• Do not operate this machinery without electrical
• Shut off electrical power before accessing electrical
• Use insulated mats whenever working on electrical
• Make sure your clothing and skin are
• Remove wristwatch and all jewelry when working on
PREVENT
A
exhaust
hot!
• Monitor engine antifreeze coolant level at the plastic
A
• In case
safety
manual
by
failure
Know
necessary
and your
foUowing
safety
ELECTRIC
WARNING:
engine
is
Lethal
voltage
enclosures and covers in place.
equipment.
equipment.
(particularly shoes) when handling electrical equipment.
electrical equipment.
BURNS -HOT
WARNING:
system
coolant recovery tank and periodically at the filler cap
location on the water jacketed exhaust manifold, but only
when the engine
WARNING:
of
an engine overheat, allow the engine
before touching the engine or checking the coolant.
carefuUy.
to
foUow
fundamental
when
dangerous
precautions
Most
accidents
rules
conditions exist and
to
protect yourself, your
machinery.
instructions
Yacht
are
Council
in
compliance
(ABYC)
SHOCK
Do
not
touch
AC
electrical
running,
or
when
is
present
connected
at
these
dry,
ENGINE
Do
not
touch
hot
engine
components. A running
is
COLD.
Steam
can
cause
injury
are
and
with
standards.
connections
to
shore
connections!
not damp
parts
or
engine
gets
or
death!
to
cool
very
PREVENT
A
• Prevent
sparks
pump, or other potential sources
vapors. Use a suitable container to catch all fuel when
removing the fuel line, carburetor, or fuel
•
Do
Backfire can cause severe injury or death.
• Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks
the fuel system. Keep the compartment and the
engine/generator clean and free
chances
• Be aware - diesel fuel will burn.
PREVENT
A
injury
• Follow re-fueling safety instructions. Keep the vessel's
hatches closed when fueling. Open and ventilate cabin
after fueling. Check below for fumes/vapor before
running the blower. Run the blower for four minutes
before starting your engine.
•
All
when
ventilated area away from spark-producing equipment
and out of the reach
• Do not
• Shut off the
the fuel system.
spill.
sources
servicing.
the
• Do not alter or modify the fuel system.
• Be sure all fuel supplies have a positive shutoff
• Be certain fuel line fittings are adequately tightened
free
• Make sure a
properly maintained. Be familiar with its proper use.
Extinguishers rated ABC by the
for all applications encountered in this environment.
BURNS -FIRE
WARNING:
flash
to
not operate with the air cleaner/silencer removed.
Fire
can
cause
injury
or
death!
fires.
Do not smoke or permit
occur near the carburetor, fuel line,
of
spilled fuel or
of
debris
of
fire.
Wipe up all spilled fuel and engine
flames
filter,
filters.
to
occur near
to
minimize the
BURNS -EXPLOSION
WARNING:
or
death!
fuel
handling and storing fuels. Store fuel in a well-
fill
DO
fuel
of
leaks.
Explosions
vapors
are highly explosive.
the fuel tank(s) while the engine
fuel
service
Take
Nar
allow any smoking, open
of
fire
near
the
Ensure proper ventilation exists when servicing
system.
fire
extinguisher
from
fuel
of
children.
valve
at the engine when servicing
care in catching
fuel
system or
is
installed nearby and
NFPA
vapors
can
Use
extreme
is
any
fuel that might
flames,
engine
when
are appropriate
running.
valve.
or
fuel
fuel
oil.
cause
care
or other
and
is
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCIDENTAL
A
WARNING:
or
death!
•
Thm
unit's
engine.
•
Make
starting.
•
Make
re-installed before starting the
BAfiERY
A
WARNING:
or
death!
•
Do
not smoke or
being serviced. Lead acid batteries
highly explosive
arcing
equipment in the
during
• Never connect the negative(-) battery cable
positive ( +) connection terminal of the starter
Do
not
together.
Ventilate
accumulation
disturb the battery charger connections
is
being charged.
•
Avoid
burns
wristwatch,
the
battery.
•
Always
the
battery connections.
and
STARTING
Accidental
OFF
the
DC
breaker
battery
selector
certain all personnel
certain
all
covers, guards, and hatches
on
switch
starting
to
are
can
the control panel or tum
OFF
before servicing
clear of
engine.
cause
the
EXPLOSION
Battery
or
by lit tobacco products. Shut
servicing.
test the battery condition by shorting
Sparks could ignite
any
compartment contammg battenes
of
contacting the terminals with tools, etc.,
or sparks that could cause
rings,
turn
the battery charger off before
reconnect it last
explosion
allow
an
gas,
which can be tgmted by
vicinity
explosive
and
to
any
Remove
when
can
open
flame
prevent electncal
batt~I?'
gases.
To
an
other jewelry before handling
the
servicing the
cause
near the battery
~mi~
hydrogen,
o~
gases
avoid
while
explosion.
negative
battery.
BAfiERYACID
A
WARNING:
severe
injury
•
When
servicing the battery
level,
wear rubber
protection. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which
destructive.
it off
at
into the
caps.
Sulfuric
or
death!
If
it
once with
eyes
inadvertently
gloves,
comes
water.
acid
In
batteries
or
checking the electrolyte
a rubber
in contact
Acid
when
apron,
with
your
may
splash
removing electrolyte
can
injury
the
the.
engine before
are
Injury
~
elec~cal
all
ele~trical
arcmg
to
the
solenoi~.
the
termmals
o~
fuel
vapors.
to
prevent
sparks,
do
not
the
battery
to
prevent
Remove
.disconnecting
lead
first
cause
and
eye
is
skin,
wash
on
the
skin
or
TOXIC
• Ensure that the exhaust system
• Be sure the unit and its surroundings
•
• For additional information, refer
•
•
•
EXHAUST
A
WARNING:
discharged from the engine. Check the exhaust system
regularly for leaks and
water-injected
Run blowers
Do
not run the generator set or engine
equipped with a functioning marine carbon
detector that complies with
boat builder or dealer for installation of
detectors.
(educational information
A
WARNING:
odorless
nausea
AVOID
A
or
•
gas.
or
death!
Do
not
use
Diesel
fumes
systems.
copper tubing resulting in exhaust/water
Do
not install exhaust outlet where exhaust
through portholes,
exhaust discharge outlet
enter
the
flow
of exhaust.
Although
exhaust
gas
symptoms
poisoning
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
fumes
is
present in diesel exhaust
MOVING
WARNING:
death!
Do
not service the engine
situation arises in which it
make
operating adjustments, use extreme care
touching moving parts and hot exhaust system
components.
GASES
carbon
monoxide
make
elbow
is
securely
when
nmning the generator set or
on
Carbon
Inhalation
copper tubing in diesel exhaust
can
Exhaust sulfur causes rapid deterioration of
exhaust
diesel engine exhaust
from gasoline
or
signs
are:
monoxide
produces
rapidly
destroy
vents,
or air conditioners.
is
discharge
Avoid
overloading the
of carbon monoxide inhalation
Inability
Throbbing in
Muscular twitching
Weakness
(CO)
is a deadly
is
adequate
sure
the
attached.
ABYC
A-24.
to
ABYC
Carbon
(CO)
nu-llke
copper
near the waterline,
outlet and
gases
engines,
fumes.
to
and
to
exhaust
are
well
unless
monoxide
Consult
approved
TH-22
Monoxide).
is
an
symptoms,
systems.
tubing
leakage.
can
close
or
craft.
are
not
carbon
Some
think coherently
temples
sleepiness
expel
manifold/
the boat
invisible
If
restrict
as
monoxide
of
PARTS
Rotating
parts
can
cause
while
it
is
running.
is
absolutely necessary
injury
gas!
gases
ventilated.
engine.
is
your
in
exhaust
be
drawn
the engine
water
could
the
toxic
as
the
or
If
a
to
to
avoid
Engines & Generators
ii
•
Do
not
wear
loose
equipment;
jackets,
could
•
Make
Keep
places
•
Do
the
•
Do
the
generator
death
HAZARDOUS
A
WARNING:
shirts,
be
caught
sure
protective
at
all
not
check
engine
not
allow
exhaust
can
tie
back
sleeves,
in
all
attaching
shields
times.
fluid
is
operating.
any
discharge
is
operating.
occur.
NOISE
High
loss!
•
Never
operate
an
•
Do
not
run
the
engine
flame
arrester
•
Do
not
open
(when
A
WARNING:
mentally
removed.
run
engines
installed).
Do
or
physically
SAFETY
clothing
moving
levels
swimming
engine
not
or jewelry when servicing
long
hair
and
avoid wearing loose
rings, necklaces or bracelets that
parts.
hardware
and
or
opening
Carbon Monoxide poisoning or
noise
without its muffler installed.
with
for
long
work
incapacitated
is
properly tightened.
guards in their respective
the
drive belt's tension while
or activity around or near
for the generator while
levels
can
cause
the
air intake (silencer) or
periods with their enclosures
on
machinery
by
fatigue!
when
hearing
you
INSTRUCTIONS
ABYC,
INSTAtLING
Read
for safety codes and standards. Follow their recommendations
ABYC (American Boat and
"Standards and Technical
Craft"
Order
the
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
"Fire Protection Standard for Motor Craft"
Order
USCG (United States Coast Guard)
"USCG 33CFR183" .
Order
are
NFPA
AND
ENGINES
the
following ABYC,
when
installing your engine.
from:
ABYC
613
Third Street, Suite
Annapolis,
www.abycinc.org
from:
NFPA
11
Tracy
Avon
Avon,
from:
U.S.
Washington,
MD
21403
Drive
Industrial Park
MA
02322
Government Printing Office
D.C. 20404
USCG
PUBLICATIONS
AND
GENERATORS
NFPA
and USCG publications
Yacht
Council)
~nforrnation
10
Reports for
FOR
Small
OPERATORS
Many
of
in
your
notes
to
carefully,
procedures.
GASOLINE
Preparations
begin
with a thorough
Yacht
Council's
a
combination
Sections
H-2
Ventilation
H-24
Gasoline
P-1
Installation
for
P-4
Marine
E-llAC
All
installations
Regulations
MANUAL
the
preceding
Operators
highlight
maintain
ENGINE
to
install
(ABYC)
of
of
the
ABYC
for
Fuel
of Exhaust Systems
Propulsion
Inboard
and
DC
Electrical Systems
must
(FCR).
