Technical information

INFORMATION
EN / WHISPER 3.5 / December 2009 / Copyright © 2009 Mastervolt 9
2.2 TRANSPORT, LIFTING AND STORAGE
When lifting the generating set avoid any risk
of personal injuries, do not stand un-der the
generating set..
• Use soft slings to avoid damage
• Included in the delivery is a lifting eye, only to be
used to take the generator out of the capsule. Do
not use to lift the set including the capsule and
certainly not including the steel foundation plate !
• After transporting the generating set check for
damage before installation.
• Long term storage can have detrimental effects
on engine and alternator. The engine should be
put through an engine preservation procedure.
(Refer to the maintenance chapter)
• The alternator windings tend to condense. To
minimise condensation, store the generating set
in a dry and warm storage area.
• After removing the generating set from long term
storage perform an insulation check. (Refer to the
alternator maintenance paragraph for
procedures)
• While the battery is stored it should be recharged
every 12 weeks.
2.3 THE WHISPER 3.5
2.3.1 Features
This generating set includes a diesel engine which is
connected by close coupling to an alternator in a sound
attenuated capsule. The set is mounted on a steel base
frame and mounted securely on anti vibration mounting
pads to the capsule base. All cables and hoses are guided
through the capsule’s left side. The set is not self
contained and is only operable after proper installation
using additional accessories and installation materials.
Installation accessories are listed in the installation manual
and are available through the supplier of the generating
set.
The generating set is compatible with MasterBus: a fully
decentralized data network for communication between
the different Mastervolt system devices such as the
inverter, battery charger, generator, batteries and many
more. Refer to the separate operating manual of the
MasterView Easy for details
2.3.2 Remote control panel
The generating set as well as the rest of the electrical
system can be monitored and controlled by any MasterBus
compatible remote control panel. The MasterView Easy is
a MasterBus compatible monitoring and control panel that
comes as standard with the generating set. A MasterBus
communication cable (15 mtr) as well as two terminating
devices is included in the delivery
2.3.3 Documentation
Included in the delivery is:
• This users manual (number: 50261131)
• An installation manual (number: 50261141)
• An operating manual “MasterView Easy for
Whisper generators” (number: 50200271).
Not included in the standard delivery but available as
options are:
• Parts manual; number: 50200180
• Workshop manual; number: 50200170
However in this manual there is a list of important parts for
maintenance and spare parts as well as a chapter on
maintenance and problem solving.
2.3.4 Accessories included in the standard
delivery
• Fuel filter
• Fuel lift pump
• Lifting eye
• Special hose connector for measuring exhaust
backpressure (Refer to paragraph 5.4.3).