Quicksilver 905WE, Owner'S Manual

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Quicksilver 905WE — System & Component Overview and Operation
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Generator Stopping Procedure
To stop the generator, quickly press and release the STOP button located on the remote start panel in
the forward berth.
Maintenance
The generator owner’s manual will have a complete maintenance schedule that will need to be
followed to keep your generator in peak operating condition. Maintenance work must be performed
by skilled and suitably trained personnel familiar with generator set operation and service.
REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL PACKAGE FOR INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
21. Diesel Generator (optional)
As an alternative to the petrol generator, a diesel powered generator can be installed to provide 230V
AC power. Depending on the electrical load, Quicksilver® offers either a 5kW or 7kW generator. The
system consists of a seawater pickup system for cooling, an engine exhaust with a muffler, a ship /
shore power contactor for power distribution, a diesel fuel system, and a vapor blower system.
Operation
It is recommended that you read and understand the information in the manufacturer’s owners
manual before operation. The generator is warranted separately by the generator manufacturer, NOT
Quicksilver®. Follow the recommended maintenance and warranty schedule per the generator
manufacturer. Generator abuse or improper maintenance may adversely affect claims made under
generator manufacturer separate warranty.
Fuel System
The diesel generator fuel system consists of a crosslink polyethylene fuel tank with a capacity of 90
liters. Fuel is delivered from the tank to the generator via the fuel feed line and passing through a
shutoff valve and fuel / water separator. The shutoff valve is a safety feature designed to prevent fuel
from siphoning out of the tank if the fuel line was ever cut or broken below the level of the fuel in the
tank. The fuel / water separator contains a 10 micron filter that provides additional protection from
water and dirt in the fuel.
Do not run the generator out of fuel because there is the potential of drawing in air and necessitating
bleeding of the system before restarting the unit. As a precaution, check the fuel lines frequently for
leaks or any surface cracking on the hose. Replace the hose immediately if any issues are found.
Ventilation of Bilge Space
Prior to starting the generator, you must run the bilge blower for at least four minutes and manually
check the bilge for fuel or fuel vapor. Quicksilver® also recommends that you run the blower when
operating below cruising speed. To operate the blower, press the blower switch located under the
helm seat next to the generator remote start.
Prior to starting the generator, check the bilge for fuel or
fuel vapor. If fumes are detected, do not start the generator
until the source of fumes is determined, corrected, and the
bilge area is safely ventilated.