Manual
critical
your
sources
Boats
and
safety
tips
and
warnings are repeated
along
with other cautions
information. Read your manual
equipment, and follow all safety
AND
GENERATOR
a gasoline engine or generator should
examination of the American Boat
standards. These standards are
including
standards
Systems
Auxiliary
Engines
comply
of particular interest
using
Gasoline
Engines
and
Transmissions
with
the
INSTALLATIONS
the
USCG and
on
Boats
Federal Code of
and
the
NFPA.
are:
and
from
Engines & Generators
iii
INSTALLATION
When installing WESTERBEKE engines and generators it is important that strict
attention be paid to the following information:
CODES
Strict federal regulations, ABYC guidelines, and safety codes must be complied with
when installing engines and generators in a marine environment.
AND
REGULATIONS
SIPHON-BREAK
For installations where the exhaust manifold/water injected exhaust elbow is close to
or
will be below the vessel's waterline, provisions must be made to install a siphon-
break in the raw water supply hose to the exhaust elbow. This hose must
minimum
the exhaust manifold injection porl
raw
If
you have any doubt about the position
to the vessel's waterline under the vessel's various operating conditions,
water
of
20" above the vessel's waterline.
is
damage
to
the engine and
possible
Failure
at or
below
flooding
of
the water-injected exhaust elbow relative
to
use
the load
of
a siphon-break
waterline
the
boat.
siphon-break.
NOTE:
A siphon-break
operation.
engine
EXHAUST
The
Exhaust Hose is recommended. The use
and turns without the
and turns. In this regard, a single length
system
under any sea conditions and at any angle
Failure
damage.
SYSTEM
exhaust system's hose MUST be certified for marine use. Corrugated Marine
MUST be designed to prevent the entry
requires
to
properly maintain a siphon-break
Consult
rieed
periodic inspection
the
siphon-break manufacturer for proper maintenance.
of
this type
of
additional fitting and clamps to accomplish these bends
of
corrugated exhaust hose can be used. The
of
and
cleaning
can
of
hose allows for extreme bends
of
water into the exhaust system
vessels heel.
to
result
be looped a
will
install a
ensure
proper
in
catastrophic
when
result
in
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DEALER
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to
and
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Marine
Installation
generators,
from
our
Manual
is
supplied
website
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each
gasoline
and
unit. A pdf
diesel,
is
available
CARBON
MONOXIDE
"CO"JLOW·CO
GENERATORS
IMPORTANT
DESCRIPTION
Carbon monoxide
is a colorless, tasteless, odorless, lighter than air poisonous
gas that can kill you without any warning.
one
of
the major safety risks associated with boating.
threat that must not be underestimated.
Westerbeke
reduce normal levels
Several standards for
parts per million
Regulator
EPA
ACGIH
EPA
NIOSH
OSHA
ACGIH
NIOSH
NIOSH
(IDLH)
1200
ppm
is
IMMEDIATELY
A city in California characterizes the effect
concentration this way:
Parts
per
25
100
200
Even though the generator normally produces very low levels
of
CO, an exhaust leak
extremely dangerous. For this reason it is extremely important to install a
it is always turned on and functioning properly.
tor sounds, do not turn it off, assuming
You can not taste, smell,
detector on, turn off all engines and generators, evacuate the
boat leaving ports and hatches open, and seek professional
help.
As soon as
to dilution in the open air. The closer a person is to the
exhaust outlet, the higher the concentration
"CO"
is a component
Low-CO generators are designed to dramatically
of
CO
in the engine exhaust.
CO
have been published, expressed in
"ppm" and hours
CO
ppm
9 8
25
35
35
50
125
200
1200
the
so-called
DANGEROUS
Million
CO
CO
leaves the exhaust outlet, the level is subject
IDLH
concentration·
TO
LIFE
Responses
Permissible exposure level, no
apparent
No poisoning for long period.
Allowable for several hours.
Should
this level for any period
time. A possible mild frontal
headache
of
untreated exhaust would
detector near the generator and to
or
otherwise detect CO. Leave the
of
engine exhaust.
CO
poisoning is
of
exposure:
Exposure
Hours
8
1
8
8
0.5
0.0
0.0
AND
HEALTH.
of
CO
toxic symptoms.
not
be
exposed above
in
two to three hours.
it
is a false signal.
of
CO.
It
of
be
be
If
this detec-
is a
sure
It
INFORMATION
In
a closed space, such as the engine compartment, the boat,
or
underneath a stem swim platform, concentrations will
potentially rise to the undiluted level emanating from the
exhaust system due to a lack
gas. Therefore, one should never rely
exhaust to provide a margin
Westerbeke
by precise control control
coupled with after treatment in a special catalyst.
emissions are not the same for every model because each
engine is different. Also, certain fuel system components are
commonized across several engine models being adequate
for some and extra-adequate for others, thus producing
different
The fuel system which accomplishes the required precise
air/fuel ratio control is comprised
components: purchased sub-assemblies, machined castings,
sensors, electronics and others. Because
of
CO
these components can and will cause variability
output.
CO
concentration also varies with load. Usually, but not
always, the worst case
load.
Low-CO generators achieve reduction
CO
levels for different models.
reduction, any variability in the functioning
INSPECTION
The catalyst is critical to optimizing
intrusion into the exhaust system will likely quickly
compromise the proper operation
Westerbeke's exhaust system installation instructions must be
adhered to.
NOTE:
Water
intrusion
ered under
product warranty nor
mandated by various regulating authorities
andCARB.
Maintenance
the flow
fuel filters and air filters
Inspection
critically important. The exhaust elbow is removed
loosening the metal clamp to provide a view
surface
flush, honeycomb appearance is most likely a result
intrusion. The cause
addressed.
be
replaced. Upon careful reassembly
elbow gasket, and exhaust elbow, check for the presence
CO
a
CO
warranty,
of
any components affecting the flow
of
fuel to the engine is critically important, such as
of
the catalyst at the prescribed intervals is
of
the catalyst. Any visual irregularity
of
If
there is irregularity, the catalyst and gasket must
while the engine is running. This must be performed with
analyzer.
of
fresh air to dilute the exhaust
on
dilution
of
safety.
of
the engine's air/fuel ration
of
many different
of
CO
concentration occurs at maximum
CO
levels. Any water
of
the catalyst.
is
not a product defect and
neither
Westerbeke ~ normal
the
emissions specific
(if
any).
the irregularity must be identified and
of
the catalyst, exhaust
of
of
CO
the extreme level
of
of
the CO
is
warranty
such
as
of
the output
of
the normal
the
CO
any
not
EPA
of
by
of
cov-
air
or
water
of
v
CARBON·•MONOXIDE.
..
iMPORTANT
"CO''/
LOW·CO
INFORMATION
GENERATORS
Catalyst
generator
will
hours of
Verlficadon·of
seasonally
Verification
appropriate
There
Dry,
hole
measurements.
practical
temperature
temperatures
The
contains
systems).
Probe-type
perfonnance
accumulates
increase.
but
in
other
loca~on
through
it
is
present.
opening
out
of
the
tubing
hill.
Observe
probe
ingested.
repaired
The catalyst must be replaced every
engine
or each
involves
CO
are
two
hot,
exhaust
the
exhaust
in
all
limits
involved
location
entrained
Only
and
it
analyzers
the
probe.
Be
pointed
the
flow.
leading
the
and
the
If
any
or
replaced
will
degrade
operating
operation.
satisfactory CO levels must be done
1,000
hours (which ever occurs first).
actual
analyzer.
locations
Measurements
instances
analyzers
is
Position
analyzer
can
elbow
of
the
or
is
the
cooling
critical
have
As a result,
sure
to
in
the
direction
to
the
usually
and
water
is
and
where
be
intended for back pressure
due
analyzer,
the
boat's exhaust outlet, which
water (except
with
that
aim
the
probe
translucent
ingested
recalibrated.
over
time.
A13
the
hours,
CO
concentrations
sampling of exhaust
·
exhaust
sampled at
at
to
possibility of high levels of
probes
the
an
air
they
the
analyzer
be sure no,water
gas
the
this
location
the
high exhaust
safety concerns over
dry
should be used at
probe not ingest
pump
drawing a
tend
to ingest water
probe downwards
of the water
as
high
running
continu~usly
tubing between
into
the
gas
can
be
sampled.
plugged
may
temperature,
stack exhaust
water.
gas
with
flow
as
possible
is
being
analyzer,
2,000
with
tapped
not
and
do_wn-
the
it
must
an
be
CO.
this
sample
when
the
just
with
be
Whenever
from
opportunity
looking
connection ofthe cylinder head to the exhaust
exhaust manifold
subsequent
Remember,
catalyst is
content.
Analyzers
instructions that come with the analyzer
·
regarding
The
Extech,
Zellwgwer
Teledyne
a probe connected to the analyzer
tubing.
WESTERBEKE
product
registeration
Corporation
register
customer
days
of
and
have
service
Customer
PROCEDURES
Wap-anty
documentation
card
or
go
your
product's warranty
warranty
registering.
your
product model
date
available.
ldentlfic~tion
package. There
you
can
fill
to
our website www.westerbeke.com
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WARNINGS.
An
operating procedure essential
CAUTION:
observed,
engine.
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schedules,
will
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pdf
download at www.westerbeke.com. This Service
Manual can also be purchased
Westerbeke Dealer.
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engi11e,
dealer.
for
your own reference.
in
generator or climate control system
in
hard copy
our
Manuals
recommends
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is
available
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your
for
is
as
A
WARNING:
followed,
can
result
Procedures,
In
personal
which
injury
If
not
or
loss
properly
of life.
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INTRODUCTION
PROTECTING
Care at the
have resulted in a WESTERBEKE generator capable of
many
hours
manufacturer cannot control
installed in the vessel or the manner
operated and serviced in the
buyer/owner-operator.
NOTE:
Six important steps
•
Proper
• An efficient
an
anti-siphon break
YOUR
factory
during assembly and thorough testing
of dependable
installation.
well-designed
INVESTMENT
service.
to
to
prevent
However,
how
or where the generator
in
which the unit
field.
This
is
up
ensure long generator life:
exhaust
system
water
from entering the
the
is
to
the
that includes
engine.
• Changing the engine oil and oil filters
Maintenance
•
Proper
components according
Schedule.
maintenance
of
aU
engine and generator
to
the Maintenance Schedule
as
outlined
in
this manual.
•
Use
clean,
filtered
unleadedfue~
maximum
10%
ethenol.
