User manual

TEC 29 6
user’s manual
GB
1.7 Operation description
The main elements of the TEC 29 generator are: an engine (a), a
permanent magnet alternator (b), an inverter (c), an internal control
panel (d), a terminal board (e) and an external control panel (f).
When the engine runs it drives the alternator to which it is solidly con-
nected, which in turn generates alternating current that supplies the
inverter. The inverter “converts” the voltage supplied into a higher quality,
perfectly stable voltage of 230 V and 50Hz supply.
The terminals, the socket where the extension of the external control
panel is connected and the safety switch are located on the internal
control panel.
The external control panel is equipped with:
- buttons to start and stop the generator
- a back lit LCD screen showing the main electrical properties, an
indicator shows that the generator is working properly and an hour
counter is also displayed. In the case of problem the alarm messages
are displayed on this screen.
- LED indicators indicate low levels of petrol or oil.
1.5 Description of the generator
Warning
The TEC 29 generator has been designed and produced to be used
only on caravans, motor homes and commercial vehicles.
Therefore it has not been designed to be used on other types of vehicles
or on any kind of watercraft. The company Dometic, as it is impossible
to envisage every possible use and type of installation, declines any
responsibility for every type of use and installation which is not explicitly
mentioned.
The generator has been designed to produce alternating current at
230V and 50 Hz, capable of supplying power to various systems.
Therefore it is fitted with an inverter, so that it can supply systems that
are very sensitive to the quality of the energy supplied, such as personal
computers for example.
The generator is installed in a sheet metal steel casing which is insulated
and soundproofed with special soundproofing materials.
1.6 Recommandations for use
To use the generator in the best way it is a good idea to pay attention to
even small overloads, which if prolonged, will cause the protective
thermal cutouts to trip.
When running in it is important not to put the new engine under a load
that exceeds 70 % of the nominal load, at least for the first 50 working
hours; then we recommend a normal use of the generator with a load
equal to roughly 3/4 of the maximum declared continuous load, this in
order to prolong the life of the generator and maximize efficiency.
When the generator is hot we recommend starting by pushing the start
button briefly, while when the generator is cold hold the start button
down for longer.
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