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ADVANCE NOTICE OR NOTIFICATION, WHEN NECESSARY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH ITS POLICY OF CONTINUAL PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT. THE MASE GENERATORS SPA, RESERVES ALL THE RIGHTS ON THE MANUAL PRESENT. ANY TOTAL OR PARTIAL REPRODUCTION IS PERMITTED WITHOUT WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION OF THE MASE GENERATORS SPA.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 DEFINITIONS USED The terms used are current technical terms, and where considered necessary the meaning is described below - Generator An assembly of an internal combustion piston engine and an alternate current, synchronous, 2-4 pole, self- excited generator, joined together to create a station for self-production of electrical energy.
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MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 - Connection in bad state The live parts are not fully covered with insulation removable by destruction only, the connections are not secure because of unstable tightening of the parts and a development of oxide between the parts.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 PRELIMINARY PRESCRIPTIONS FIELD OF EMPLOYMENT: THE GENERATOR IS PROPER FOR TO PRODUCE IN WAY AUTONOMOUS ELECTRIC ENERGY IN THE LIMITS OF TENSION AND WATT DECLARED BY THE BUILDER Consult this manual carefully before proceeding to the use and to any operation on the genset.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 1 GENERAL INFORMATIONS 1.1 C ONFORM USE The generator is suitable for independent production of electrical energy within the voltage and wattage limits declared by the manufacturer. Any other use outside the already stated field of use is prohibited: the generator is intended for marine use.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The electromechanics equipments, included the generating sets, switch, command electric equipments and accessories, can cause damages to people and,if they are installed, used or mainteined with not qualified operations, they can put in serious danger the life of people. To avoid accidents is necessary to know the potential risks and operate with caution.Read and follow all the precautions and the instructions for the safety.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 1.5 S AFETY LABEL INFORMATIONS • These labels warn the user of any danger which may cause serious injury. Carefully read the meaning and the precautions described in this manual. • If the label detaches or becomes illegible, replace it with a new one which can be requested from an authorised mase dealer.
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MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 Danger Symbols Meaning PREVENTING FIRE Can cause severe injury or death. • Start • Start the engine only from a starter switch without any load or in neutral posi- tion of the clutch of machine unit.
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MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 Danger Symbols Meaning EXHAUST SYSTEM Carbon monoxide. Group generator use. Carbon monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless,tasteless, non irritating gas,able to, if inhaled only also for brief time to provoke the death.
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MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 Danger Symbols Meaning BATTERY Do not touch the electrolitic battery acid Sufficient ventilation of the battery area. • Keep the area around the battery well ventilated, paying attention to keep sparks, open flame and any other form of ignition away. During engine running or charging battery, hydrogen gas is produced from the battery and can be easily ignited.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 1.6 R 1.8 M EFERENCE DOCUMENTS ARKING The instructions for use provided with each generator are The generator identification plate carries all the made up of a collection of documents of which this manual identification data conforming to ISO 8528 and in represents the General Part.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 2 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS The generators have been designed for use in the marine field, using highly reliable 1500/1800 rpm air/ water-cooled diesel engines. Particular attention has been paid to the degree of protection against external...
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 2.2 C OMMAND AND CONTROL PANEL STANDARD VERSION Each generator is fitted with an instrument panel for commands and controls with the following components: 1) Magnetothermal switch 2) Hourcounter 3) Thermal switch DC breaker...
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 2.3 T ECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS TABLE MODEL MARINER 1400 MARINER 1680T MARINER 1560 GENERAL FEATURES 16,8 THREEPHASE MAX POWER (LTP) 15,3 THREEPHASE CONTINUOUS POWER (PRP) 11,2 13,1 SINGLEPHASE MAX POWER (LTP) SINGLEPHASE CONTINUOUS POWER (PRP)
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 3 INSTALLATION The generator may only be installed by qualified technicians. Malfunctioning due to improper installation may cause injury or death. 3.1 G ENERATOR HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS - The generator must be installed in a sufficiently ventilated room able to assure the small amount of air required for engine combustion.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 3.5 C OOLING WATER CIRCUIT The generator engine is cooled by an open-circuit system in which seawater circulates. At the time of installation, a seawater feed circuit must be arranged for cooling, and an exhaust system for the combustion gas and water mixture.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 3.5.2 C OMPONENTS If the generator is installed at a height over 1m (3,3ft) above the waterline, a check valve (ref.2) must be fitted after the seawater intake to prevent the water circuit from emptying out when the engine is off. If the circuit is empty, the water pump impeller may be damaged during starting.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 3.5.3 T YPICAL NSTALLATIONS YPICAL INSTALLATION WITH GENERATOR ABOVE THE WATERLINE YPICAL INSTALLATION WITH GENERATOR UNDER THE WATERLINE - 22...
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MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 mase YPICAL INSTALLATION WITH GENERATOR ABOVE THE WATERLINE WITH WATER GAS SEPARATOR mase YPICAL INSTALLATION WITH GENERATOR UNDER THE WATERLINE WITH WATER GAS SEPARATOR - 23...
