Filter (Inner)
SSDY21M General Spares - cont… Hinge M5 - Control Panel Door 014-1000 Slam Lock Canopy Doors 023-1014 Hinge M8 - Canopy Doors 023-1000 Door Strike/Catch 023-0257 Hinge Plastic - Radiator Flap 023-1029 Fuel Tank - Plastic Moulded 023-0490 Fuel Sender Unit MK2 FR373-190-0034...
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