Break-In Procedure/Daily Operation - Westerbeke 8.0 KW-60Hz SBEG Operator's Manual

BREAK-IN PROCEDURE/DAILY OPERATION
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
After the generator has been started, check for proper
operation and then encourage a fast wann-up. Run the
generator between 20% to 60% of full load for the first 10
hours.
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CAUTION:
Do not attempt to break·in your
genllfBtor by running without
a
load.
After the first 10 hours of the generators' operation, the load
can be increased to the full-load rated output; then periodi-
cally vary the load.
Avoid overload at all times. An overload is signaled by a
smoky exhaust with reduced output voltage and frequency.
Monitor the current being drawn from the generator and keep
it withinthe generators' rating. Since the generator operates
at 1800 rpm to produce 60 hertz, control of the generator's
engine break-in is governed by the current drawn from the
generator.
To protect against unintentional overloading of the generator,
' . the generator's output leads should be routed thmugh a
circuit breaker thitt is rated at the rated output of the
generator.
NOTE:
Be aware afmotor starting loads and the high
current drawn required/or starting motors. This starting
amperage drawn can be 3 to 5 times nonnal running
amperage. See GENERATOR INFORMATION in this
manual.
CHECK LIST
Follow this checklist each day before starting your generator.
• Record the hourmeter reading in your log (engine hours
relate to the maintenance schedule).
• Visually inspect the engine for fuel, oil, or water leaks.
• Check the oil level (dipstick).
• Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery tank.
• Check your fuel supply.
• Check the starting batteries (weekly).
• Check the drive belt for wear and proper tension (weekly).
• Check for abnormal noise such as knocking, vibration and
blow-back sounds.
• Confmn exhaust smoke:
When the engine is cold - White Smoke.
When the engine is wann - almost Smokeless.
When the engine is overloaded - some Black Smoke.
NOTE:
Some unstable running may occur in a cold engine.
This condition slwuld abate as nonnal operating temperature
is reached and loads are applied.
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CAUTION: 00 not operate the generator for long
periods
of
time without
a
load being placed on the
generator.
STOPPING THE GENERATOR
Remove the major AC loads from the generator one at a time.
Allow the generator to run for a few minutes to stabilize the
operating temperature and press the STOP switch down, (see
CONTROL PANELS).
NOTE:
After the first 50 hours of generator operation check
the maintenance schedule for the 50 hour service check.
GENERATOR ADJUSTMENTS
Once the generator has been placed in operation, there may
be governor adjustments required for engine speed (hertz)
during the engine's break-in period (first 50 hours) or after
this period (see ENGINE SPEED (HER1Z) ADJUSTMENT
under ENGINE ADJUSTMENTS. A no-load voltage
adjustment may also be required in conjunction with the
engine's speed adjustment (see GENERATlOR
INFORMATION).
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WARNING: . VENTILATION
Gasoline vapors can explode. Before starting the engine,
operate the blower for at least four minutes and check both
the engine compartment and the bilge for gasoline vapors.
Run the blower below cruising speed.
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