•
Winterize
RECOMMISSIONING
UNDERSTANDING
The gasoline engine driving
ways
are
vertical in-line, and
overhead camshaft which
solid-state distributor which
camshaft-driven. The engine incorporates a pressure type
lubrication system and a fresh water-cooled engine
which
generator's engine requires the same preventative maintenance that
most important
ventilation, maintenance of
cooling system
your engine according
section
THE
GASOLINE
an
similar to a gasoline automobile engine.
the
engine's cylinder head
is
belt driven.
is
is
thermostatically controlled.
is
required of a gasoline automobile
factors
to
the generator's longevity
the
and
the generator back-end.
to
the lAY-UP AND
in this manual.
ENGINE
AC
generator
The
horizontally mounted
To
a large
fuel
system, ignition
is
in
many
The
cylinders
has
an
engine utilizes a
and
block,
degree,
engine.
are
system,
is
the
in
the
The
proper
ORDERING
Whenever replacement/service parts
provide the generator model
and
generator serial number
black
provide
your generator
description and part number
separately furnished Parts Catalog). Also insist
WESTERBEKE genuine parts because will fit or
parts
original equipment.
SPARES
Certain spares
WESTERBEKE
dealer
Suggested Spares
For additional parts and accessories, contact
WESTERBEKE
INSTALLATION
Publication #043268 provides detailed information
installing generators.
CARBON
WESTERBEKE recommends mounting a carbon
detector in
even
The
presence of carbon monoxide could indicate
leak from the engine or generator or from the exhaust
elbow/exhaust hose or exhaust system.
If
carbon monoxide
air
and
AMPERAGE DRAIN
There
the unit's starting battery by the electronics on the unit when
the generator
the starting battery charge. Turn
breaker or the starting battery switch when the unit will not
be operated for a period
PARTS
number,
as
they appear
name
plate located on the generator
us
with this information
set.
In
are
frequently not made
AND
ACCESSORIES
will
be
generator.
will
assist
you
are
DEALER.
addition, include a complete
needed
in
preparing
shown in the last page of
so
for
each part needed
to
the same specifications
to
support and maintain your
Your
local WESTERBEKE
an
MANUAL
MONOXIDE
the
vessels living quarters. Carbon monoxide,
in
small amounts, is deadly.
correct the problem immediately!
is
a very small amount
is
not in use. To prevent this and draw down
DETECTOR
is
present, ventilate the area
of
amperage being drawn from
OFF
of
time.
are
needed,
engine serial
we
may
inventory of
either the panel DC
always
on
the
end.
You
properly identify
(see
upon
generic
this
your
an
with
number,
silver
and
must
part
the
as
spare
parts.
manual.
for
monoxide
exhaust
clean
of
4
FUEL,
ENGINE
OIL
AND
ENGINE
COOLANT
GASOLINE
A
CAUTION:
higher.
Gasoline
Ethanol
:"muse
Care
Of
The
Use only clean properly filtered fuel!
some components in the unit's fuel system are very critical;
dirt particles which might pass through the filter can damage
these finely finished parts.
and keep it clean.
unsatisfactory
facilities. To assure that the fuel going into the tank for your
engine's daily use is clean and pure, the following practice is
advisable:
Purchase a well-known brand
Install and regularly service a good, Coast Guard approved
metal bowl
and the engine.
ENGINE
Use a good brand
designations as listed in the SPECIFICATION Section
this manual.
Change the engine oil and filter after an initial
engine break-in operation. Then follow the oil and filter
change intervals as specified in the
SCHEDULE
Westerbeke Corporation does not approve
the use
break-in
change intervals must
SCHEDULE
if
NOTE:
statements
OIL
of
synthetic oils.
MUST
synthetic oils are used.
The
Use
with
unleaded
gasoline
higher
percentages
must
89
Octane
not
gasoline
exceed
of
Ethanol
E10
are
or
(10%}.
not
llltlreseiJJIJI/elsamlma,a
Fuel
Supply
It
is important to buy clean fuel,
The
best fuel can
by
careless handling
type filter/water separator between the fuel tank
of
engine oil with
in this manual.
If
synthetic oils are used, engine
be
performed using conventional oil. Oil
be
as listed in the
section in this manual and not to
information above supercedes all previous
regarding
synthetic oil
be
or
of
fuel.
an
MAINTENANCE
usage.
0
The
fit and tolerance
rendered
improper storage
API and
MAINTENANCE
SAE
50
or
disapprove
be
hours
extended
of
of
of
ENGINE
WESTERBEKE recommends a mixture
and
chemicals that can corrode internal engine surfaces.
The antifreeze performs double duty.
to run at proper tempemtures
the engine to the coolant. It also lubricates and protects the
cooling circuit from rust and corrosion. Look for a good
quality antifreeze that contains Supplemental Cooling
Additives (SCAs') that keep the antifreeze chemically
balanced, crucial to long term protection.
The distilled water and antifreeze should ben pre-mixed
before being poured into the cooling circuit.
NOTE:
antifreeze that
A proper 50/50 mixture as recommended will protect the
engine coolant to tempemtures
COOLANT
A coolant recovery tank kit is supplied with each genemtor.
The purpose
coolant expansion and contraction during engine opemtion,
without the loss
the cooling system.
COOLANT
of
50% antifreeze
50% distilled water. Distilled water is free from the
It
allows the engine
by
transferring heat away from
Use
the
new environmentally-friendly,
is
now available.
of
-40"F.
RECOVERY
of
this recovery tank is to allow for engine
of
TANK
coolant and without introducing air into
long
lasting,
NOTE:
This
located at or above
manifold.
Engines & Generators
5
tank,
with
the
its
level
short
run
of
plastic
of
the
engines exhaust
hose,
is
best
PREPARATIONS
PRESTARTINSPECTION
Before
longed
•
Check
the
•
Check
bowls
•
Check
and
NOTE:
generator
alternator and
•
Check
and
NOTE:
air bleed petcock
purge
bubbles,
After
coolant
engine's
Before
manifold should
tank
coolant
AIR
BlEED
PETCOCK
starting
layoff,
full
battery
at
your
generator
check
the
the
engine
oil
mark
on
the
the
fuel
supply
for
contaminants.
the
DC
electrical
cable
connections.
The
starting battery must be totally dedicated
and maintained by
no
other
the
coolant
the
manifold.
During
air from
flows
shutdown
from
cooling system
subsequent operation
may
need
loss
the
the
from
the
will
on
and
recovery
be
to
have
occur.
level
initial filling
engine
topped
for
following
level:
add
dipstick.
and
examine
system.
source.
in
both
the
manifold should be opened
block.
the
petcock - close
after
the
tank will be drawn into
to
replace
off,
coolant
the first time or after a
items:
oil
to
maintain
the
Inspect
the
generator's DC charging
the
plastic recovery
of
the cooling
Once
cooled,
engine has
the purged
of
the
generator;
and
the
added.
Do
MAX.
FULL
the
fuel
filter/separator
wire
connections
system,
free
the
petcock.
cooled,
coolant recovery
the
air.
the
not overfill
FOR
pro-
level
at
to
the
tank
the
to
of
air
the
engine's ·
as.
INITIAL
•
Visually
parts,
threaded connections. Search for
•
Check
the
• Inspect exhaust system connections.
•
Be
the
• Confirm that systems with a neutral line
properly grounded (or ungrounded)
and
load
open
voltage
•
Make
A
recommended
motors,
up
to
This
unanticipated
prevent a cold
START-UP
examine the unit. Look for loose or
disconnected wires, unattached
AC
wiring for correct connections
wiring diagrams.
sure
no
other generator or utility power
load lines.
that generator neutral
neutral.
neutral
CAUTION:
speed
precaution
In single phase
can supply
on
unbalanced loads.
certain
the
raw
When
that
be
switched
and,
in
will
all
cold
operation
engine
is
properly connected
systems
the
wrong line-to-neutral
water thru-hull
starting
AC
loads,
OFF
until
the
climates,
prevent
of
from
damage
the
stalling.
AC
any
gasoline
as
an
is
the
generator,
especially
engine
starts
caused
machinery
missing
hoses,
and
as
specified
is
are·
the
system
fucomplete
open.
large
has
to
warm_
check
leaks.
connected
requires,
to
the
or
it
is
come
up.
by
and
will
in
to
MANIFOLD
PRESSURE
CAP
THERMOSTAT
HOUSING
.
COOLANT
RECOVERY
TANK
...-t-~n:"'l'---
RAW
WATER
COOLANT
FILL
DRAIN
.
ROCKER
COVER
HEAT
FRESH
WATER
DRAIN
EXCHANGER
Engln~s_&
Genera~ors
6
.BLEEDING
THE
FUEL
SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
1.
Disconnect the fuel module from the engine wiring
harness.
2. Attach your fuel pressure gauge set
OTC 7211)
module. Direct the bleed hose from the pressure gauge
into a proper container.
3. Open the bleed valve
STOP switch and hold
pressure fuel
bleed hose and when no air bubbles are seen, close the
bleed valve and observe the fuel pressure. Typically about
3-5
psi
4. Remove the pressue gauge from the fuel
. connect it to the
5. Re-connect the fuel module to the engine harness.
or
equivalent to the Schrader valve
on
the pressure gauge, Depress the
it
depressed. This activates the low
puQ1p.
Observe the
Schrader valve
(Snap On #MT337B,
on
:(uel
flow through the
mod1:1le
on
the fuel rail.
and
the fuel
6. Open the bleed valve on the fuel pressure gauge. Depress
the
STOP switch and hold it depressed. This activates
both the low pressure and high pressure fuel pumps.
Observe the fuel flow through the bleed hose and when
air bubbles are seen, close the bleed valve and observe the
fuel pressure.
7. Remove the pressure gauge set and replace the caps on
the two
8.
Insure that all harness connections are secure, operate the
generator and check that there are no fuel leaks.
NOTE:
The
filters are serviced.
A
WARNING:
No
smoking
and
properly
The
pressure should be in the 40 psi range.
Schrader valves.
fuel
system will need to be bled any time the fuel
The
fuel
is
under
and
no
discard
open
of
cloths
«ames!
and
extreme
Clean
towels.·
pressure!
up
spilled
fuel
no
.
VALVE
·
"SNAP-ON·
EXCELLENT
FOR
BLEEDING
TOOL • PROVIDES
PRESSURE
PRESSURE
SCHRADER
GAUGE
TESTING
AND
TEST
AN
KIT
PORTS
.
..y----
-;.~FUEL
RAIL
,
___
I
----
J I
: i
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.-----.
FROM
PRESSURE
PUMP
I
I
HtGH
MODULE
t
I
i.
i
)
........
