INSTALLATION
EN / M-SC6/8/10 - 3000RPM / June 2010
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1 INSTALLATION
1.1 GENERAL
This installation manual is valid for the following models:
Part
number
Description
41102005 M-SC6 / 230V 3000rpm
41102006 M-SC6 / 230V 3000rpm - ungrounded
41103005 M-SC8 / 230V 3000rpm
41103006 M-SC8 / 230V 3000rpm - ungrounded
41104005 M-SC10 / 230V 3000rpm
41104006 M-SC10 / 230V 3000rpm - ungrounded
For other models see our website: www.whisperpower.eu.
To ensure reliability and durability of the equipment, it is
very important that the installation is carried out with the
utmost care and attention. To avoid problems, such as
temperature problems, noise levels, vibration, etc. the
instructions set out in this manual must be followed and all
installation work must be carried out professionally.
1.2 LOCATION
Since Whisper generating sets have extremely compact
dimensions, they can be installed in tight locations. Please
consider that even almost maintenance-free machinery
must still remain accessible.
When selecting the location area in which to mount the
generating set, make sure there is sufficient room to carry
out any maintenance work. The unit must be easily
accessible on the service side and on the distribution side
to have access to the V-belt.
Please also note that in spite of the automatic oil pressure
sensor it is still essential that the oil level is checked
regularly.
1.3 INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPTIMAL SOUND
AND VIBRATION INSULATION
Position the generating set as low as possible in the
vessel. As the generating set is already secured to the
base frame by means of flexible engine mountings, the
frame can be mounted directly to the vessel’s main
structure.
Whisper generating sets are standard equipped with a
sound cover. The canopy has been designed to give
effective sound insulation. For optimum sound and
vibration dampening, the following factors should be
considered.
1 Most important is the structure on which the
generator is places to be stiff. Directly below the
rubber mountings the structure should be supported
vertically to the superstructure of the ship.
2
Avoid mounting the generating set in close proximity
to thin walls or floors that may cause resonance.
3
Sound dampening is extremely poor if the generating
set is mounted on a light weight flimsy surface such
as plywood which will only amplify vibrations. If
mounting on a thinner surface cannot be avoided,
this should at least be reinforced with stiffening struts
or ribbing. If possible, holes should be bored or cut
through the surface to help reduce the resonance.
Covering the surrounding walls and floors with a
heavy coating plus foam will certainly improve the
situation.
4
Never connect the base of the generating set directly
to bulkheads or tanks.
Figure 1: Mounting of the Whisper generating set.
X = wrong, V = OK
