Parts ManualPublication A058A980
Model: C400D5e − C550D5eIssue 2 − 8-2017
Safety Precautions
The following symbols are used in Cummins Inc. manuals to alert users to the potentially dangerous conditions relating to maintenance of equipment and replacement of parts. Please read and observe.
This symbol warns of immediate hazards which will result in severe personal injury or
death.
This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in severe personal
injury or death.
This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in severe personal injury or product or property damage.
Product Safety Precautions
Before operating the generator set, read the manuals and become familiar with them and the equipment.
Safe and efficient operation can be achieved only if the equipment is properly operated and maintained.
Many accidents are caused by failure to follow fundamental rules and precautions.
Note:
It is in the Operator’s interest to read and understand all Health and Safety information
together with all Warnings and Cautions contained within the documentation relevant
to the generator set, its operation and daily maintenance.
Improper operation and maintenance can lead to severe personal injury or loss of life
and property by fire, electrocution, mechanical breakdown or exhaust gas asphyxiation.
Read and follow all safety precautions in the health and safety manual 0908−0110.
Service and repair of Cummins Inc. equipment must be performed by trained, experienced personnel only. Improper service, repair or replacement of parts may result in
damage to equipment & property, severe personal injury or death. Do not use this catalog as a guide to servicing your equipment. Read and follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS in the Service Manual appropriate for the equipment you are working
on.
Contact with USED ENGINE OILS has been identified by a United States federal agency
and some USA state agencies as causing CANCER or REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY. When
checking or changing engine oils take all necessary precautions not to ingest, breathe
the fumes or contact the used oil.
Contact with ASBESTOS has been identified by a United States federal agency and
some USA state agencies as causing CANCER or REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY. When
handling engine gaskets take all necessary precautions not to ingest, breathe or contact
the dust from the gaskets! Use adequate ventilation and wear protective gloves, masks
and clothing!
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Contact with BENZINE and LEAD, found in gasoline, fuel additives and solvents has
been identified by a United States federal agency and some USA state agencies as causing CANCER or REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY. When checking, draining or adding gasoline and fuel additives or using solvents take all necessary precautions not to ingest,
breathe the fumes or contact the liquids. Use adequate ventilation and wear protective
gloves, masks and protective clothing!
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Publication A058A980Parts Manual
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Model and
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Issue 2 − 8-2017Model: C400D5e − C550D5e
About This Manual
This manual applies to the generator models C400D5e−C550D5e. Parts illustrations are arranged in groups
relating to their position and function on the generator set. Each part illustrated is identified by a reference
number corresponding to the list of part numbers in the accompanying table.
Engine and alternator parts that have been modified or added by Cummins Inc. are identified in this catalogue.
Contact your nearest authorized distributor for assistance in ordering replacement parts. All other replacement parts must be ordered from the engine/alternator manufacturer by referring to the item nameplate and
supplying all available information.
Cummins Inc.
Generator Model
C400D5eQSX15G8
C450D5eQSX15G8
C500D5eQSX15G8
C550D5eQSX15G8
C450D6eQSX15G9
C500D6eQSX15G9
Cummins Engine Model
Generator Set Data Table
Model and
Specification
C400D5e/*400,000#504L, 6L324VDC
C450D5e/*450,000#504L, 6L324VDC
C500D5e/*500,000#504L, 6L324VDC
C550D5e/*550,000#504L, 6L324VDC
C450D6e/*450,000#604L, 6L324VDC
C500D6e/*500,000#604L, 6L324VDC
KVAVoltsHertzWirePhase
Electrical Data
Batter
Voltage
* − The diagonal line (/) in the model and specification number separates generator set characteristics from the
specification number and letter. The specification number denotes customer requested options or deviations from the
standard model. The specification letter advances (A to B, B to C, etc.) with major manufacturing changes.
# − 380−13,800V (Refer to Genset Data Sheet).
Replacement parts not identified in this manual can be ordered by contacting:
The information contained within this manual is based on information available at the time of going to print.
In line with Cummins Inc. policy of continuous development and improvement, information may change at any
time without notice. Obtain the most up to date version available on QuickServe Online or contact your authorized distributor for assistance.
