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General| Model | MDKBH Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Portable Generator |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Voltage | 120/240V |
| Phase | Single |
| Starting System | Electric |
Covers general operating safety rules and precautions for genset operation.
Critical warning about lethal electrical hazards associated with generator voltage.
Critical warning about toxic exhaust gases and carbon monoxide poisoning.
Safety procedures for handling combustible diesel fuel and sources of ignition.
Safety procedures for handling flammable and explosive gasoline.
Safety procedures related to explosive battery gases and handling batteries.
Safety precautions regarding mechanical hazards from moving engine parts.
Warning about engine overspeed and potential hazards from flammable vapors.
Explains the purpose, scope, and intended audience of the service manual.
Details on how to identify the genset model and serial number for service.
Information regarding engine emissions compliance labels and regulations.
Description of the physical control panel and its components.
Information on optional remote control stations and boat monitoring systems.
Details on the e-Series Digital Display interface, buttons, and status lamps.
How to view and interpret genset operating status displays on the digital screen.
Explanation of how fault conditions are displayed on the digital screen.
Indicators for conditions approaching shutdown, like low oil pressure.
Procedures for setting up or replacing the genset controller via display or switch.
Requirements and safety precautions for diesel fuel usage.
Recommendations for engine oil type, viscosity, and capacity.
Coolant requirements, mixture, safety, and capacity details.
Importance of battery system capacity and maintenance for genset operation.
Description and use of the fire extinguisher access port on the genset enclosure.
Step-by-step procedure for starting the genset from control panels.
Procedure for safely stopping the genset and allowing it to cool down.
How to use the emergency stop switch for immediate shutdown.
Guidelines for applying electrical load to the genset and managing overload.
Safety and procedure for connecting the genset to shore power.
Procedures for proper long-term storage of the genset to preserve performance.
Steps to follow when putting a stored genset back into operation.
Guide for scheduled maintenance tasks and their recommended intervals.
Routine visual and operational checks performed before starting or after operation.
Procedure for checking the engine oil level using the dipstick.
Step-by-step instructions for replacing the engine oil and oil filter.
Procedure for draining water from and replacing the fuel filter.
General maintenance procedures for the engine's liquid cooling system.
Specific procedure for draining and cleaning the engine cooling system.
Steps for refilling the engine cooling system after maintenance.
Maintenance procedures for cleaning and servicing the heat exchanger.
Instructions for replacing the engine thermostat.
Information on maintaining the siphon break device to prevent engine flooding.
How to properly adjust the tension of the generator drive belt.
Procedure for replacing the raw water pump impeller.
Details on genset enclosure panels, access doors, and their removal.
Information on the genset's drip pan and mounting system components.
Overview of significant engine servicing tasks and references.
Procedure for adjusting engine valve lash for proper operation.
Maintenance and assembly of the air intake resonator system.
Maintenance of the exhaust manifold and related components.
Detailed procedures for fuel system maintenance, testing, and components.
Servicing, testing, and replacement of engine glow plugs.
Information on the governor actuator, its checks, tests, and servicing.
Procedures for starter motor removal, replacement, and connections.
Description of the belt-driven generator drive system and its components.
Procedures for inspecting generator drive components and bearings.
General description of the generator's construction, operation, and components.
Description of the generator stator component and its windings.
Description of the generator rotor component and its windings.
Procedures for general servicing, removal, and reassembly of the generator.
Maintenance procedures for the generator's brushes and slip rings.
Methods for testing generator rotor and stator windings for opens and shorts.
Introduction to the genset control system, controller mounting, and displays.
Description of the genset's main microprocessor-based control unit.
Steps to configure or reconfigure the genset controller for model and generator.
Explanation of the controller's primary operational functions like initialization and startup.
Function, testing, and replacement of the emergency stop switch.
Description and testing procedures for the battery charging regulator.
Details on the governor actuator, its function, and related components.
Information on factory settings for frequency and voltage shown on the nameplate.
Procedure to change the genset's operating frequency using jumpers.
Steps for reconfiguring the generator for different application voltages.
Method to adjust output voltage using the control switch.
Method to adjust output voltage using the optional digital display.
How to interpret fault codes and descriptions shown on the digital display.
How to interpret fault codes indicated by status lamps on the control switch.
Technical specifications for the generator, including bearings and regulation.
Data on fuel consumption at various loads and frequencies.
Technical specifications for the 4-stroke indirect injection diesel engine.
