Specifications

Starting System
The DC genset is equipped with its own dedicated charging system to support an
independent starting battery. Should you choose to utilize a dedicated battery, or start the
genset with the ship’s battery, ensure that battery cables are properly sized to support the
genset’s starting load. The battery (+) lead will connect to the positive post of the small
alternator attached to the genset’s engine. A jumper wire is already connected to the
starter solenoid. The negative battery lead attaches to the lower starter mounting post.
Fuel System
Fuel is supplied to the genset via the main diesel tanks or a dedicated genset fuel tank.
High quality
1
/4” fuel line should be used to supply diesel to the genset. Fuel pre-filters and
fuel pumps, as described on the preceeding page, should be used as needed. A
1
/
4” fuel
return line is also required.
Coolant System
The genset is equipped with an onboard heat exchanger unit with an off-engine coolant
recovery tank. The genset’s coolant system should be topped off after installation with a
50/50 mixture of water and coolant. The coolant recovery tank must be installed within
21" of the cap/manifold. This assures the cooling system will retain all fluids during normal
operation.
System Alternator
The DC genset is equipped with a Balmar high output alternator and the Max Charge
voltage regulator. An alternator temperature
sender is installed on the alternator to protect
it against over-heating. This alternator is a
single output alternator. If your alternator
model has a jumper strap supplied between
the terminals, it must be left in place. The
positive cable will connect to one of the ouput
posts. The negative cable should be
connected to one of the two bolt holes near
the rear bearing at the center of the
alternator. These cables should be properly
sized and supported to avoid undue strain on
the altnerator and fitting. For detailed
information, see ‘Alternator and Regulator
Owner’s Manuals’ in the manual.
Voltage Regulator
The Max Charge voltage regulator is included with the DC genset in its own shipping
container within the crate. The regulator includes a 54" wiring harness, which allows
installation on stringer or bulkhead near the genset. The brown (switched) wire in the
regulator wiring harness should be connected to the (brown) switched source wire located
near the speed control box and oil pressure switch. Switched source wire is identified with
a marking tag.
Brushless 98-Series Alternator
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