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USERS MANUAL FOR MOBILE APPLICATIONS W-SQ8 - 1500 RPM - Mobile diesel generating set 230V / 50Hz Digital Diesel Control WHISPER POWER BV Kelvinlaan 82 9207 JB Drachten The Netherlands Tel.: +31-512-571550 Fax.: +31-512-571599 V1 October 2008 www.whisperpower.eu...
Lay out control wiring ........................16 2.5.16 Electrical diagrams 230 V AC / 50 Hz ....................17 2.5.17 Electrical diagrams radiator fan control ................... 18 2.5.18 Diagram electronic governor (standard) ..................19 October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
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5.4.1 Setting the RPM ..........................33 5.4.2 Adjusting valve clearance and retightening the cylinder head bolts..........33 5.4.3 Disassembling instructions ......................34 SPARE PARTS LIST ..............................35 MAINTENANCE LOG ................................37 EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
For shipments to remote areas any additional costs incurred over normal carriage will be invoiced to the customer. The cost for returning faulty goods is not covered under guarantee. EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
On the settings. Check the settings (voltage, frequency, rpm) identification plate are also some basic features of the when there is any doubt. set: October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
3 Amp fuse must be removed from the control panel and the battery plus cable must be removed from the battery. Warning signs indicate parts which could be live. EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
INFORMATION 2.1.5 Operation External moving parts like fans and V-belts are covered by the soundshield and therefore the W-SQ8 is very safe when the soundshield is closed. BREAK Nevertheless take note of the signs on the THROUGH generating set which show symbols in a triangle indicating danger.
12 weeks. Workshop manual; number: 40200172 However in this manual there is a list of important parts for maintenance and spare parts as well as a chapter on maintenance and problem solving. EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
Fuel injection pump Engine speed adjusting screw Fuel solenoid Fuel filter Engine oil filter Fuel lift pump Oil sump hand pump AC power output Remote control Fig. 4: Rear view main components W-SQ8 October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
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Fig. 5: Rear view main components W-SQ8 Hoist eye rear Filler cap engine coolant Rocker cover Filler cap engine oil Temperature switch Thermostat housing Failsafe Rubber engine mounting Fig. 6: Top View main components W-SQ8 EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
2.5.2 Engine The W-SQ8 generating set is based on the Mitsubishi S3L2 3 cylinder diesel engine. The engine is indirectly Fig. 8 Digital Diesel Control unit injected. The engine is water cooled and the cooling liquid is cooled by a radiator.
The cooling liquid in the alternator is not pressurised. requirements of API class CD, CF or CF_4. The alternator’s expansion tank has an open connection to drain liquid and release air. EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
25 degrees Standard supplies Digital remote panel (+15 m cable), fuel filter, fuel lift pump, user and installation manuals Available as option: Installation kits, non earth return (ungrounded), spare part kits October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
1,5 mm2 DDC > LCP red/green 1,5 mm2 DDC > generator AC output brown 1 mm2 DDC > generator AC output blue 1 mm2 DDC=Digital Diesel Control Unit LCP=Local Control Panel EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
230V / 50Hz RED (11) BLACK (11) DDC/ct-1 MAIN WINDING ROTOR BROWN BLACK (4) YELLOW/GREEN RED (3) BLUE MAIN WINDING DDC/AC-1 BLACK (4) YELLOW/GREEN EARTH AND NEUTRAL CONNECTED Fig. 11: Electrical diagram 230V EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
CU0,75 CU0,75 CU1.5 CU1.5 45-35?C 12VDC 230VAC 80-70?C 230VAC 230VAC DIMENTION BOX: 270x270x180 MM Fig. 13: Electrical diagram fan control using 230V AC radiator fans – with two speeds fans (optional) October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
The actuator controls the engine speed. This actuator replaces the standard hold solenoid that is on all other In addition to the mechanical governor, the W-SQ8 is mechanical controlled Whisper engines. The actuator standard equipped with an electronic governor. A governor...
Therefore we recommend daily oil-checks. Check oil level prior to starting the engine or at least 5 minutes after the engine has stopped. October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
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If no Mass Systemswitch is used: Switch main Power Nevertheless, the W-SQ8 is designed so as not to Source Selector switch to "OFF" or switch off all overheat, even under extreme conditions.
(so not on the remote Fig. 17 panel) Hold as long as necessary to bleed the system. Retighten the bleed screw when no further air bubbles are expelled. October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
Check the air strainer at least every 500 running hours. The strainer can be cleaned by washing in petrol or solvent 10 mm Fig. 21 Fig. 19 EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
Whisper Power batteries are used). • replaced. Check battery terminals for corrosion • Check and readjust V-belt When the generator set runs less than 100 hours a year the oil should be changed yearly October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
Replace or clean the air strainer element 2000 hours Check lubricating oil pressure 2000 hours Check injector and injection pressure 2000 hours Replace or clean the air filter element 2000 hours EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
Oil pressure failure OIL PRESSURE Generator AC output voltage is either too high or too low AC VOLTAGE Generator is in overload HIGH CURRENT Output frequency of the generator is too low FREQUENCY October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
"soft-start". Inquire at your nearest Whisper Power dealer or directly at the manufacturer, Whisper Power in the Netherlands. EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
Oil pressure failure OIL PRESSURE Generator AC output voltage is either too high or too low AC VOLTAGE Generator is in overload HIGH CURRENT Output frequency of the generator is too low FREQUENCY October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
• Temporarily hunting (this will disappear when engine has run in). • Ongoing hunting caused by faulty Replace faulty parts. electronic governor • Faulty electronic governor Engine speed drops Replace faulty parts. EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
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Check electrical load and switch off some consumers Diesel Control will indicate “ HIGH ”. CURRENT • Insufficient intake air. Check intake air paths and filter, clean and • Choked air filter. replace if necessary. October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
INT +31-512-571550. ● Motor RPM suddenly rises or drops. ● Unusual noise comes from generating set. ● Exhaust gases suddenly colour dark. ● Engine failure warning light is on EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
When readings are infinity but a fault is suspected one can do a high voltage resistance test (MEGGERING) This procedure should be carried out by an expert. October 2008 / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / EN...
First align the T.D.C. mark for the No. 1 cylinder. Confirm that the valves do not move up or down when the crankshaft is turned about 20 degrees in normal and reverse direction of rotation. EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
Following instructions will help: The rotor can be taken off by removing the bold which The design of the W-SQ8 makes it possible to do goes through the shaft (normal clockwise threaded). most repairs on the spot. The connections of the The end of the shaft is specially threaded to push off alternator are very accessible.
MAINTENANCE LOG MAINTENANCE LOG first service after 50 hours: hour counter: remarks next service (every 150 hours) hour counter: EN / W-SQ8 for mobile applications / October 2008...
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