--
COOLANT
DRAIN
-/Ni'JON.TING
Engines & Generators
6a
FUEL
TO
START:
Simply
press
(the
switch
will
START
indicate
NOTE:
before
TO
Press
The
shutdown.
electronically. A GREEN
the
engine
There
the
start switch
STOP
the
rocker switch to the
GREEN LED will
CONTROL
(DC
CIRCUIT
the rocker switch
revert
is
afew second delay while the ECU self-tests
BREAKER
to
its center posttion) the engme will
is
running.
responds.
go
out indicating the engine has
ON)
to
the
LED
STOP
position and release.
PANEL • START/STOP
~~
position
on the switch will
~d
re!ease
PROCEDURE
DC
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
GREEN
THIS
WHEN
RUNNING
BREAKER
LED
LED
ILLUMINATES
THE
ENGINE
(DC
ON).
FAINTLY
IS
NOT
CIRCUIT
CONTROL
GENERATOR
The start/stop rocker switch
on the generator control panel used
generator.
The start/stop rocker switch
momentary contacts in the (START) and
a stationary contact in the center (NORMAL). This
position allows the generator
enables the remote start/stop panel(s) to control
functions of
The (START) position starts the generator and once released
reverts
to
engine in normal operation
situation. This position
necessary.
when
CONTROL
the
generator.
the
center position. The (STOP) position stops
PANEL
is
the only functional component
to
is
a three position switch with
to
run
once started
as
well
as
is
also used
to
PANEL • OPERATING
DC
CIRCUIT
TLIRN
PERFORMING
.
MAINTENANCE
PREVENT
STARTING
start
and
stop the
(STOP) position
and
the
in an emergency
prime the
fuel
BREAKER
OFF
WHEN
ACCIDENTAL
also
start/stop
the
system
TO
and
INSTRUCTIONS
Failure
The start cycle will automatically terminate after
of
ECU initiates a SPEED fault and prevents further crank
attempts. Investigate the cause
reset the ECU.
The.
combinations that indicate to the operator
engines automatic shut-down. The LED displays
ENGINE, OIL PRESSURE, ENGINE 1EMPERATURE,
EXTERNAL ALARM,
SPEED (flashes).
Should the generator shut down from one of these
LED will remain illuminated.
on
NOTE:
emissions control
to
The
the circuit
be closed when the circuit
The
Amperage or Short Circuit.
The
relays (closed circuit) ftom high amperage or short circuit.
BLEEDING
NOTE: Bleeding
the
previous page.
to
Start
cranking.
A
exhaust
the
your
the control box must be turned
troubleshoot
Three
crank cycles can be attempted before
of
this
no-start, correct it
CAUTION:
nlling
engine.
Prolonged
with
This
could
water
cause
cranking
and
the
catastrophic
can
water
result
backing
generator/engine.
LED fault shut-down display has six LED light
the
EXHAUST 1EMPERATURE
To
reset the LED,
OFF
and
The
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT indicates a possible
problem.
and
Ext.
Alarm indicates a faulty
to
deteimine the fault (the
8
Amp
Fuse
protects the Control Panel
15
Amp
DC
Circuit
THE
FUEL
of
initial commissioning
Immediate action should
correct this
problem.
is
running).
Breaker
fire
protects
SYSTEM
air from
of
the
the
fuel system
generator.
suppression circuit.
fire
suppression circuit
the
Refer
6-8
in
damage
cause of
are:
faults,
the
then
back
from
High
Kl,
is
required
to
seconds
the
into
the
CHECK
DC
be
K2,
the
the
cycle
and
to
and
the
breaker
ON.
taken
By-pass
K3
at
fault
must
Engines & Generators
7
REMOTE
STOP/START
DESCRIPTION
1\vo remote start/stop panels are available that allow for the
engine/generator to
boat.
The remote panels connect to the main panel using a 15'
30' wiring haness (or a combined length
installed, the engine/generator can be started and stopped
from either the remote
REMOTE
The components on the panel are:
1.
2. A green LED run indicator light
3. A four position LED fault shutdown display.
The start/stop rocker switch functions the same as the
start/stop rocker switch on the generator's control panel
as previously explained.
The green LED run indicator light
illuminate when the start circuit is energized.
as the engine cranks and will brighten as the engine starts,
indicating the generator is running.
The LED fault shutdown display has
combinations that indicate to the operator the cause
engine's automatic shutdown. The
Engine,
Exhaust Temperature, and Speed
Underspeed-LEDs) flashing.
Should the generator shutdown from one
fault LED will remain illuminated. To reset the LED, the
panel DC breaker must
START/STOP
A three position start/stop rocker switch.
Oil Pressure, Engine Temperature, External Alarm,
be
contolled from any location on the
of
45'). Once
or
the main panel.
PANEL
be
cycled OFF then ON.
(with
LED
Fault
on
the rocker switch.
on
the rocker switch will
It
will go dim
six separate LED
LED
displays are: Check
(Overspeed -LEDs and
of
these faults, the
or
Display)
of
the
PART
PART
PANELS
NO
1+------4"
N0.055345
(101.6mm) -..
4"
(101.6
mm)
-------'l~IOol-
:ug
(81.03mm)
NOTE:
For connecting these
Wiring
Diagram section
in
remote
this
manual.
panels,
refer
to
the
Engines & Generators
8
BREAK-IN
PROCEDURE/THE
DAILY
OPERATION
BREAK·IN
After the generator has been started, check for proper
operation and then allow the generator to warm up a few
minutes before applying a load
20% and 60%
A
generator
After the first 10 hours
be
can
periodically vary the load.
Avoid overload at all times.
reduced output voltage and/or frequency.
illuminate a warning
Monitor the current being drawn from the generator and keep
it within the generators rating.
NOTE:
drawn
drawn
GENERATOR
A
periods
PROCEDURE
..
Run the generator between
of
full-load for the first 10 hours.
CAUTION:
increased to the full-load rated output, then
Be
aware
required
can
CAUTION:
of
Do
not
by
running
LED
of
motor starting loads and
for starting
be 3 to
5 times normal
INFORMATION
Do
not
time
without a load
attempt
to
break-in
your
without a load.
of
the generators operation, the load
An
overload is signaled
MCG
when the generator is overloaded.
the
motors.
operate
The starting amperage
running
in
this
the
being
amperage.
manual.
generator
placed
by
models will
high
current
See
for
long
on
the
generator.
CHECK
Follow this check list each day before starting your generator.
• Record the hourmeter reading in your log (engine hours
• Visually inspect the generator 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 drive belts for proper tension.
• Check for abnormal noise such as knocking, vibration and
• Inspect the exhaust system.
NOTE:
This
temperature
LIST
relate to the maintenance schedule).
blow-back sounds.
Some
unstable running may occur
condition should lessen as normal operating
is
reached and loads
are
in
applied.
a cold
engine.
Engines & Generators
g
SAFETY
SHUTDOWN
SWITCHES
SENSORS
DESCRIPTION
The engine/generator is protected by switches and sensors
that send signals to the,ECU that it interprets as a fault and
automatically shuts dowri the generator's engine. When
of
an automatic shutdown occurs, one
LED lights will illuminate indicating what fault caused the
engine
to
shutdown. This
correct the fault, refer to ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING in
this manual.
before correcting
SPEED
A speed sensor is mounted
engine and positioned to monitor crankshaft rotation.
a voltage signal to the
speed.
underspeed, the ECU will shut the generator down.
speed LED'S are illuminated, it indicates overs peed.
LED'S are flashing, it indicates underspeed.
OIL
An oil pressure switch is located
filter mounting bracket. This is a normally open contact
switch.
voltage to the circuit is terminated when the unit shuts down.
Do
not
SENSOR
If
a speed threshold is reached, either overspeed
PRESSURE
It
functions with the time relay circuit to ensure
LED
attempt
the
to
fault.
(CRANKSHAFT)
on
ECU
that is interpreted.as engine
SWITCH
the control panel fault
will stay illuminated. To ·
re-start
a bracket at the front
the
on
the right side
generator
of
If
If
of
the oil
the
It
sends
or
both
both
DC
AND
SENDERS
EXHAUST
A temperature switch is mounted
monitor the temperature
Should the switch sense an excessive exhaust temperature,
the
temperature
COOLANT
This sensor is located
to monitor the engines coolant temperature. The sensor is
sending
coolant temperature. Should the temperature reach an overheat threshold, the
illuminate the engine temperature fault LED light on the control panel.
TEMPERATURE
ECU
will shut the generator down and the exhaust
LED
will illuminate
EXHAUST
TEMPERATURE'
SWITCH
TEMPERATURE
on
DC
voltage to the
ECU
SWITCH
on
the exhaust elbow to
of
the exhaust coolant and gases.
on
the control panel.
SENSOR
the underside
ECU
will shut the engine down and will
of
that interprets this
EXHAUST
the intake manifold
as
engine
OIL
GALLERY
OIL
PRESSURE
An oil pressure sender (to the left
voltage to the ECU that it interprets as oil pressure. Should
this voltage fall below a certain level, the
generator down and illuminate the low oil pressure LED.
Should this occur, refer to
in
this manual.
SENDER
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
of
the oil filter) sends
ECU
will shut the
DC
~)
DC
CIRCUIT
The engines electrical system is protected
15
by a
An electrical overload in the wiring harness
or
tlie instrument panel will trip the breaker
and shut down the engine/generator. Should
this occur, inspect and repair the problem.
Then reset the breaker and re-start the engine.
FUSE
PROTECTION
Four DC circuit protectors are found in the engines electrical
circuit. A
control panel. A
30 amp spade fuse
circuit.
BREAKER
amp manual reset circuit breaker.
15
amp
DC
breaker and an 8 amp buss fuse
30 amp buss fuse in the control panel and a
by
the starter motor for the battery charge
on
the
Engines
10
& Generators
A
WARNING:
and
gloves,
control
panel,
and
or
Never
use
the
tum
off
attempt
correct
the
battery
to
perform
tools
MAINTENANCE
any
service
while
the
engine
for
each
job.
When
switch.
servicing/replacing
SCHEDULE
Is
running.
Wear
DC
components,
the
proper
tum
safety
off
the
equipment
DC
circuit
such
as
breaker
goggles
on
the
SCHEDULED
I
DAILY
Coolant
Engine
Fuel/Water
Fuel
*Visual
I
INITIAL
*Spark
Engine
*Exhaust
*Air
*Valve
*Inlet
*Fuel
MAINTENANCE
CHECK
Level
Oil
Level
Separator
Supply
Inspection
50
HOURS
Plugs
Oil
and
System
Screen/Flame
Adjustment
Fuel
Filter
Filter
and
BEFORE
START-UP
(owner
of
Engine
OF
Filter
Arrestor
"0"
Rings
installed)
OPERATION
EXPLANATION
Check
Oil
level
Check
hours
Fresh
engine
Check
securing
and
electrical
Clean/re-gap.