Related Literature
The related literature that is appropriate to your generator set includes:
S Operator Manual for QSX15−G8/G9 with PowerCommand 2.2 Control (A048B706)
S Operator Manual for QSX15−G8/G9 with PowerCommand 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (A048B718)
S Installation Manual for QSX15−G8/G9 with PowerCommand 2.2 or 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (A048B667)
S Service Manual for QSX15−G8/G9 with PowerCommand 2.2 or 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (A056X840)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C500 D5e PowerCommand 2.2 Control (0900−1278)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C550 D5e PowerCommand 2.2 Control (0900−1279)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C450 D6e PowerCommand 2.2 Control (0900−1280)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C500 D6e PowerCommand 2.2 Control (0900−1281)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C400 D5e PowerCommand 3.3 Control (0900−1284)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C450 D5e PowerCommand 3.3 Control (0900−1285)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C500 D5e PowerCommand 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (0900−1286)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C550 D5e PowerCommand 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (0900−1287)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C450 D6e PowerCommand 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (0900−1288)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C500 D6e PowerCommand 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (0900−1289)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C450D6E PowerCommand 2.2 Control (A058K050)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C550D5E PowerCommand 2.2 Control (A058K046)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C500D5E PowerCommand 2.2 Control (A058K054)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C500D6E PowerCommand 2.2 Control (A058K057)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C550D5E PowerCommand 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (A058K042)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C450D6E PowerCommand 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (A058K039)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C500D5E PowerCommand 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (A058K034)
S Recommended Spares List (RSL) for C500D6E PowerCommand 3.3 or 3.3 MLD Control (A058K036)
S Standard Repair Times − CH Family (A030H046)
S Service Tool Manual (A043D529)
S Failure Code Manual (F1115C)
S Application Manual T−030, Liquid Cooled Generator Sets − for application information (A040S369)
S Engine Operation & Maintenance Manual for QSX15 Engines (3666423)
Engine Serial Number: _________________________________
Digital Control Software:_________________________________
Copyright 2017 Cummins Inc.
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Parts ManualPublication A058A980
Model: C400D5e − C550D5eIssue 2 − 8-2017
Abbreviations
Some of the following abbreviations may be used throughout this Parts Manual:
ACAlternating Current
ACBAir Circuit Breaker
ACHAnti−Condensations Heaters
ATSAutomatic Transfer Switch
AmpAmpere
A/RAs Required
AVRAutomatic Voltage Regulator
AWGAmerican Wire Gauge
BHPBrake Horsepower
BMSBuilding Measurement System
BSTBusnar Sensing Transformer
CANControlled Area Network
CB Circuit Breaker
CCACold Cranking Amps
CHPCombined Heat and Power
COPContinuous Power Rating
CTCurrent Transformer
dB(A)Unit of noise level
DCDirect Current
DegDegree
DIPDual In−line Package
DMCDigital Master Control
DMSUDemand Load Standby Unit
ECMEngine Control Module
EFCElectronic Fuel Control
EITExternal/Internal Tooth
EMCUEngine Monitoring and Control Unit
EMFElectromotive Force
EPROMErasable Programmable Read
Only Memory
EPUEngine Protection Unit
ETExternal Tooth
FAEFull Authority Engine
FSSFirst Start Sensor
GCPGenerator Control Panel
GensetGenerator set
GFIGround Fault Interrupter
GKWTGlobal Kilowatt Transducer
kVAApparent Power
kVARReactive Power
kWActive / Real Power (Kilowatt)
kWhUnit of electrical energy or work
LPGLiquid Petroleum Gas
LTLeft
LEDLight−Emitting Diode
LTPLimited Time Power Rating
LTALow Temperature Aftercooling
LVLow Voltage
MMeter
MCBMiniature Circuit Breaker
MCCBMoulded Case Circuit Breaker
MFMains Failed
MFSSMaster First Start Sensor
mmMillimeter
MOHMobile Off Highway
MRMains Returned
MSTMains Sensing Transformer
MSUMains Sensing Unit
MVMedium Voltage
NECNeutral Earthing Contact
NFSNot For Sale
NPTNational Pipe Thread