Dc Electrical System - Westerbeke 7.6 KW BTD 60Hz Operator's Manual

DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine 12-Volt DC Control Circuit
The Westerbeke 7.6 KW BID generator has a 12-volt DC electrical control circuit, as shown on wiring
diagram #039284. Refer to this diagram when troubleshooting or servicing electrical components on the
engine.
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CAUTION
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To avoid damage to the battery charging circuit, never shut off the engine battery switch
while the engine is running.
Shut off the engine battery switch, however, to avoid electrical shorts when working on
the engine's electrical circuit.
Battery
Specification
The miuimum recommended capacity of the battery used in the engine's 12-volt DC control circuit is 350-
- 400 cold cranking amps.
Fuel Pump
The engine mounted fuel pump requires little or no maintenance. Ensure fuel being supplied to this pump
is free of water or other types of contaminants that will hinder the pump's operation.
Periodically check the fuel connections to and out of the pump and make sure that no leakage is present
and that the fittings are tight and secure. The DC ground connection at one of the pumps mounting bolts
should be clean and well secured by the mounting bolt to ensure proper pump operation.
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WARNING
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Fuel leakage at the fuel pump or its
.connections is a fire hazard and should
be corrected. Make sure proper
ventilation exists whenever servicing
fuel system components.
WESTERBEKE GENERATORS
Fuel Supply (out)
V DC (+) Conn.ection
Ground Wire
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Fuel Pump
::'uel Supply (in)
(Inste..ller'lJ Connection)