Initial
Initial
Check
Check
Remove,
necessary,
Check
Initial
Initial
OF
at
recovery
should
indicate
for
water
and
or
once a year.
unleaded
gasoline
performance.
for
fuel,
oil
and
v-clamp
is
connections.
engine
oil
and
check
at
50
that
the
exhaust
the
integrity/mounting
clean
and
then
once a year.
adjustment
change,
then
change,
then
SCHEDULED
tank,
if
empty,
check
between
MAX
dirt
in
fuel.
Drain
with
an
ethanol
and
Insure
Look
change
then
hoses
250
250
octane
exhaust
there
for
every
are
security
screen
Check
hours
hours
10%
water
tight.
filter
hours,
re-install
of
valves.
every
every
MAINTENANCE
at
manifold.
Add
and
LOW
on
dipstick.
filter
if
necessary.
rating
of
89
Check
no
exhaust
then
or
once a year.
attached
water
injected
Inspect
rubber
500
hours.
or
change
and
maximum.
leaks.
are
loose
bolts/hardware
at
50
hours,
250
hours
properly
of
the
pack.
again
at
or
once a year.
or
once a year.
coolant
Replace
higher.
that
the
leaks
and
that
exhaust
sealing
if
Do
not
filter
Lower
water
around
possible
both
every
Carefully
the
securing
ring
needed.
overfill!
every
octane
injected
the
elbow.
corrosion.
100
inspect
clamps
elbow.
and
250
operating
will
affect
exhaust
Inspect
hours.
for
replace
leaks.
are
if
elbow
wiring
·tight.
I
EVERY
50
OPERATING
*Drive
Belts
(Fresh
Water/Raw
Starting
Batteries
Electric
Fuel
Pump
Zinc
Anode
EVERY
100
OPERATING
Engine
Oil
and
Filter
*Air
Screen/Flame
*WESTERBEKE
AMPERAGE
HOURS
Water
Pumps)
HOURS
Arrestor
recommends
this
DRAIN
OR
OR
service
There is a very small amount
the unit's starting battery
the generator is not in use.
by
the electronics
To
the starting battery charge. Turn
breaker
be
or
the starting battery switch when the unit will not
operated for a period
of
time.
MONTHLY
Inspect
for
slipping,
Check
off
corrosion
Inspect
Inspect
our
YEARLY
Change
Remove,
necessary.
be
performed
of
amperage being drawn from
by a knowledgeable
on
the unit when
prevent this and draw down
OFF
either the panel
DC
for
proper
cracking
electrolyte
if
for
leaks,
and
clean
own
ins
engine
clean
of
tension
and
levels
Make
needed.
Apply
ensure
zinc
anode.
action
schedule.
oil
and
filter.
and
re-install
mechanic.
(3/8"
wear.
fuel
screen
sure
and
to
112'
deflection)
Adjust
tension
cables
petroleum
electrical
Replace
if
pack.
and
or
replace
and
connections
jelly
to
terminals
connections
necessary.
Inspect
rubber
adjust
Note
as
needed.
are
for
are
clean
the
condition,
sealing
if
needed.
Replace
in
good
corrosion
and
tight.
ring
and
Check
belt
cover.
order.
Clean
protection.
then
determine
replace
if
Engines & Generators
11
NOTE:
Use
the
engine hourmeter
MAINTENANCE
to
log
your
engine
SCHEDULE
hours
or
record
your engine hours
running
time.
SCHEDULED
I
EVERY
*Exhaust
*Fuel
*Inlet
*Generator
*Hoses
Vibration
*Heat
I
EVERY
*Raw
*Exhaust
I
EVERY
MAINTENANCE
250
OPERATING
Elbow/Exhaust
Filter
and
Fuel
Filter
Isolators/Engine
Exchanger
500
OPERATING
Water
Pump
System
500
OPERATING
0-Rings
Catalyst
HOURS
System
Mounts
HOURS
HOURS
OR
YEARLY
OR
YEARLY
OR
EVERY
TWO
YEARS
EXPLANATION
Check
of
the
exhaust
chafing.
NOTE:
Remove
Remove
Check
See
GENERATOR
Engine
delaminated.
Check
Open
heat
Replace
Remove
plates.
Inspect
the
structual
No
exhaust
An
exhaust
and
replace
and
replace
that
AC
hoses
should
Check
vibration
exchanger
gasket
the
pump
Replace
for
proper
OF
system
connections
INFORMATION.
isolators,
and
the
SCHEDULED
integrity
of
the
attached
to
leaks.
Hoses
leak
will
cause
fuel
filter
and
inlet
fuel
filter.
are
clean
be
firm
and
and
tighten
all
brackets
end
cap(s)
if
and
and
and
needed.
inspect
gasket.
Replace
0-rings
cover
impeller
operation.
MAINTENANCE
water
injected
exhaust
the
elbow.
All
hose
and
muffler
are
in
exposure
to
carbon
all
sealing
0-rings.
and
secure.
Ensure
tight.
Replace
if
clamps
as
out
debris.
pump
assembly
Lubricate
2000
operating
hoses
needed.
hardware.
the
hose
and
mounting
clean
the
at
elbow
connections
good
serviceable
monoxide!
wires
become
Replace
for
wear,
impeller
hours.
casting.
should
condition.
have
no
chafing.
spongy,
as
needed.
especially
when
re-assembling.
Check
be
secure.
brittle
cam
the
or
and
integrity
No
wear
*Ignition
System
*Coolant
System
*Valve
Clearances
*Starter
Motor
EVERY
1000
OPERATING
*Engine
Timing
Belt
*Heat
Exchanger
*Oiverter
I
*Oxygen
*Catalyst
*WESTERBEKE
Valve
EVERY
2000
Sensor
A
WARNING:
such
as
goggles
the
DC
circuit
OPERATING
recommends
Never
and
gloves,
breaker
HOURS
HOURS
attempt
on
the
this
service
OR OR
to
and
use
control
EVERY
perform
the
correct
panel.
be
performed
Inspect
Drain,
thermostat
Adjust
Check
motor
FIVE
YEARS
Remove
recommended
to
the
Remove
Remove
Remove
Remove
any
service
tools
while
for
by a knowledgeable
for
deterioration.
flush
and
and
valves.
(Incorrect
solenoid
pinion
drive
and
replace
engine.
the
heat
and
replace.
and
replace
and
replace
the
each
Test
re-fill
the
cooling
coolant
pressure
valve
and
motor
the
timing
interval
could
exchanger
exhaust
exhaust
engine
job.
When
mechanic.
resistance.
system
with
appropriate
cap.
clearance
for
corrosion.
result
for
oxygen
catalyst.
is
running.
will
Remove
belt.
NOTE:
in
timing
professional
sensor.
Wear
result
Failure
belt
failure
cleaning
the
servicing/rep/acing
in
and
to
poor
and
proper
lubricate.
replace
resulting
DC
antifreeze
engine
pressure
mix.
performance.)
Clean
and
the
timing
in
major
testing.
safety
equipment
belt
components,
Replace
lubricate
at
the
damage
tum
the
the
ott
starter
The 6.5/5.0
pdf
a
Manual can also be purchased
Westerbeke
MCG
Service
Manual
(#055743) is available as
download at www.westerbeke.com. This Service
in hard copy from your
Dealer.
FUEL
SYSTEM
Incoming fuel (from the owner installed
Separator/Filter)
Fuel
Module
as it circulates through the
the
Electric
and to the
Rail
and is delivered (under pressure) to the
COMPONENTS
is pumped
by the
Electric
Fuel
Pump
to the
Secondary
Fuel
thru
the Inlet
Fuel
Pump.
Fuel
Module
High
Pressure
Filter.
The fuel passes to the
FUEL
Gasoline
Fuel
The fuel is cooled
and then is pumped by
Water
Filter into the
Pump
Module
Fuel
Injectors.
Fuel
SYSTEM
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FUEL
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RAIL
SCHRADE~
VALVE
INCOMING
GASOLINE/WATER
A primary fuel filter
installed between the fuel
water and other contaminants froni the fuel before they can
be carried to the fuel system
Most installers include a type
the genemtor installation package as they are aware
problems that contaminants in the fuel can cause.
These gasoline filters must have metal bowls (not seethrough) to meet
bowls have drain valves to use when checking the water and
contaminants.
FUEL
PUMP
Periodically check the fuel connections
pump and
fittings are tight and secure.
is maintenance free.
make sure that no leakage is present and that the
SEPARATOR
of
the water separating type must be
tank
on
U.S. Coast Guard requirements. The metal
OWNER
INSTALLED
FUEL
WATER
SEPARATOR
PN.049602
AND
FILTER
and the engine to remove
the engine.
of
filter/water separator with
of
to
and out
The
engine mounted fuel pump
of
·
the
the
FUEL
FUEL
FILTER
FUEL
IOILTER
ENGINE
Periodically check the fuel connections and the bowl for
leakage. Replace the filter element after the first
then follow the
Changing
1.
2. Bleed the fuel system to reduce the fuel pressure to zero.
3.
4. Replace the
5. Open the fuel supply to the· generator and start the unit.
6. Bleed the fuel system again to remove trapped air from
BLEEDING
The
commissioning
serviced and once a season to ensure any air that may have
accumulated
are found in the model's SERVICE MANUAL.
FUEL
FILTER
50 hours
MAINTENANCE
the
Engine
Shut the fuel supply
Refer to
Unscrew the fuel bowl from the housing and pull the
filter element down and off.
that
element and thread
Ensure that there are
the system. Refer to
BLEEDING THE FUEL
may
be
present.
two
THE
engine's fuel system should
of
in
the system is removed. Bleeding instructions
to
sealing
on
no
BLEEDING
FUEL
SYSTEM
the unit, each time the fuel system is
SCHEDULE.
Mounted
the genemtor off.
"0"
the fuel bowl then tighten by hand
leaks.
Filter
Element
SYSTEM.
Use
care to catch any fuel
rings. Install the new filter
THE
FUEL
SYSTEM.
be
bled
of
air at the initial
13
COOLING
SYSTEM
FRESH
An
driven circulating pump, absorbing heat from the engine. The
coolant then passes through the thermostat, into the heat
exchanger, then into the jacketed exhaust manifold into the
suction side
engine.
