Westerbeke 5.5 BCD-614, 5.0 BCD-514 Specification

DIESEL

5.5 BCD60Hz

GENERATOR

A truly low profile 5.5 kilowatts...

5.5/5.0 BCD Diesel Generator

Quiet and Compact

Operating at 1800-rpm with a tuned air intake
silencer and four point vibration mounts, the 5.5 BCD
runs smooth and quiet. Designed specifically for
those installations where height is extremely limited,
this generator also has one of the smallest envelopes
available in its class.

Powerful, Lightweight and Reliable

The 5.5 BCD is powered by an industrial .95 liter
engine supplying a full 5.5 kilowatts. The 5.5 BCD
continues to support the strong record of reliability
Westerbeke has built supplying generators to the
United States Navy and Coast Guard as well as com­mercial vessels and pleasure craft.

Easy Operation and Maintenance

To minimize engine maintenance, the 5.5 BCD
operates at a slow 1800-rpm and is fresh water
cooled for longer life. Easy access to all servicing
points and individually removable top and side
panels of the optional sound enclosure allow easy
installation and maintenance.

Standard Features

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Instrument panel and safety stop switch

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Remote start-stop plug-in connection

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Extra oil pressure switch for remote signal

or control functions

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Safety shut-downs - high coolant temperature,

low oil pressure, high exhaust temperature

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A.C. circuit breaker

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17 amp battery charger

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Power take-off interface

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Self-bleeding fuel system

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Fresh water cooling and coolant recovery tank

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45 degree water injected exhaust elbow

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Gear driven raw water pump

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Tuned air intake silencer

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Vibration mounts - fail safe rubber type

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Lube oil drain hose and drip tray

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Oil fill - top and side

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Belt guard

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Operators’ manual and parts list

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5-year limited warranty

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EPA, CARB & CE compliant

5.5/5.0 BCD Diesel Generator

Optional Sound Guard SST

5.0 BCD 50Hz

Full Torque, Power Take-Off Interface

A customer sourced, electric clutch and hydraulic
pump can be mounted to the full torque, power take­off interface for use with such items as bow or stern
thrusters, compressors, winches and emergency
“get-home” systems.

Five Year Limited Warranty

The 5.5 BCD is backed by Westerbeke’s 5-year
limited warranty. The presence of Westerbeke in over
65 countries around the world provides customers
with easy access to parts, service and technical sup­port worldwide. Established in 1937, Westerbeke is
committed to providing its customers with quality
products and unequaled after sales support.

Generator Dimensions with Sound Guard SST

Length 27.8" (706 mm) 33.3" (846 mm)
Width 16.3" (414 mm) 21.1" (536 mm)
Height 20.7" (526 mm) 22.3" (566 mm)
Weight 356 lbs. (162 kilos) 427 lbs. (194 kilos)

Engines & Generators

GENERATOR

5.0

BCD

50Hz

DIESEL

5.5

BCD

60Hz

5.5 BCD60Hz

5.0 BCD 50Hz

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DESIGN: Brushless, four pole, revolving, power takeoff. TEMPERATURE RISE: Within NEMA MG1-22.40 definition when
VOLTAGE REGULATION: Standard +/- 5% no load to full load. operating at full load.
FREQUENCY REGULATION: 3 Hz (5%) no load to full load. COOLING: Cast centrifugal blower, direct connected.
INSULATION: Class “H”, as defined by NEMA MG1-1.65. ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE LEVEL: Exceeds requirements

enerator Design

for most marine radio-telephones and standard TVs.

Electrical Characteristics Ratings Engine

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Model Volts Amps Hertz Phase Wire

5.5 BCD-614* 120 45.8 60 1 4 1.0 5.5 1800 Remote

5.0 BCD-514*

Adjustable to 50 or 60 Hertz.

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230 21.7 50 1 4 1.0 5.0 1500 Remote

ower Factor

KW RPM Start

Specifications

Number of cylinders 3 Cylinder vertical in-line
Type 4 cycle
Displacement 58.09 cu. in. (.952 liter)

Bore and stroke 2.99" x 2.76" (75.9 mm x 70.0 mm)
Compression ratio 23:1

Rated rpm @ 60/50Hz 1800/1500
HP @ 1800/1500 rpm 11/9

aximum angle of continuous operation Not to exceed 25˚ in all directions

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Exhaust elbow connection 2" OD (50.8mm)
Sea water connection 1" OD (25.4mm)
Dry weight 356 lbs. (163 kilos)
Combustion system Swirl type
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Lubrication system Forced lubrication by gear pump
Cooling system 4 quarts (3.78 liters)

Starting aid 12 volt sheathed type glow plug

Full load fuel consumption@1800rpm
Full load fuel consumption@1500rpm

Fuel injection pump Bosch type, with solenoid shutoff
Governor Centrifugal type
Injectors Throttle type
Fuel Filter Secondary, replaceable type
Fuel transfer pump 12 volt electric type
Fuel supply and return piping 1/4" ID (6.35 mm) minimum

Lube oil filter Full flow, spin-on element

0.61 GPH (2.3 LPH) (approx.)

0.54 GPH (2.1 LPH) (approx.)

3/8" ID (9.53 mm) maximum

Dimensions

Inches

(millimeters)

Lubricant capacity 3.8 quarts (3.6 liters)
Starting motor 12 volt, solenoid, actuated shift

Battery charger 17 amps
Cold cranking amps 190 amps

Electrical system 12 volts DC, negative ground

Construction – Engine Components

Cylinder head Cast Iron
Cylinder block Cast Iron
Crankshaft Forged crankshaft, four main bearings
Valves Overhead valves, rotating type
Fuel System Self-bleeding
Intake system Tuned intake silencer

for maximum noise reduction
Cooling system Fresh water-cooled with heat exchanger
Exhaust manifold Cast aluminum, fresh water-cooled

Optional Equipment

Remote start-stop panel
15' & 30' connectable panel ext. harness (up to 60'/18.3m)
Dual station engine instrument panel with senders
Ship-shore switch
Power takeoff adapter
Fuel/water Separator
Hydro-hush muffler and fittings
“A” on board spare parts kits; “B” extended cruising spare parts kit
Anti-siphon valve for overboard cooling discharge water
Technical manual

Sound Guard sound enclosure

Distributor/Dealer

Westerbeke Corp., Myles Standish Industrial Park, 150 John Hancock Road, Taunton, MA 02780-7319, U.S.A. • Telephone: [phone] • Fax: [phone] • Website: www.westerbeke.com

Specifications Subject to Change without Notice. FC-9/08