Axiom megagen x48 User manual

ELECTRIC POWER
GENERATOR
MODEL x48
OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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LIMITED WARRANTY
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The product warranty is subject to the manufacturer’s general terms and conditions of sale.
Acknowledgment of the warranty depends on the strict and proven observance of the operating instructions
in this operator’s manual and application of the correct mechanical and electro-technical practices.
The warranty will not be valid in the event of:
• Tampering with the generator (modifications without prior authorisation);
• Breakdown due to lack of or inadequate protection and/or incorrect connection;
• Breakdown caused by exceeding the rating plate limits;
• Normal wear and tear of the generator;
• Non-compliance by the personnel in charge of installation of the operational regulations given;
• Accidental causes, natural disasters of every kind, e.g., fires, floods, water or lightning;
• It is the customers responsibility to register the unit engine with the respective OEM to obtain warranty;
The warranty provides that:
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tionable judgement on the reason for the defect.
damage to people or objects.
Warranty period from shipment date:
SPARE PARTS
WARRANTY VOID IF NOT REGISTERED
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ELECTRIC POWER GENERATOR
DEALER INSPECTION REPORT SAFETY
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM & INSPECTION REPORT
Date _______________________________ ____________________________
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION
delivery.
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Address__________________________________ Address________________________________
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Model Number ___________________________
Serial Number Machine A ___________________________
Engine B ___________________________
Alternator C ___________________________
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
Always give your dealer the serial number of your megagen x48 generator when ordering
parts or requesting service or other information.
The serial number plates are located where indicated. Please mark the number in the space provided for
easy reference.
MACHINE
ENGINE
ALTERNATOR
AC

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE
1Introduction .......................................................... 7
2 Safety .................................................................... 8
2.1 General Safety....................................................... 9
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2.2 Equipment Safety Guidelines ...............................10
2.3 Safety Training ......................................................11
2.4 Safety Signs..........................................................11
2.5 Storage Safety ......................................................11
2.6 Preparation Safety ................................................12
2.7 Installation Safety .................................................12
2.8 Maintenance Safety ..............................................13
2.9 Lock-Out Tag-Out Safety.......................................13
2.10 Battery Safety .......................................................13
2.11 Operating Safety...................................................14
2.12 Tire Safety.............................................................14
2.13 Transport Safety....................................................14
2.14 Electrical Safety ....................................................14
2.15 Diesel Engine Safety
2.16 Refueling Safety....................................................15
2.17 Sign-Off Form
3 Safety Sign Locations ....................................... 17
4 Operation............................................................ 18
4.1 To the New Operator or Owner............................ 18
4.2 Machine Components.......................................... 19
4.3 Machine Break-In................................................. 0.
4.4 Pre-Operation Checklist....................................... 0.
4.5 Controls ............................................................... 21
4.6 Machine Preparation............................................ 24
4.7 Operation ............................................................. 28
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2,,66Storage ................................................................ 33
22,,77 Transport.............................................................. 34
5 Service and Maintenance.................................. 3366
5.1 Service................................................................. 36
5.2 Maintenance ........................................................ 42
6 Trouble Shooting ............................................... 4
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7 .................................................... 4477
7.1 Mechanical........................................................... 47
7.2 Bolt Torque........................................................... 48
7.3 Electrical Schematic ............................................ 49
8 Index ................................................................... 5555
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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations onyour choice of a megagen x48 generator and welcome to megagen's quality line of gener-
ating equipment. This equipment is designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discriminating buyerin the
industry for generation of electric power.
Safe, efficient andtrouble free operation of your new megagen x48 generatorrequires that you, and anyone
else who will be operating or maintaining the machine, read, understand and practice ALL of the Safety, Operation,
Maintenance and Trouble Shooting recommendations contained within this Operator's Manual.
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This manual applies to all x48 generator manufactured by megagen. Certain options may be available to
specifically tailor the generator to your operation and may not be included in this manual. Please contact the
manufacturer regarding additional information about these options. Use the Table of Contents and Index as a
guide to find specific information.
The information in this manual is accurate based on products produced at the time of publication. The manufac-
turer reserves the right to make technical updates, corrections and product revisions at any time without notice.
The warnings in this manual and on decals on the unit are not all inclusive. If using a procedure or operating
techniques that the manufacturer does not specifically recommend, verify that it is safe for others. Also, make
sure the procedure does not render the equipment unsafe.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and so that it will be passed on to new operators or owners. Call your
megagen dealer ifyou need assistance, information oradditional copies of this manual.