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MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 YPICAL INSTALLATION WITH GENERATOR ABOVE THE WATERLINE WITH GENSEP WATER GAS SEPARATOR YPICAL INSTALLATION WITH GENERATOR UNDER THE WATERLINE WITH GENSEP WATER GAS SEPARATOR - 24...
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 3.5.4 E XHAUST SYSTEM The generator combustion “gas/water exhaust” system Muffler must be independent of that of the main engines. See installation diagrams. The pipe length from the highest point of the exhaust pipe to the exhaust must not exceed 2m (6.6...
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 Dry exhaust version On dry exhaust gas version, customer has to simply provide to a correct combustion gas expulsion to the outside of the boat, through a suitable insulated pipeline, against high temperature. Pay attention to meet actual local rules in force.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 3.7 E LECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3.7.1 B ATTERY CONNECTION Use a 12V stand-alone battery to start the generator. Connect it to the generator terminals using cables of 25mm cross-section for a distance up to 5m (16.4ft)
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 When carrying out maintenance operations on the generator, disconnect the negative pole of the starter battery to prevent accidental starting. 3.7.3 A.C. CONNECTION The connection toward loads has to be made on power clamp (ref.1).
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 Feedback to utility. Feedback voltage may cause serious injury or death. Connect the generator to the electrical systemof the structure/boat only through an approved electrical system and after opening the main switch of the structure/boat.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 4 USING THE GENERATOR 4.1 P RELIMINARY HECKS Before beginning with any starting procedures, it is extremely important to “familiarise” yourself with the generator and its controls. Furthermore, visually inspect the generator and the installation.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 4.3 S TARTING THE GENERATOR BATT. °C Before starting the generator check that all the doors °C are closed and the bipolar magnetothermal switch is open (ref.7). Before starting the generator ensure that all the preliminary checks, described in paragraph 4.1, have been carried...
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 5 PROTECTIONS AND WARNING SIGNALS 5.1 E NGINE PROTECTION MODULE The generators are equipped with a series of protections which safeguard it against improper use and faults which may compromise integrity. When the generator stops because one of the safety switches has tripped, the indication of the hours of BATT.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 5.3 P ROTECTION GAINST HORT CIRCUITS VOLTAGE LECTRICAL YSTEM The low voltage electric plant is protected by 2 breaker switches (ref.2-3). Breaker switch (ref.2) protects “general +” and if tripped stops the generator. Thermal switch (ref.3) protects “+ pull” of solenoid.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 6 MAINTENANCE 6.1 P 6.3 E REAMBLE NGINE HECK It is recommended to strictly follow the instructions - Check the oil level by means of the cap/dipstick (ref.1). in the manual provided by the engine manufacturer, The oil level must always be between the MAX and which accompanies each generator.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 6.4 E NGINE OIL CHANGE Use diesel engine oil Top up the engine oil through the hole (ref.1). To change the oil in the engine oil sump, take out the dipstick (ref.2) and operate the extraction pipe(ref.3) after removing the screw that acts as cap.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 6.6 R EPLACING THE FUEL FILTER To replace fuel filter, simply unscrew the old filter (ref.3) and screw the new one with engine off and cold. 6.7 D RAINING THE FUEL WATER SEPARATOR Drain the fuel/water separator when there is some water accumulated in the lower side of the separator.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 6.10 A IR FILTER The generator is fitted with a dry air filter (ref.1), which prevents foreign bodies from entering the combustion chamber. It is sufficient to clean the filter mass with diesel fuel once a year to remove any impurities.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 6.14 S EAWATER PUMP MAINTENANCE At least once a year check the integrity of the rubber seawater pump impeller. Before opening the seawater pump to inspect the impeller, drain the seawater from the cooling system as described in paragraph 6.12.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 6.16 C HECKING REPLACING THE ALTERNATOR V BELT A second belt is used to transmit the rotary motion from the drive shaft pulley to that of the closed-circuit coolant pump and the battery charger DC alternator (rif.1).
Fuel filter Zinc anode Fuses A kit with recommended spare parts is available and may be ordered from the Mase Service Network or Technical Service. 6.20 P ERIODS OF INACTIVITY Start up the generator at least once a month. If the...
○ In presence of this symbol it is possible to effect the technical support autonomously . ● In presence of this symbol it is obligatory to effect the technical support in an our retailer /workshop authorized by MASE. - 41...
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 6.22 A NOMALIES CAUSES AND REMEDIES The starter motor turns but the main engine does not start - Check that there is fuel in the tank. (Fill up) - Check if the stop electromagnet is in the firing position. (Consult Service Centre) - Check that the emergency button is in ON position.
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 7 TRANSPORT, STORAGE, LIFTING AND, HANDLING AND PACKAGING 7.1 T RANSPORT AND STORAGE Packaging: Supplied directly by manufactor. The total weight of the packed generator is given in “Table of technical characteristics”. Transport: During transport the generator (with or without...
MARINER 1400 - 1680T - 1560 8 GUARANTEE AND RESPONSIBILITY 8.1 G UARANTEE mase • The generators and all their components are guaranteed free of defects and are covered by the guarantee for a period as required by current legislation from the date of installation.
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