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PTI-15/20-T4F Operators Manual

Power Technology Southeast

634 State Road 44

Leesburg, FL 34748-8103

Phone: (352)-365-2777

Fax: (352) 787-5545

Summary of Contents for PTI-15-T4F

Page 1: ...Generating Power to the World Page 1 of 25 PTI 15 20 T4F Operators Manual Power Technology Southeast 634 State Road 44 Leesburg FL 34748 8103 Phone 352 365 2777 Fax 352 787 5545...

Page 2: ...des Starting and Stopping Methods 15 Engine Specifications 16 Engine Maintenance Schedule 17 Engine Oil Maintenance 18 Lubricating Oil Specifications 18 LUBRICATING OIL VISCOSITY 18 RECOMMENDATIONS 18...

Page 3: ...Generating Power to the World Page 3 of 25 PTI 15 20 T4F Operators Manual FIELD COIL 23 BALANCE 23 BEARING 24 STATOR ASSEMBLY 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25 TROUBLE 25 POSSIBLE CAUSE 25 SUGGESTED ACTION 25...

Page 4: ...enerator This manual was up to date at time of printing downloading there may be changes not reflected in your manual If there is any questions please contact Power Technology s customer service dept...

Page 5: ...hich have been subjected to alteration modification neglect or unauthorized repairs D Troubleshooting routine service tune ups replacement of filters belts coolant lubricants hoses clamps exhaust syst...

Page 6: ...bligation to change units or parts previously manufactured Warranty registration card must be completed and mailed to Power Tech at the above address to validate the Warranty This is the only express...

Page 7: ...ty regulations before you attempt to assemble or use this unit WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may possibly result in serious injury or possible death CAUTION Indicates a pot...

Page 8: ...torn or bulky clothing around machinery Entanglement in rotating parts controls or projections may cause persona injury Use additional safety items e g hardhat eye protection gloves etc as appropriate...

Page 9: ...rly dispose of DO NOT mix gasoline or alcohol with diesel fuel The mixture can cause a fire EXHAUST GASES AND FIRE PREVENTION Engine exhaust fumes can be very harmful if allowed to accumulate Be sure...

Page 10: ...ants engine oil etc DO NOT remove the radiator cap while the engine is running or immediately after stopping Wait approximately ten minutes for the radiator to cool before removing the cap Be sure the...

Page 11: ...ing in the formation of harmful substances Only use anti freeze that is recommended and approved by Engine Manufacturer Be mindful of the environment Before draining any fluids be prepared to dispose...

Page 12: ...aintenance after the engine radiator muffler or muffler cover has cooled off completely Always use the appropriate tools and jig fixture when performing any service work Be sure to understand and foll...

Page 13: ...vel for proper Fill add if necessary Check for absence of water in fuel drain if necessary Check for absence of DTC or failures Check for absence of excessive fan belt looseness Using the PTG Series C...

Page 14: ...ving around in the menu changing a settings value or changing the currently displayed parameter page Generator LED Green Engine running with no issues Amber Engine running with warnings Red Engine shu...

Page 15: ...e remotely started Auto When in the Auto mode the engine waits to receive a start command Running When engine is Running the controller monitors engine parameters and waits to receive a stop command F...

Page 16: ...1800rpm 30 Oil type SAE 10W 40 API Class Oil capacity 8 4 Qts 8L Cooling System Capacity 11 25 Qts 10 6L Air Filter P N 04FA2768 Primary Fuel filter P N 08FF4LE P Secondary Fuel Filter P N 08FF4LE S...

Page 17: ...air fuel filters need to be changed Maintenance Service Item See notes Daily 150 Hour Interval 500 Hour Interval 1000 Hour Interval Remarks Engine Oil Level deterioration Leakage x Engine Oil Change...

Page 18: ...Specifications API Class CJ 4 Engine Oil LUBRICATING OIL VISCOSITY RECOMMENDATIONS The minimum ambient temperature during cold engine start up and the maximum ambient temperature during engine operat...

Page 19: ...zing and boiling See the tables below ETHYLENE GLYCOL Freeze Boil Concentration Protection Protection 50 Percent 36 C 33 F 106 C 223 F 60 Percent 51 C 60 F 111 C 232 F PROPYLENE GLYCOL Freeze Boil Con...

Page 20: ...cations CHECKING RESERVOIR TANK COOLANT LEVEL At a Minimum of 25 Hours of Operation Ensure that the coolant level of the radiator reservoir tank is between the upper limit FULL and the lower limit LOW...

Page 21: ...HOURS and SERVICE LOG THIS SERVICE LOG IS PROVIDED TO HELP YOU KEEP AN ACCUMULATIVE RECORD OF OPERATION HOURS ON YOUR GENERATOR SET AND THE DATES REQUIRED SERVICES WERE PERFORMED ENTER TIME TO THE NEA...

Page 22: ...provided if desired by turning the Voltage Adjust Rheostat ELECTRONIC VOLTAGE REGULATION Electronic Voltage Regulator EVR also referred to as an Automatic Voltage Regulator AVR is a very reliable devi...

Page 23: ...adjustment of the regulator sensing circuit ROTATING FIELD ASSEMBLY ROTOR The rotating field assembly consists basically of four members 1 the shaft assembly 2 the core assembly 3 the field coil damp...

Page 24: ...nspection of the bearing is recommended at typical service intervals If signs of abnormal wear or leakage are observed the bearing should be replaced Never use liquids of any kind to clean the generat...

Page 25: ...rol wiring and check crank connections Cranking fuse blown Replace fuse with new of identical size Engine cranks but doesn t start Out of fuel Check fuel level add fuel if necessary Fuse Blown Replace...