Westerbeke 7.6 kw EDT Operator's Manual page 10

INTRODUCTION
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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
, , The engine and generator serial numbers and model numbers
, are located on a decal on the generator housing, Thke the
time to enter this infonnation on the illustration of the name-
plate shown below, as this will provide a quick reference
, when seeking technical infonnation and/or ordering repair
parts.
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MUlJI:L ________ _
RPM ___________ _
KVV ____________ _
KVA ___________ _
VOLTS _________ _
AMPS _________ _
ENG. HP ______ _
ENG. SER.
NO.
GEN. SER. NO.
PF/PHASE ___ _
VVIRES ________ _
RATlNG _______ _
INSUL CLASS __
TEMP. RISE ___ _
BATTERY __
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__ _
C.I.D. _________ _
The engine serial number is also found stamped into the
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engine block on the flat outboard surface where the fuel
injection pump is bolted down onto. The generator serial
number is stamped into the flat surface just above the rear
carrier bearing.
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An
identification 'plate on the engine manifold also displays
the engine model and serial nwubel'.
NOTE: A carbon nlOlwxide warning decal has been 'provided
by WESTERBEKE AffIX this decal in a visible position
in the
engine room.
UNDERSTANDING THE DIESEL ENGINE
The diesel engine ciosely resembles the gasoline engine,
since the mechanism is essentially the same. The cylinders
are arranged above a closed craokcase;the crankshaft is ~f
the same general type as that of a gasoline engine, and the
diesel engine has the same type of valves, camshaft, pistons,
connecting rods and lubricating system.
Therefore, to a great extent, a diesel engine requires the
same preventive mainlq1ance
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a gasoline engine. The
most important factors are proper ventilation and proper
maintenance of the fuel, lubricating and cooling systems.
Replacement of fuel and lubricating filter elements at the
liI1!e periods specified is a must, and frequeut checking for
contamination (that is water, sediment, etc.) in the fuel sys-
tein is also essential. Another important factor is the use of
the same brand of high detergent diesel lubrication oil
designed specifically for diesel engines.
The diesel engine does differ from the gasoline engine,
however, in 'its method of handling and firing of fueL The
carburetor and ignition systems are replaced by a single
component - the fuel injection pnmp - which perfonns the
function of both.
ORDERING PARTS
Whenever replacement parts are needed, always provide the
generator model number, engine serial number, and generator
serial number as they appear on
the
silver and black name-
plate located on the generator end. 'You must provide us with
this infonnation so we may properly identify your generator
set In 'addition, include a complete part description
and
part
number for each part needed (see the separately furnished
Parts List). Insist upon WESTERBEKE packagedparts
because willjit or generic parts are frequently not made to
the same specifications
as
original equipment.
SPARES AND ACCESSORIES
Certain spares will be needed to support and rhaintsin your
WESTERBEKE engine. Your local WESTERBEKE dealer
will assist you in preparing an inventory of spare parts.
See the SPARE PARTS page in this manual. For engine
accessories, see WESTERBEKE' S ACCESSORIES brochure.
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Publication #43400 provides detailed information fur
installing generators and is available at your WESTERBEKE
dealer.
Engines & Generators
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