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Westerbeke 3.5 BCG - User Manual

Westerbeke 3.5 BCG
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OPERATORS
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PUBLICATION NO.
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NOVEMBER 2018
REVISION
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WESTERBEKE
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MYLES
STANDISH
INDUSTRIAL
PARK
150
JOHN
HANCOCK
ROAD,
TAUNTON,
MA
02780-7319
U.S.A.
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TEL:
(508)823-7677
•FAX: (508)884-9688 WEBSITE:.wytw.WESTERBEKE.COM
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Summary

Operators Manual Cover

Generator Safety Warnings

Carbon Monoxide Hazards

Details hazards and symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure from generator exhaust.

California Proposition 65 Warning

States that engine exhaust contains chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

General Safety Instructions

Preventing Electrical and Burn Hazards

Covers precautions against electric shock, hot engine parts, and fire hazards.

Additional Safety Precautions

Preventing Accidental Starting and Battery Dangers

Details risks of accidental starting, battery explosion, and acid hazards.

Exhaust Gas and Moving Part Safety

Addresses dangers of toxic exhaust gases and rotating machinery, advising precautions.

Generator Installation Requirements

Codes, Regulations, and Siphon Breaks

Stresses compliance with regulations and the necessity of siphon breaks for exhaust systems.

Fuel, Oil, and Coolant Management

Gasoline Specifications and Fuel System Care

Specifies fuel requirements, care for the fuel supply, and use of filters.

Engine Oil and Coolant Requirements

Details engine oil requirements, change intervals, and recommended coolant mixture.

Control Panel Operations

Generator Mounted Control Panel Features

Describes the ON, START, STOP switches and fuses on the main control panel.

Initial Start-Up Preparations

Pre-Start Inspection Checklist

Lists essential checks before the first start or after a long layoff, including fluids and connections.

AC Load Management During Start-Up

Advises switching off AC loads during generator start-up to prevent damage and stalling.

Generator Operating Instructions

Starting the Generator Procedure

Step-by-step guide to starting the generator, including ventilation and load application.

Stopping the Generator Procedure

Instructions on how to properly shut down the generator, including cooling down.

Generator Faults and Shutdowns

Abnormal Stop Conditions and Causes

Identifies fault conditions that cause the generator to shut down automatically.

Break-In Period and Daily Checks

Generator Break-In Procedure and Load

Details the initial 10-hour break-in period, load application, and overload avoidance.

Safety Shutdown Switch Functions

Low Oil Pressure and Exhaust Temperature Switches

Describes automatic shutdown switches for low oil pressure and high exhaust temperature.

High Water Temperature and RPM Shutdowns

Explains high water temperature and overspeed shutdown switches and their operation.

Maintenance Schedule Overview

Scheduled Maintenance Intervals

Outlines maintenance tasks required at 50, 100, and 250 operating hour intervals.

Extended Maintenance Intervals

Maintenance at 250, 500, and 1000 Hour Intervals

Details maintenance tasks for 250, 500, and 1000 hour intervals, including hoses, plugs, and timing.

Engine Oil Change Procedure

Draining Oil and Replacing Oil Filter

Step-by-step guide for draining used oil and replacing the engine oil filter.

Engine Troubleshooting - Starting Issues

Engine Not Cranking or Failing to Start

Lists probable causes and solutions for engines that do not crank or fail to start.

Engine Shutting Down or Failing to Reach Speed

Identifies causes for engines starting and shutting down, or failing to reach operating speed.

Engine Adjustments: Governor Control

Engine Speed (Hertz) Adjustment

Explains how to adjust engine speed to achieve the correct Hertz output using the governor.

Governor Adjustments and Maintenance

Details the three adjustment points on the governor and its maintenance requirements.

Generator Wiring Diagram

Generator Wiring Schematic

BC Generator Internal Wiring Schematics

Lay-up and Recommissioning Preparation

BCG Generator Specifications - Engine and Fuel

Torque Specifications for Hardware

Summary

Operators Manual Cover

Generator Safety Warnings

Carbon Monoxide Hazards

Details hazards and symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure from generator exhaust.

California Proposition 65 Warning

States that engine exhaust contains chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

General Safety Instructions

Preventing Electrical and Burn Hazards

Covers precautions against electric shock, hot engine parts, and fire hazards.

Additional Safety Precautions

Preventing Accidental Starting and Battery Dangers

Details risks of accidental starting, battery explosion, and acid hazards.

Exhaust Gas and Moving Part Safety

Addresses dangers of toxic exhaust gases and rotating machinery, advising precautions.

Generator Installation Requirements

Codes, Regulations, and Siphon Breaks

Stresses compliance with regulations and the necessity of siphon breaks for exhaust systems.

Fuel, Oil, and Coolant Management

Gasoline Specifications and Fuel System Care

Specifies fuel requirements, care for the fuel supply, and use of filters.

Engine Oil and Coolant Requirements

Details engine oil requirements, change intervals, and recommended coolant mixture.

Control Panel Operations

Generator Mounted Control Panel Features

Describes the ON, START, STOP switches and fuses on the main control panel.

Initial Start-Up Preparations

Pre-Start Inspection Checklist

Lists essential checks before the first start or after a long layoff, including fluids and connections.

AC Load Management During Start-Up

Advises switching off AC loads during generator start-up to prevent damage and stalling.

Generator Operating Instructions

Starting the Generator Procedure

Step-by-step guide to starting the generator, including ventilation and load application.

Stopping the Generator Procedure

Instructions on how to properly shut down the generator, including cooling down.

Generator Faults and Shutdowns

Abnormal Stop Conditions and Causes

Identifies fault conditions that cause the generator to shut down automatically.

Break-In Period and Daily Checks

Generator Break-In Procedure and Load

Details the initial 10-hour break-in period, load application, and overload avoidance.

Safety Shutdown Switch Functions

Low Oil Pressure and Exhaust Temperature Switches

Describes automatic shutdown switches for low oil pressure and high exhaust temperature.

High Water Temperature and RPM Shutdowns

Explains high water temperature and overspeed shutdown switches and their operation.

Maintenance Schedule Overview

Scheduled Maintenance Intervals

Outlines maintenance tasks required at 50, 100, and 250 operating hour intervals.

Extended Maintenance Intervals

Maintenance at 250, 500, and 1000 Hour Intervals

Details maintenance tasks for 250, 500, and 1000 hour intervals, including hoses, plugs, and timing.

Engine Oil Change Procedure

Draining Oil and Replacing Oil Filter

Step-by-step guide for draining used oil and replacing the engine oil filter.

Engine Troubleshooting - Starting Issues

Engine Not Cranking or Failing to Start

Lists probable causes and solutions for engines that do not crank or fail to start.

Engine Shutting Down or Failing to Reach Speed

Identifies causes for engines starting and shutting down, or failing to reach operating speed.

Engine Adjustments: Governor Control

Engine Speed (Hertz) Adjustment

Explains how to adjust engine speed to achieve the correct Hertz output using the governor.

Governor Adjustments and Maintenance

Details the three adjustment points on the governor and its maintenance requirements.

Generator Wiring Diagram

Generator Wiring Schematic

BC Generator Internal Wiring Schematics

Lay-up and Recommissioning Preparation

BCG Generator Specifications - Engine and Fuel

Torque Specifications for Hardware

Westerbeke 3.5 BCG Specifications

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BrandWesterbeke
Model3.5 BCG
CategoryInverter
LanguageEnglish

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