Installation manual
INTRODUCTION
SERIAL
NUMBER
LOCATION
The engine and generator serial numbers and model numbers
are located on a decal on the generator housing. Take the
time to enter the information on the blank decal provided
below as this will provide a quick reference when seeking
technical information and/or ordering repair parts.
SPECIFICATION
MODEL
_______
_
RPM
__________
_
KW
___________
_
KVA
__________
_
VOLTS
________
_
AMPS
________
_
ENG.
HP
______
_
ENG.
SER.
NO.
GEN. SER. NO.
PF
IPHASE
___
_
WIRES
________
_
RATlNG
_______
_
INSUL
CLASS
__
TEMP.
RISE
___
_
BATIERY
_____
_
C-t.D.
_________
_
50
HZ.
60 HZ.
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The engine serial number can also be found stamped into the
engine block just adjacent to the the injection pump. The
generator serial number is stamped into the generator
housing on the flat surface on the left side
of
the generator.
An identification plate
on
the enginc exhaust manifold also
displays the engine model and serial number.
NOTE:
A carbon monoxide warning decal has been provided
by WESTERBEKE. Affix this decal
in
a visible position in
the
engine
room.
UNDERSTANDING
THE
DIESEL
ENGINE
The diesel engine closely resembles the gasoline engine,
since the mechanism is essentially the same. The cylinders
are arranged above a closed crankcase; the crankshaft is
of
the same general type as that
of
a gasoline engine; and the
diesel engine has the same type
of
valves, camshaft, pistons,
connecting rods and lubricating system.
Therefore, to a great extent, a diesel engine requires the
same preventive maintenance as a gasoline engine. The
most important factors are proper ventilation and proper
maintenance
of
the fuel, lubricating and cooling systems.
Replacement
of
fuel and lubricating filter elements at the
time periods specified is a must, and frequent checking for
contamination (that is, water, sediment, etc.) in the fuel
system is also essential. Another important factor is the use
of
the same brand
of
high detergent diesel lubrication oil
designed specifically for diesel engines.
The diesel engine does differ from the gasoline engine,
however, in its method
of
handling and firing
of
fuel. The
carburetor and ignition systems are done away with and in
their place is a single component - the fuel injection pump -
which performs the function
of
both.
ORDERING
PARTS
Whenever replacement/service parts are needed, always
provide the generator model number, engine serial number,
and generator serial number as they appear on the silver and
black name plate located on the generator end.
You
must
provide us with this information so
we
may properly identify
your generator set.
In
addition, include a complete part
description and part number for each part needed (see the
separately furnished
Parts List). Also insist upon
WESTERBEKE packaged parts because
will fit
or
generic
parts are frequently not made to the same specifications as
original equipment.
SPARES
AND
ACCESSORIES
Certain spares will be needed to support and maintain your
WESTERBEKE generator. Your local WESTERBEKE
dealer will assist you in preparing an inventory
of
spare parts.
See the
SPARE
PARTS
page in this manual. For Engine and
Generator Accessories, see the
ACCESSORIES brochure.
INSTALLATION
MANUAL
Publication #43400 provides detailed information for
installing generators.
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