When the engine is started cold, external coolant flow is
prevented by the closed thermostat (although some coolant
flow
manifold from overheating). As the engine warms up, the
thermostat gradually opens, allowing full flow
coolant to flow unrestricted to the external portion.of the
cooling system.
CHANGING
The engine's coolant must
MAINTENANCE
become contaminated, it can lead to overheating problems.
Drain the 'engine coolant by removing the block drain adjacent to the oil filter, remove the in-board drain plug on
heat exchanger and remove the pressure cap from the water
jacketed exhaust manifold.
WATER
antifreeze mixture is pumped through the engine by a belt
is
bypassed around the thermostat to prevent the exhaust
A
CAUTION:
critical; a substantial
traced
back
COOLING
of
the circulating pump and then through the
Proper
to
cooling
CIRCUIT
cooling
number
of
system
system
maintenance
engine
failurl!s
corrosion.
of
the engine's
can
is
be
COOLANT
be
changed according to the
SCHEDULE.
If
the coolant is allowed to
the
Refilling
After re-installing the coolant drain plugs, open the air bleed
petcock on the water jacketed exhaust manifold and slowly
pour new pre-mixed coolant into the open filler neck until
coolant is visable in the filler neck.
Start the engine and monitor coolant in the filler neck and
add as needed. Check the
flows from the petcock, close it.
Allow the engine to run and monitor coolant in the filler neck
and add as needed. When the coolant level is stable, fill to
the brim and install the pressure cap.
Remove the cap on the coolant recovery tank and fill with
coolant mix to halfway between
the cap. Run the engine and observe the coolant expansion
flow into the recovery tank.
After checking for leaks, stop the engine and allow it to cool.
Coolant should draw back into the cooling system as the
engine cools down. Add coolant to the recovery tank
needed and make certain the coolant is topped off at the
pressure cap. Clean up any spilled coolant.
MAKE
CERTAIN
PASSAGES
ARE
the
THESE
KEPT
CLEAR
Coolant
air bleed petcock and when coolant
LOW
and
MAX
and replace
if
A
CAUTION:
down
before
the
surface
can
be
at
COOLANT
DRAIN
The
attempting
of
the
engine
1911'
F.
engine
must
these
hot
LOCATED
THE
INTAKE
be
allowed
procedures.
but
coolant
JUST
BELOW
MANIFOLD
to
cool
·
Not
only
is
temperatures
COOLANT
DRAIN
NOTE:
Periodically check
Ensure
condition and check that
tightly.
PLUG
that
Carry
1he
upper and lower rubber seals
a spare
cap.
the
the
vacuum
COOLANT
condition
valve
RETRACTION
of
the
pressure
are
in
opens
and
·
cap.
good
closes
14
COOLING
HEAT
EXCHANGER
Cool raw water flows through the inner tubes
exchanger.
the heat
which
discharged. The engine coolant (now cooled) flows back
through the engine and the cycle repeats itself.
The engine coolant and raw water are independent
other; this keeps the engine's water passages clean from the
hannful deposits found in raw water.
As
the engine coolant passes around these tubes,
of
the internal engine is conducted to the raw water
is
then pumped into the exhaust system and
~TO
SIPHON
AND
of
the heat
of
BREAK
EXHAUST
CLEAN
each
UTDEBRIS
° · checked, cleaned,
SYSTEM
If
the zinc pencil needs replacement, hold the hex boss into
whjch the zinc pencil is threaded with a wrench while
loosening the anode with another wrench. This prevents the
off
hex boss from possibly tearing
removing the zinc, note the condition
poor condition, there are probably zinc flakes within the
exchanger. Remove the end
of
the inside
exchanger end gasket in case the present one becomes
damaged when removing the end cover. Replace the gasket
(refer to your engine model's heat exchanger end gasket part
number), o-ring, cover, and install a new zinc anode.
NOTE:
not require sealant.
insulate the zinc from the metal
housing preventing electrolysis action on the zinc.
all zinc debris. Always have a spare heat
The threads
of
the zinc anodes are pipe threads and do
Sealant should not be used as it may
THERMOSTAT
The thermostate controls the coolant temperature as the
coolant continuously flows through the closed cooling circuit.
When the engine is first started, the closed thermostat
prevents coolant from flowing (some coolant
around the thermostat to prevent the exhaust manifold from
overheating). As the engine warms up, the thermostat
gradually opens. The thermostat
and gasket.
If
you suspect a faulty thermostat, place it in a pan
and bring to a boil: A working thermostate should open about
or
replaced easily. Carry a spare thermostat
the exchanger shell. After
of
it.
If
the zinc
of
the heat exchanger and clean
of
the heat exchanger
is
by-passed
is
accessible and can be
of
is
water
in
1/2".
END
GASKET
Heat
Exchanger
Remove, clean and pressure test the engine's heat exchanger
according to the interval listed in the Maintenence Schedule.
(A
local automotive radiator shop should be able to clean and
test the heat exchanger.)
NOTE:
Operating
that a heat exchanger cleaning be
ZINC
ANODE
A zinc anode (or pencil) is located in the raw water cooling
circuit within the heat exchanger. The purpose
is
anode
in
of
condition
the anode cleaned or replaced as required. Spare anodes
.should be
ZINC
to sacrifice itself to electrolysis action taking place
the raw water cooling circuit, thereby reducing the effects
electrolysis on other components
of
c;arried
ANODES
Service
in
silty and/or tropical waters may require
peifonned
of
the zinc anode should be checked monthly and
on board.
.
.
I
.
l.
more often.
of
the zinc
the system. The
· .
1
GASKET
TO
COOLANT
RECOVERY
l'f'
TANK
NEW
REPLACE
Engines & Generators
15
COOLING
RAW
WATER
NOTE:
Always install the strainer at
the strainer will always be self-priming.
A clean raw water intake strainer is a vital component
engine's cooling system. Include a visual inspection
strainer when making your periodic engine check. The water
in the glass should be clear.
Perform the following maintenance after every 100 hours
operation:
1.
Close
2. Remove and clean the strainer filter.
3. Clean the glass.
4.
Replace the washer
5. Reassemble and install the strainer.
Open
6.
7. Run the engine and check for leaks.
NOTE:
Also follow the above procedure after having run hard
aground.
the
the
raw
seacock.
INTAKE
STRAINER
water
if
seacock.
necessary.
or
below the waterline so
of
of
this
the
of
SYSTEM
If
the engine temperature warning light
cause may
up in the strainer, slowing the flow
cooling system.
NOTE:
type with a clear opening. No perforated
opening. Let all the filtering be accomplished on the inside
the hull where there is easy access to
be
that silt, leaves
TYPICAL
RAW
(OWNER
INCOMING
RAW
WATER
SEACOCK
The external thru-hull opening should be
+
or
WATER
INTAKE
INSTALLED)
LED
illuminates, the
grass may have been caught
of
raw water through the
STRAINER
INSPECT
GLEAN
AND
EVERY
100HOURS
or
slot type external
t~e
st~ainer.
of
the flush
of
RAW
WATER
The raw water pump is a self-priming, rotary pump with a
non-ferrous housing and a Neoprene impeller. The impeller
has flexible blades which wipe against a curved
within the impeller housing, producing the pumping action.
Never allow
a spare impeller and impeller cover gasket aboard (an
impeller kit). Raw water pump impeller failures occur when
raw water is not present during engine operation.
failures are not warrantable, and operators are cautioned
make sure raw water flow is present
water pump should
tom impeller blades.
NOTE:
Should a failure occur with the pumps internal parts
(seals
and
purchase a new pump and rebuild the original pump as
a spare.
NOTE:
Never allow
of
dry running may destroy the impeller.
INSPECTION:
.
EACH
BLADE
REPLACE
ARE
ANY
CRACKS.
WHEN
INSTALLING:
THE
IMPELLER
KEY.
FOLD
EITHER
DIRECTION
THE
CORRECT
IMPELLER
PUMP
the
pump
to
run
dry. There should always be
at
start-up.
be
inspected periodically for broken or
See MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
bearings), it may be more cost efficient to
the.
IMPELLER
CHECK
BY
BENDING
THE
IMPELLER
KEYWAY
THE
IMPELLER
POSITION
STARTS
pump to run
AT
THE
VIGOROUSLY.
IF
TAKE
CARE
WITH
BLADES
(THEY
WILL
WHEN
TO
ROTATE).
BASE
THERE
TO
THE
TURN
THE
Of
ALIGN
SHAFT
IN
IN
dry.
Even a short period
cam
Such
The
RAW
WATER
PUMP
PN
042026
plate
raw
to
Changing
Close
and, using an
carefully pry the impeller out
impeller and
curved cam plate and push the impeller into the pumps housing. When assembling, apply a thin coating
the impeller and gasket.
NOTE:
(seals
purchase a new
a spare.
NOTE:
must
They often can be found in the heat exchanger.
the
Raw
Water
the
raw
water
intake
ilppeller puller, screw drivers, or pliers,
gasket..
Should a failure occur with the pumps inte
and
If
any
be
found to prevent blockage in the cooling circuit.
Move
bearings), it
pump
of
the vanes have broken
Pump
Impeller
valve. Remove the pump cover
of
the pump. Install the new
the blades to conform to the
of
lubricant to
Open
the
raw
water
intake
may
be more cost efficient to
and
rebuild the original pump as
off
the impeller they
valve.
mal
parts
WHEN
ASSEMBliNG:
GLYCERIN
COVER
TO
()-RING,
THE
AND
INSIDE
APPLY A THIN
OF
THE
COVER,
THE
IMPELLER
COAT
OF
THE
~
WESTERBEKE
Engines & Generators
·16
ENGINE
LUBRICATING
OIL
ENGINE
Use a good brand
designations as listed in the SPECIFICATION Section
this manual.
Change the engine oil and filter after an initial
engine break-in operation. Then follow the oil and filter
change interval as specified in the
SCHEDULE
Westerbeke Corporation does not approve
use
in must be performed using conventional oil.
intervals must be as listed in the
SCHEDULE
synthetic oils are used.
NOTE:
statements regarding synthetic oil.
CHANGING
The engine oil should be warm. Remove the oil drain hose
from its attachment bracket and lower it into a container and
allow the oil to drain,
hose and pump the old oil out. Make sure the oil drain hose
is properly secured in its holder after all
been drained.
Always observe the old oil as it is removed. A yellow/gray
emulsion indicates the presence
this condition is rare, it does require prompt attention to
prevent serious damage. Call a competent mechanic
is present in the oil. Raw water present in the oil can
be the result
engine and/or a siphoning through the raw water cooling
circuit into the exhaust, filling into the engine.
