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1. Construction of power generator
Power generator is a device generating
electricity by converting mechanical energy
produced by the combustion engine into
electricity
produced
in
the
alternator
connected to the engine. Power generators
are used as a source of power in case of
power failure in the network or as an
alternate power source in a building site, plot,
workshop or at home.
When operating with automatic start-up,
power generator is an excellent back-up
device for private and public buildings to
prevent uncontrolled power outages.
Technical
specifications
of
power
generators are defined for the altitude of 0
m ASL, ambient temperature of 20°C and
60% RH. When operating in other
conditions, their performance is reduced:
for altitude - the performance decreases by
1% each 100m, for temperature - the
decrease is 2% per each 5°C. The power
generator may be adapted for permanent
use at high altitudes (above 1830 m above
sea level) by necessary modifications in
the engine introduced by an authorized
workshop.
CONSTRUCTION OF POWER GENERATOR
The power generator, in its basic version,
consists of a combustion engine
and a three- or single-phase alternator,
fixed together and installed on dampeners
in a metal frame. As a standard solution,
the power generator is equipped with
necessary protection to enable its correct
functioning, e.g. a sensor for pressure or
engine oil, two- or four-pole over-current
circuit breaker, electric starter and the
battery. The optional accessories include
working hour meter, grounding set,
transport kit, a hose for the exhaust
system, welding wires (units with a welding
module), automatic start panel with ATS
(for units with electric starter).
ENGINE
FOGO® portable generators are equipped
with four-stroke, overhead valve engines
fuelled by gasoline.
Mechanical stabilization of the engine
speed is maintained at 3000 rpm and it
operates independently of the load,
ensuring optimal parameters for
alternators. All the engines are air-cooled
and can effectively work outdoors in
ambient temperatures up to 40°C.
The engine operating indoors should be
provided with fresh air inflow of at least
100 m
3
/h (variable value depending on the
type of unit - for correct selection of device
and ventilation, please contact the
customer service of Agregaty S.A.).
Engines are equipped with own exhaust
systems ended with a silencer and with
compatible exhaust hoses.
The user may use one of two types of start-
up: manual with a retractable cord and
electric starter (may operate with automation
accessories). Engines with electric starter are
equipped with a system that ensures proper
charging of the battery.
SINGLE-CYLINDER (HONDA, MITSUBISHI,
RATO)
Depending on the design of the motor,
lubrication is carried out in different ways.
For single-cylinder engines it is splash
lubrication. Engines are protected against
low oil level.
Single-cylinder engines are equipped
with own fuel tanks, where fuel flows by
gravitation into the combustion chamber.
(optionally, fuel tanks may be replaced
with tanks of larger capacity).
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