Regal 53 SC Owner's Manual page 390

DIESEL GENERATOR- TYPICAL
Overview
Your vessel features a diesel generator. Read and become
familiar with the generator owner's manual. It provides
a variety of operational, safety and troubleshooting
information. The output voltage under a full load can be
easily periodically checked by observing the AC voltage
meter found on the AC/DC panel. The output voltage
should be between 110 -120 volts AC (60 hertz-US), and
220- 240 volts AC at (50 hertz- International). Voltages
outside these specifi cations could indicate a generator
malfunction. Make sure all fl uid levels are checked before
starting the generator. The generator seacock handle must
be in-line with the seacock and the sea water strainer must
be free from debris.
The generator features an automatic shut down system of
sensors controlling high exhaust temperature, high water,
low oil pressure, and high RPM. If one of these sensors
engages, the generator will shut down. The source of the
problem then needs to be determined. Use the owner's
manual troubleshooting section as a reference.
There is a fuel fi lter in the system that periodically needs
checking and cleaning. Refer to the owner's manual.
Disconnect the battery cables before doing any generator
maintenance. Inspect and clean the carburetor fl ame
arrestor periodically by blowing off with compressed
air.
Inspect all fuel system fi ttings for leakage periodically.
Be sure proper ventilation is present when servicing
the fuel system components. Inspect all water and heat
exchanger fi ttings periodically for leaks. Repair or replace
components as needed. Be sure the generator is completely
cold before performing any maintenance on the water
system due to possible hot water and or antifreeze fi lled
components. Be sure to catch and dispose of any antifreeze
coolant properly. Refer to the generator owner's manual
regarding antifreeze recommendations for type and
mixture concentrations.
There is a zinc anode located in the raw water part of
the heat exchanger. Replace if 50% erroded. It is self
sacrifi cing thereby reducing the effects of electrolysis to
the generator water system.
When refilling the crankcase with oil follow the
specifi cations given in the owner's manual. Dispose of
used oil in an environmentally friendly manner. Following
are selected detailed maintenance functions on the diesel
generator. Refer to the generator owner's manual for more
information.
Note: Read and understand the following safety warnings
before performing any maintenance procedures.
WARNING
!
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY FROM
ACCIDENTAL GENERATOR STARTING!
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CABLES
BEFORE WORKING ON THE GENERATOR.
WARNING
!
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY FROM A HOT
GENERATOR AND EXHAUST SYSTEM.
DO NOT WORK ON GENERATOR
UNTIL THE UNIT COOLS.
WARNING
!
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ROTATING PARTS!
OPERATE THE GENERATOR ONLY
WHEN ALL SCREENS, COVERS &
GUARDS ARE IN PLACE.
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