OIL
of
engine oil with an API and SAE
MAINTENANCE
in this manual.
or
disapprove the
of
synthetic oils.
The information above supersedes all previous
of
If
synthetic oils are used, engine break-
Oil change
MAINTENANCE
section
of
this manual and not be extended
THE
ENGINE
a fault in the exhaust system attached to the
OIL
or
attach a pump to the end
of
of
water in the oil. Although
the old oil has
50 hours
of
the drain
if
of
of
if
water
APPLY A THIN
FILTER
FILTER
OIL
PRESSURE
SENDER
When removing the used oil filter, you may find it helpful to
punch a hole in the upper and lower portion
to drain the oil into a container before removing it. This helps
to lessen spillage. An automotive filter wrench should be
helpful in removing the old oil filter. Place some paper towels
and a plastic bag around the filter when unscrewing it to catch
any oil that's in the filter. Inspect the old oil filter as it
removed to make sure that the rubber sealing gasket comes
off with the old oil filter.
sealed against the oil filter adapter, gently remove it. When
installing the new oil filter element, wipe the filter gasket's
sealing surface on the oil filter adapter free
thin coat
the oil filter.
and tighten the filter firmly
NOTE:
are not recommended.
of
clean engine oil to the rubber sealing gasket on
Screw the filter onto the threaded oil filter stub,
Use genuine WESTERBEKE oil filters. Generic filters
If
COAT
OF
CLEAN
OIL
TO
GASKET
WHEN
CONTACTS
INSTALLING.
THE
BASE
OIL
of
this rubber sealing gasket remains
of
by
hand.
THE
AFTER
TIGHTEN
FILTER
the old filter
oil and apply a
THE
FIRMLY
ASSEMBLY
.is
BY
HAND
~REMOVE
Wi!/
.
OIL
DRAIN
HOSE
A
WARNING:
contaminants.
and
nails
thoroughly
discard
used
clothing
oil
properly.
TO
DRAIN
OIL
UP
DIPSTICK
TUBE
Used
Avoid
or
rags
USING
AN
OIL
THE
HOSt.
soap
BMM
OR
oil
skin
THE
THRU
engine
prolonged
using
containing
(11/16")
PUMP
contains
contact.
and
water.
used
SOCKET
THE
WARMED
harmful
Launder
oil.
.
Clean
skin
or
Recycle
REFILLING
Add fresh oil through the valve cover. After refilling the oil,
run the engine for a few moments. Make sure there is no
leakage around the new oil filter or from the oil drain system,
and then stop the engine. Then check the quantity
the lube oil dipstick. Fill to, but not over, the FULL mark on
the dipstick.
ROCKER
COVER··
THE
OIL
SUMP
of
oil with
Engines & Generators
17
ENGINE
ADJUSTMENTS
SPARK
The
first
schedule
SPARK
SPARK
NOTE:
the
of
PLUGS
spark
plugs
should be cleaned and re-gapped after the
50
hour break-in period, then follow the maintenance
in
this manual.
A
WARNING:
the
engine
removing
PLUG
PLUG
Loctite
spark
plugs
the
spark
INSPECT
WEAR & CARBON
INSPECTING
THE
SPARK
PLUGS
Do
not
remove
is
hot.
Allow
the
them.
GAP:
0.028-0.031
TORQUE:
Anti-Seize applied
plugs
will
easier.
FOR
11·151b-H
retard
.corrosion,
the
engine
in
(0.7-0.08
(1.5·2.31
to
the
spark
to
cool
kg-m)
threaded portion
making future
plugs
while
before
mm)
removal
INSPECT
DAMAGE
CHECK
FOR
DETERIORATION
ANDOAMAGE
of
FOR
AIR
SCREEN/FLAME
The air screen/ flame arrester should be
50 hours
Schedule in this manual. Clean using a good dish washing
solution, rinse and air
INSPECTTHE
IF
AIR
of
operation. Then refer
SEALING
WORN
.....
JNSTALL A NEW
SCREEN.
A
WARNING:
started/operated
properly
installed.
ARRESTER
dry.
EDGES,
The
generator
without
the
clean~d
to
the Maintenance
should
air
never
screen/flame
after the
be
a~rester
first
NOTE:
It
is
important
operating
ignition
OIL
The engine oil pressure is continually monitored by the ECU
in
Should the oil pressure fall below a safe operating level, the
generator will shut-down and the control panel's low oil
pressure fault LED will illuminate. Should this
attempt to re-start the generator. Check the oil level and the
condition of the
for leaks. Inspect the wire connections
(pressure sender).
A
pressure
condition.
system
PRESSURE
the generator control panel when the engine
WARNING:
but
the
engine
warning.
to
maintain spark plugs
They
are
an
important component
in
lowering carbon monoxide
oil.
If
there is a loss
If
the
does
not
oil
pressure
shut
of
down,
in
a proper
in
levels.
OIL
PRESSURE
is
running.
occur,
do
oil, inspect the engine
at
the oil gallery
light
illuminates
this
is a low
oil
the
not
18
3D
AMP
.
BATTERY
FUSE
CHARGING
CIRCUIT
BAITERY.
The
minimum recommended capacity
the engine's
MUST be a dedicated battery.
12
volt DC control circuit
of
the battery used
is
800-1000
CCA.
in
This
The
battery
charger
supplies a DC
battery
while
NOTE:
The battery charging circuit is totally separate from
AC
output
the
the circuits output, but not the reverse.
A
separate
bridge rectifier
charging
battery
30AFUSE
This spade type
wiring harness behind
group
unit.
and
is
an
encapsulated, solid-state unit
charging
the
of
which
The
supplies a DC
voltage
generator
the generator. The generator output affects
of stator
converts
unit
senses
fuse
is located in
the
to
is
operating.
windings
the
the
charge
the
fuel
filter.
the generator's starting
supplies
AC
current
needs
of
when
one
AC
the
is
voltage
to
supply
starting
needed.
that
the
to
Battery
Review
. establish a systematic maintenance schedule
engine's starting batteries
• Monitor your voltmeter
• Check the electrolyte level
•
• Make certain that battery cable connections
•
a
There is a small
battery when the generator is not in use.
draw,
panel (or
A
Maintenance
the manufacturer's recommendations
and
house batteries.
for
proper
operation~
and
hydrometer.
Use
only distilled water
level.
tight
to
the battery posts (and
·Keep
your batteries clean
tum
off
tum
CAUTION:
circuit,
th~
engine
never
is
to
avoid
electrical
however,
engine's
DC
the
DC
off
the
To
shut
running.
electrical
to
bnng electrolytes
and
amperage drain from the starting
breaker
DC
battery switch to the generator).
avoid
damage
off
the
engine
Shut
off
shorts
circuit.
and
for
your
charging
specific
·
to
your
free of
on
the generators control
to
the
battery
the
engine
when
during
gravity
to a proper
are
engine).
corrosion.
To
prevent this
battery
switch
battery
working
then
engine
with
a
clean
and
charging
while
switch,
on
the
NOTE:
When the generator is first started, the charger will
produce a low charging rate. This charging rate will rise as
the generator
is
operated.
Engines & Generators
19
The
following
and
causes
Diagnostic
ENGINE
TROUBLESHOOTING
troubleshooting chart describes certain problems
relating
to
engine service.
Also
note there
is
Troubleshooting section that follows.
Note:
When
a
breaker (control panel) disconnects all A C power and
switched
servicing the engine/generator,
off
and reset manually.
the
main
circuit
can
be
Engine
does
Engine
cranks,
(engine
will
(3
crank
cycles
Engine
starts,
Engine
hunts.
Engine
misfires/back
Engine
overheats/engine
Exhaust
temp
Low
oil
pressure/oil
Problem
not
crank.
does
not
start
crank 8 seconds)
before
underspeed
runs
and
the
shuts
firing.
temp
LED
is
illuminated.
pressure
down.
LED
LED
fault
occurs)
is
illuminated.
is
illuminated.
Possible
1.DC
2.DC
3.K2
4.Starter
5.DC
&.Water
7.DC
1.Fuel
2.Air
3.Fouled
4Jaulty
1.Fuel
2.Air
3.Faulty
4.Faulty
1.Air
2.Faulty
3.Low
4.Faulty
1.Low
2.Dirty
3.Hign
4.Exhaust
5.Wom/fouled
&.Faulty
7.Low
1.Raw
2.Coolant
3.Faulty
4.Pump
5.Stuck
&.Air
1.Loss
2.Faulty
1.0illevellow.
2.Faulty
3.0il
Cause
panel
breaker
battery
OFF.
relay
faulty.
solenoid
battery
low/dead.
filled
panel 8 amp
starvation.
in
fuel
system.
spark
ignition
starvation.
in
fuel
system.
shutdown
fuel
pump.
in
fuel
system.
fuel
pump.
octane
speed
octane
air
intake
tension
restriction.
ignition
or
no
fuel
water
coolant
level
impeller.
belt
loose/broken.
thermostat.
in
cooling
of
coolant
exhaust
oil
pressure
viscosity
OFF.
faulty.
cylinder.
buss
plugs.
coil.
switch/sensor.
fuel
(lower
sensor
(crankshaft).
fuel
(lower
screen
ignition
spark
plug.
coil.
pressure.
flow
low.
system
flow/faulty
temperature
sendor.
incorrect.
fuse
is
faulty.
.
than
89).
than
89).
screen.
wires.
Poor
obstruction.
(fresh
water).
pump.
switch.
quality
..
fuel.
20
ENGINE
TROUBLESHOOTING
No
DC
High
DC
Starter
Poor
performance
Black
exhaust
Blue
exhaust
Check
engine
Speed
Pair
of
External
charge
Charge
stays
LED's
Speed
alarm
Problem
to
starting
to
battery.
energized
at
generator
smoke.
smoke.
LED's
are
are
illuminated-no
LED's
are
LED
is
illuminated.
battery.
after
start.
speed.
illuminated.
flashing.
illuminated-flashing.
Possible
1.Circuit
fuse
2.Faulty
circuit
3.Faulty
regulator/battery
4.Bridge
rectifier.
1.Battery
charger
2.Faulty
starter
1.Faulty
K1
2.Faulty
starter
1.Low
octane
2.1ncorrect
3.Fuel
4.High
1.Dirty
2.Faulty
1.Lube
2.Crankcase
3.High
1.Diagnostic
1.Faulty
2.1ntake
1.AC
2.Fuel
1.Loose
2.Faulty
ignition
supply
engine
air
screen.
injector.
oil
is
lube
speed
manifold
generator
starvation.
connection.
fire
Cause
faulty/blown
connection.
misadjusted.
solenoid.
relay.
solenoid.
fuel.
timing.
issue.
compartment
diluted.
breather
tube
oil
level.
software
required.
sensor.
vacuum
overload.
suppression
(two
fuses).
charger.
temperature.
is
clogged.
leak.
shutdown
devise.