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2SAFETY
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
If you have any questions not answered in this manual or require additional copies or the manual is damaged,
please contact your dealer or megagen, Phone: [phone], Email: [email protected].
Accidents Disable and Kill
Accidents Cost You Money
Accidents Can Be Avoided
Why is SAFETY important to you?
This Safety Alert symbol means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
3 Big Reasons
DANGER - Indicates an imminently hazardous situ-
ation that, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury. This signal word
is to be limited to the most extreme situa-
tions, typically for machine components
that, for functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
WARNING - Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation that, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury, and includes
hazards that are exposed when guards
are removed.It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
CAUTION - Indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation that, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
SIGNAL WORDS:
Note the use of the signal words DANGER,
WARNING and CAUTION with the safety
messages. The appropriate signal word for each
message has been selected using the following
guide-lines:
The Safety Alert symbol identifies
important safety messages on your
megagen generator and in the
manual. When you see this symbol,
be alert to the possibility of personal
injury or death. Follow the instructions
in the safety message.

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2.1GENERAL SAFETY
Operator's Manual and all safe-
ty signs before supplying pow-
er to, operating, maintaining or
adjusting the generator.
operate this machine.
of an accident. Store in a highly vis-
ible place.
case of an accident. Store in a highly
visible place.
and shields before
operating.
protective gear. This
list includes but
is not limited to:
- Protective shoes
with slip resis-
tant soles
- Protective glasses
or goggles
- Heavy gloves
- Hearing protection
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and wait for all moving parts to stop before servic-
ing, adjusting, maintaining, repairing or cleaning.
any pages and keep it away from moisture and
heat sources. Please note that the drawings con-
tained in the manual are merely to help you iden-
tify the parts described and, therefore, they might
notcorrespond precisely to your product.
your area.
annually.
SAFETY
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of your megagen generator. YOU
must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to
operate, maintain or work around the machine be
familiar with the operating and maintenance proce-
dures and related SAFETY information contained in
this manual. This manual will take you step-by-step
through your working day and alerts you to all good
safety practices while operating the generator.
YOU are the key to safety. Good safety
practices not only protect you but, also the people
around you. Make these practices a working part of
your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE op-
erating this machine is familiar with the procedures
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risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
and all safety signs before supplying power to,
operating, maintaining oradjusting the generator.
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tions to operators or employees before allowing
them to operate the machine, and at least annu-
ally thereafter.
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ment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator’s re-
sponsibility to read and understand ALL Safety
and Operating instructions in the manual and to
follow these. Most accidentscanbe avoided.
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operate this machine. An untrained operator ex-
poses himself and bystanders to possible serious
injury or death.
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tion and/or safety and could affect the life of the
equipment.
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tation for the engine and the alternator: we rec-
ommend keeping it all in a safe place and have
case of transfer of equipment ownership, attach
all the documentation, as it is an integral part of
theproduct.
departmentis available to assist you in any way.
required; failure to comply will void your warranty
automatically.

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2.2 EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
the main concerns in designing and developing a
machine. However, every year many accidents oc-
cur which could have been avoided by a few sec-
onds of thought and a more careful approach to
handling equipment. You, the operator, can avoid
many accidents by observing the following pre-
cautions in this section. To avoid personal injury or
death, study the following precautions and insist
those working with you, or for you, follow them.
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graphs or illustrations in this manual may show an
assembly with a safety shield removed. However,
equipment should never be operated in this con-
dition. Keep all shields in place. If shield removal
becomes necessary for repairs, replace the shield
prior to use.
not readable or is missing. Location of such safety
signs isindicated in this manual.
can hinder alertness or coordination while oper-
ating this equipment. Consult your doctor about
operating this machine while taking prescription
medications.
Under no circumstances should young chil-
dren be allowed to work with this equipment.
Do not allow persons to operate or assemble
this unit until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of
the safety precautions and of how it works.
annually.
persons unfamiliar with its operation. The opera-
tor should be a responsible, properly trained and
physically able person familiar with the machinery
and trained in this equipment's operations. If the
elderly are assisting with work, their physical limi-
tations need to be recognized and accommodated.
its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in ques-
tion - DON'T TRY IT.
or death and may impair the function and life of the
equipment.
manufacturer reserves the right to make chang-
es and improvements to accessories and details
without altering the essential characteristics of the
model described and illustrated here and without
committing to promptly updating this manual.
implement, including Safety Signs and Safety
Equipment, hazard control and accident preven-
tion are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence, and proper training of personnel in-
volved in the operation, transport, maintenance,
Messages and operation instruction in each of the
appropriate sections of the auxiliary equipment
and machine Manuals. Pay close attention to the
Safety Signs affixed to the auxiliary equipment
andthe machine.
electrical power that can injure or kill if not oper-
all instructions.