
CONTENTS
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May 2006
/ WHISPER 3,5 / EN
This manual applies to the Mastervolt Whisper 3,5 marine generating set
controlled by Digital Diesel Control. First launched in April 2004. For
earlier models refer to other manuals available on our website:
www.mastervolt.com
CONTENTS:
1
INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1
General .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.2
Service and maintenance ................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3
Guarantee .......................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4
Liability ............................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.5
Identification ....................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.5.1
Nameplate ......................................................................................................................................... 5
2
INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.1
Safety ................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1.1
General.............................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1.2
Electrical safety ................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1.3
Earth insulation failures ..................................................................................................................... 6
2.1.4
Installation ......................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1.5
Operation........................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1.6
Fire and explosion ............................................................................................................................. 7
2.1.7
Chemicals.......................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2
TRANSPORT, LIFTING AND STORAGE........................................................................................................... 8
2.3
THE WHISPER 3,5 ............................................................................................................................................ 8
2.3.1
Features ............................................................................................................................................ 8
2.3.2
Remote control .................................................................................................................................. 8
2.3.3
Documentation .................................................................................................................................. 8
2.3.4
Accessories included in the standard delivery................................................................................... 8
2.4
Components ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
2.4.1
Main components to identify.............................................................................................................. 9
2.4.2
Generator control panel................................................................................................................... 10
2.4.3
Remote control panel ...................................................................................................................... 10
2.5
Technical Information ....................................................................................................................................... 10
2.5.1
AC alternator ................................................................................................................................... 10
2.5.2
Engine ............................................................................................................................................. 10
2.5.3
Digital Diesel Control system........................................................................................................... 10
2.5.4
Battery charger ................................................................................................................................ 11
2.5.5
Alarms and shut down ..................................................................................................................... 11
2.5.6
Control............................................................................................................................................. 11
2.5.7
Remote control ................................................................................................................................ 11
2.5.8
Hour counter.................................................................................................................................... 11
2.5.9
Load indicator .................................................................................................................................. 11
2.5.10
Fuel specification............................................................................................................................. 11
2.5.11
Oil information ................................................................................................................................. 11
2.5.12
Technical data ................................................................................................................................. 12
2.5.13
Wiring codes and colours ................................................................................................................ 13
2.5.14
Lay out control PCB......................................................................................................................... 14
2.5.15
Electrical diagram 230 V AC / 50 Hz ............................................................................................... 15