The 6.5/5_0
as
a pdf download at www. westerbeke.com. This Service
Manual can also be purchased in hard copy from your
MCG
Service
Manual
(#055743) is available
Westerbeke Dealer.
21
SOFTWARE
DIAGNOSTICS
PCINTERFACESOFnNARE
Diagnostic
through
It
contains
Programmed
your
CABLE
PART
Your
www.westerbeke.com
The Diagnostic Software (EC
technician
ECU (Electronic Control Unit) functions.
·
Once
diagnostics,
to
EXCEL.
Software
your
Westerbeke
a
PC
USB
laptop
and
AND
DIAGNOSTIC
#055410
areas
(USB
distributor
in
monitoring the engine's operation and the
downloaded,
FAILURE
Kit
#05541
0 is available for purchase
Dealer or Distributor.
Interface Software
Interconnect Cable
the
unit's Electronic Control Board
SOFlWARE
to
ECU)
SEE
can
be
this
software provides IDLE
Record
CD
for your laptop
to
connect between
KIT
BELOW.
found on our
II)
is designed to aide the
and
Run
Time
CONTROL
website:
and
(ECU).
Mode
Data Logging
BOX
TYPICAL
TiiE
COMMUNICATIONS
FOR'
DIAGNOSTIC
OPERATION
USING
The Diagnostic Software will run on
Vista
and
megabytes of
a
communications cable plugs into a
serial
to
adapter
Diagnostic Software.
Westerbeke
The
Diagnostic Software and MUST be used or
damage
is substituted. The Diagnostic Software
multiple screens, tabs and pull down
in
the
diagnostic process. ·
The Diagnostic Software
the
engine/generator and
target frequency between 50Hz
Refer to WESTERBEKE'S
Software Diagnostic
INTERNAL
COMPONENTS
ASSEMBLY
CABLE
IS
MONITORING
PC
SOFIWARE.
AVAILABLE
OF
Windows
Wmdows
7. These MUST have a
RAM
(Random Access Memory).
USB
USB
adapters, the communication port that
is
using MUST be known in order
communication cable
to
the
ECU
will occur
if
any
communications
menues
is
for monitoring
is
also
used
to
and
60Hz.
MCG
Service Manual for the
THE
~
Monitoring
ENGINES
...
and
98,
XP,
minimum
of 128
The
port.
When
using
the
to
configure
is
unique
to
this
otherwise
cable
is
designed
the
change
'Iroubleshooting
with
to
aid
the
operation
the
ECU
the
user
of '
Data.
FOR
WIRING
THESE
COMPONENTS
TO
THE
IN
CONNECTIONS
WIRING
THIS
MANUAL
TO
REFER
DIAGRAMS
Engines & Generators
22
1
CONTROL
PANEL
GENERATOR
USE
OF
ELECTRIC
The power required to start
more than
Some motors require much more current to start them than
others. Split-phase (AC) motors require more current
under similar circumstances, than other types. They
commonly used on easy-starting loads, such
machines, or where loads are applied after the motor
started, such
to 7 times
hould be avoided, whenever possible,
to be driven by a small generator. Capacitor and repulsioninduction motors require from 2 to 4 times
to
start
varies with the load connected
connected
more current than a motor
In
general,
to
medium
is
required to keep it running after it
as
as
much current
as
to run. The current required to start any motor
to
an air compressor, for example, will require
the
current
starting
MOTOR
SIZE
(HP)
1/6
1/4
1/3
1/2
3/4
1
MOTORS
an
electric motor
small power tools. Because they require 5
to
start
as
to run, their use
to
it.
An electric motor
to
which
no
required
loads
to
start
will
be
approximately
AMPS
FOR
RUNNING
(AMPERES)
3.2
4.6
5.2
7.2
10.2
13
115-
is
considerably
is
started.
are
as
washing
is
if
the electric motor
as
much current
load is connected.
Volt
motors
connected
as
follows:
AMPS
FOR
STARTING
(AMPERES)
6.4
to
22.4*
9.2
to
32.2*
1
0.4
to
72.8
14.4
to
29.2*
20.4
to
40.8
26
to
52
to
•
•
start,
INFORMATION
LOAD
TEST
Run
is
the generator
generator's capacity, and finally loaded to its
as
indicted on the generator's data plate. The output voltage
should be checked periodically to ensure proper operation
of the generating plant and the appliances it supplies.
monitor voltagr and load, check it with a portable meter and
amp
probe.
Generator
Maintaining reasonable cleanliness
of
terminal boards and rectifiers may become corroded, and
insulation surfaces may start conducting
exhaust, carbon, etc. are allowed to build
ventilation openings may cause excessive heating and
reduced life
In addition to periodic cleaning, the generator should be
inspected for tightness
overheated terminals and loose or damaged
first
Maintenance
of
windings.
with
no
load applied, then at half the
is
of
all
connections, evidence
full
capacity
To
important. Connections
if
salts, dust, engine
up.
Clogged
of
wires.
*NOTE:
more
for
made
Because the heavy surge of current needed for starting
motors
not be damaged if it can bring the motor
If
other electrical loads and,
electric
reduce the peak starting current. These are called Soft-Start
controls.
In
the
above
table
the
maximum Amps for Starting
for
some
small motors
this
is
that
the
hardest starting types (split-phase)
in
larger
sizes.
is
required for only a brief period, the generator will
difficulty
is
experienced in starting motors, turn off
motor.
Some motor controllers can be configured
than
for larger
up
if
possible, reduce the load on the
ones.
The
to speed
reason
are
quickly.
all
is
not
to
23
BC
GENERATOR
SINGLE
PHASE
DESCRIPTION
The
BC
generator
requires only the driving force of
AC
output. The stator houses
stator windings
is
started, residual magnetism in
induces a current
larger current
of current
windings quickly reaches
capacitor(s) and a regulated energy
in the
a steady voltage
drawn off the generator's
equipment. The generator is a single-phase, reconnectable
120
230
SPECIFICATIONS
ratings. The generator's data plate gives the voltage, current
and
affixed
end.
provided on
inside the generator and supplies a continuous
the
Circuit
A circuit breaker
WESTERBEKE generators. This circuit breaker will
matically disconnect generator power in case of
overload. The circuit breaker can be manually shut off
servicing
into
in
stator.
volt
AC
volt or
frequency rating of
to
the
A diagram of
generators starting battery when
Breaker ( AC
the
the
boat.
is
a brushless, self-excited generator which
the
engine to produce
two
sets of windings; the
and
the exciter windings. When
the
four rotating poles
in
the
stator which then generates
in
the exciter windings. This mutual build
the
four rotating poles and
the
At
the
same
time,
in
the
stator windings which can then be
AC
two-wire
AC
inside of
the
at
60
two-wire, at
section of
the
the
louvered cover at
the
various
decal.
An Integral Controller
saturation point of
this
terminals
hertz or
50
hertz. Refer
this
generator.
AC
in
the
field
is
then maintained
regulated
to
operate
115
volt
manual for generator
An
AC
voltage connections
the
generator
l
is
installed on
generator
to
all
single phase
ensure that
qo
power
the
generator
an
exciter
the
field
produces
AC
AC
two-wire or
to
the
wiring decal
the
generator
(IC)
is
DC
charge
is
running.
an
electrical
is
coming
an
main
even
up
is
mounted
auto-
when
to
is
AC
NOTE:
Correctly
onto
TERMINAL
1.
CIRCUIT.
BREAKER
CONNECTIONS
4
1 6
CIRCUIT
BREAKER
ISOLATED
POST
N
l1
position
the
neutraVground
the
case
terminal.
2 5
N
4 3
ground
wire
120V/60Hz
230V~OHz
(white/green)
r
-------
I
-.;..
1
3DA
FUSE
BATTERY
CHARGING
CIRCUIT
R~W.+01
I .
~-
1
I
I
I
I ,
STATOR
STATOR
~OOW.Dil
9
WINDING
GENERATOR
-sCHEMATIC
WINDING
l~-----'
EXCITER
WINDING·
CAPACFrOR
.
AMP
FUSE
Located
In
the
refer
diagram
wiring
to
the
in
harness,
wiring
this
manual.
WINDINGS
.
24
SHORE
POWER
TRANSFER
SWITCH
SINGLE
Generator
~
If
the
circuit,
Transfer
diagrams
simultaneous
LINE
120
VOLT
SYSTEM
installer connects shore power
this
must
be
done
by
means
Switch.
to
the
connection.
Set
OFF
the
transfer switch shown in
position.
This
of shore power
to
the
vessel's
of the Shore Power
switch prevents
to
genemtor
AC
the
output.
Notice
the
repositioning of the white wire
terminal block
!ill.
:I
0
.a;.
"·
SHORE
Switching
to
the
genemtor case.
GENERATOR
~
N
w
!::
::c
:r:
,----.---~~--~~-(,3
L.--~----f.-{15
r-.:__--'-lrf7
~
POWER
Shore
Power
L1
~
g GENERATOR/SHORE
::l SWITCH
ca
(NEUTRAL)! I -
-=
to
ground
,..-
......
-
/ '
1
~·
I · I
2 I
.....
_
.....
' /
......
-
......
/ '
~
6 I
.....
_
....
' /
SHORE
GROUND
Generator
load
L1
-SHIP'S
-GROUND
Power
on
the
SHIP'S
LOAD
N
Generator
~
f
..
:I
•
z
L...---+-+--
~
Shore Power
NOTE:
This
diagram
wire,
120V
__
system
-120V
I
/
/
z
a:
~
~
,.,
Notice the repositioning
tenninal block to the genemtor case.
This auxilliary power adapter is designed to plug-in the
engine wiring harness where the electric fuel pump is
connected. Simply tum
on the control panel. Unplug the electric fuel pump, connect
the adapter and connect the fuel pump to one
plugs. Cut
off the other plug and strip back the wires and
maintaining polarity
relay that will be supplying
component. Re-set the DC
panel.
off
the
(violet+
DC
powe~
ADAPTER
DC
power using the breaker
of
the adapter
and black -), connect to the
power to the auxilliary
breaker
PN.
on
052274
the control
REMOTE
PANELS
NOTE:
This auxilliary connection provides
when the engine is running
primed. The maximum