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Westerbeke 7.5 MCGA - User Manual

Westerbeke 7.5 MCGA
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PART NUMBER 056556 REVISION AUGUST 2018
MULTI-PORT SINGLEPHASE
MARINE GASOLINE GENERATORS
OPERATORS MANUAL
7.5 MCGA or 5.0 MCGA 60 Hz
6.2 MCGA or 4.2 MCGA 50 Hz

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction to Westerbeke Marine Gasoline Generators

Warranty Registration and Procedures

Instructions for registering the product and handling warranty claims.

Installation Guidelines for Marine Generators

Carbon Monoxide Detector Installation

Recommendation for mounting CO detectors in living quarters for safety.

Siphon-Break Requirements

Instructions for installing a siphon-break in the raw water supply hose to prevent flooding.

Installing a Remote Oil Filter

Step-by-step guide for installing an optional remote oil filter kit.

Startup and Basic Operation Procedures

Bleeding the Fuel System

Step-by-step procedure for removing air from the fuel system.

Starting and Stopping the Generator

Instructions for starting and stopping the generator using the control panel.

Remote Control Panel Operation

Details on using optional remote panels for generator control.

Troubleshooting Failure to Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the generator fails to start.

Safety Shutdown Systems and LEDs

Explains safety shutdown features and indicator lights for fault conditions.

Generator Break-In Procedure

Procedure for breaking in the generator during the first 10 hours of operation.

Initial Startup Checklist

Comprehensive checklist for starting the generator for the first time or after inactivity.

Daily Startup Checklist

Daily pre-startup checklist for the generator before operation.

Maintenance Schedule and Procedures

Overall Maintenance Schedule

Outlines maintenance intervals based on operating hours or time.

Fuel System Maintenance

Procedures for maintaining the generator's fuel system components.

Cooling System Maintenance

Procedures for maintaining the generator's cooling system.

Engine Maintenance Procedures

Guidance on engine oil and filter maintenance.

Changing the Engine Oil

Step-by-step procedure for draining and refilling engine oil.

Replacing the Engine Oil Filter

Instructions for removing and replacing the engine oil filter.

Checking Engine Oil Pressure

Steps for troubleshooting low oil pressure shutdowns.

Exhaust System Catalyst Maintenance

Importance of catalyst maintenance for minimizing CO emissions.

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Westerbeke Diagnostics Software

Information on Westerbeke's diagnostic software for monitoring engine and ECU functions.

Engine Troubleshooting Chart

A chart detailing common engine problems and their possible causes.

Lay-Up and Recommissioning Procedures

Recommissioning After Lay-Up

Steps to follow for recommissioning the engine after seasonal lay-up.

Generator Specifications

Engine Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the generator's engine.

Cooling System Specifications

Technical specifications for the engine's cooling system.

AC Generator (Single Phase) Specifications

Technical specifications for the single-phase AC generator output.

Engine Component Tightening Torques

Table listing torque specifications for various engine components.

Summary

Introduction to Westerbeke Marine Gasoline Generators

Warranty Registration and Procedures

Instructions for registering the product and handling warranty claims.

Installation Guidelines for Marine Generators

Carbon Monoxide Detector Installation

Recommendation for mounting CO detectors in living quarters for safety.

Siphon-Break Requirements

Instructions for installing a siphon-break in the raw water supply hose to prevent flooding.

Installing a Remote Oil Filter

Step-by-step guide for installing an optional remote oil filter kit.

Startup and Basic Operation Procedures

Bleeding the Fuel System

Step-by-step procedure for removing air from the fuel system.

Starting and Stopping the Generator

Instructions for starting and stopping the generator using the control panel.

Remote Control Panel Operation

Details on using optional remote panels for generator control.

Troubleshooting Failure to Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the generator fails to start.

Safety Shutdown Systems and LEDs

Explains safety shutdown features and indicator lights for fault conditions.

Generator Break-In Procedure

Procedure for breaking in the generator during the first 10 hours of operation.

Initial Startup Checklist

Comprehensive checklist for starting the generator for the first time or after inactivity.

Daily Startup Checklist

Daily pre-startup checklist for the generator before operation.

Maintenance Schedule and Procedures

Overall Maintenance Schedule

Outlines maintenance intervals based on operating hours or time.

Fuel System Maintenance

Procedures for maintaining the generator's fuel system components.

Cooling System Maintenance

Procedures for maintaining the generator's cooling system.

Engine Maintenance Procedures

Guidance on engine oil and filter maintenance.

Changing the Engine Oil

Step-by-step procedure for draining and refilling engine oil.

Replacing the Engine Oil Filter

Instructions for removing and replacing the engine oil filter.

Checking Engine Oil Pressure

Steps for troubleshooting low oil pressure shutdowns.

Exhaust System Catalyst Maintenance

Importance of catalyst maintenance for minimizing CO emissions.

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Westerbeke Diagnostics Software

Information on Westerbeke's diagnostic software for monitoring engine and ECU functions.

Engine Troubleshooting Chart

A chart detailing common engine problems and their possible causes.

Lay-Up and Recommissioning Procedures

Recommissioning After Lay-Up

Steps to follow for recommissioning the engine after seasonal lay-up.

Generator Specifications

Engine Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the generator's engine.

Cooling System Specifications

Technical specifications for the engine's cooling system.

AC Generator (Single Phase) Specifications

Technical specifications for the single-phase AC generator output.

Engine Component Tightening Torques

Table listing torque specifications for various engine components.

Westerbeke 7.5 MCGA Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model7.5 MCGA
TypePortable Generator
Output Power7.5 kW
Fuel TypeGasoline
Starting SystemElectric Start
AC Voltage120/240V
AC Frequency60 Hz
Engine Speed1800 RPM
AC Amperage62.5A/31.25A

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