Dometic TEC29EV User manual

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Dometic
TEC29EV

TEC29EV
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5
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1
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TEC29EV
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5
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7 8
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TEC29EV
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1
1
3
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1
6

TEC29EV
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234 1
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0,7 – 0,8 mm
0,7 – 0,8 mm
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TEC29EV
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387 580
548
480360
290
160 100
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TEC29EV
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Please read this instruction manual carefully before first use, and store
it in a safe place. If you pass on the product to another person, hand
over this instruction manual along with it.
Table of contents
1 Explanation of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2 Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3 Target group for this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4 Scope of delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
6 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
8 Operating the generator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
9 Cleaning the generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
10 Servicing the generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
11 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
12 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
13 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
14 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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TEC29EV Explanation of symbols
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1 Explanation of symbols
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2 Safety instructions
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage in the following cases:
Damage to the product resulting from mechanical influences and excess
voltage
Alterations to the product without express permission from the manu-
facturer
Use for purposes other than those described in the operating manual
In particular, the manufacturer will not be liable for any consequential dam-
age, especially consequential damage caused by failure of the generator.
Note the following basic safety information when using electrical devices to
protect against:
Electric shock
Fire hazards
Injury
WARNING!
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can cause
fatal or serious injury.
CAUTION!
Safety instruction: Failure to observe this instruction can lead to
injury.
NOTICE!
Failure to observe this instruction can cause material damage and
impair the function of the product.
NOTE
Supplementary information for operating the product.

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Safety instructions TEC29EV
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2.1 General safety
!WARNING!
Electrical devices are not toys
Keep electrical devices out of reach of children or infirm per-
sons. Do not allow them to use electrical devices without super-
vision.
People (including children) whose physical, sensory or mental
capacities prevent them from using this device safely may not
be allowed to operate it without the supervision of a responsible
adult.
Only use the device as intended.
Do not make any alterations or conversions to the device.
Installation, maintenance and repairs of the generator may only
be carried out by qualified personnel who are familiar with the
risks involved when handling generators as well as the relevant
regulations. Inadequate repairs may cause serious hazards.
For repair service, please contact the manufacturer's branch
office in your country (addresses on the back page).
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which is a highly toxic,
odourless and colourless gas. Do not inhale any exhaust fumes.
Do not leave the generator motor running in a closed garage or
in a room without windows.

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!CAUTION!
The generator may only be used with the front door closed.
Remove all flammable materials such as petrol, paints,
solvents, etc., from the vicinity of the generator.
Ensure that hot parts of the generator do not come in contact
with any flammable materials.
Only refuel the generator when it is switched off and in a well-
ventilated area. Petrol and liquid gas are highly flammable and
can explode.
Do not refuel the generator when the vehicle engine is running
if the tank is in the vicinity of the generator.
If petrol is spilled, wipe it up properly and wait until the fumes
have cleared before turning on the engine.
Do not touch the generator and the cables with wet hands.
Replace the fuses using only those with the same technical
data.
Do not switch the generator to automatic mode near any ignition
sources (such as petrol stations, dry areas with risk of forest
fires).
ANOTICE!
Do not fill up the tank too full. Petrol must not be allowed to fill
up to the neck of the tank. Check the lid is on properly.
If a welding operation has be done on the vehicle disconnect all
generator cables, otherwise the electronics may be damaged.
2.2 Operating the device safely
!WARNING!
Always disconnect the power supply when working on the
device.
ANOTICE!
Only operate the device if you are certain that the housing and
the cables are undamaged.

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Target group for this manual TEC29EV
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3 Target group for this manual
This operating manual is for the user of the generator.
4 Scope of delivery
5 Accessories
Available as accessories (not included in the scope of delivery):
Designation Item number
TEC29EV generator 9102900299
AG 102, changeover relay for making priority circuits 9102900013
AG 128, seal for TEC29EV 9102900040
Installation manual
Operating manual
Part designation Item number
AG 101, tank 15 l, plastic 9102900009
AG 100, tank 20 l, stainless steel 9102900011
AG 117, tank 15 l, plastic, with brackets and integrated mouth
and cap
9102900010
AG 150, pipe set for AG 100 / AG 101 9102900003
AG 125, flexible metal pipe for extending exhaust pipe, 5 m 9102900138
AG 113, change over switch for parallel connection 9102900015
Parallel cable 9102900296

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TEC29EV Intended use
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6 Intended use
The TEC29EV (item no. 9102900299) generator is designed for use in motor
homes, camper vans and vehicles for commercial use.
The generator is not suitable for installation in water vessels.
The generator produces a pure sine wave voltage of 230 V/50 Hz which can
be connected to the consumer with a total continuous load of 2600 W. The
power quality is also suitable for sensitive consumers (such as PCs).
The generator can charge a 12 V battery.
7 Technical description
The TEC29EV generator consists of the following main parts (fig. 1,
page 3):
Combustion engine (1)
Alternator (2) with permanent magnets
Inverter (3)
Internal control panel (4)
Remote control (5)
The combustion engine (1) drives the alternator (2) connected to it, which in
turn generates AC voltage.
The inverter (3) transforms this AC voltage into a stable voltage of 230 V and
50 Hz.
The terminals, the socket for the connection cable to the remote control (5)
and the main switch are installed in the internal control panel (4).
The generator has the following features:
Integrated battery charger for charging the connected battery
Automatic mode for charging the connected battery automatically (must
be configured accordingly when installed)

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Control elements in the control panel
The control panel is located on the generator behind the cover.
Control elements in the remote control
The remote control is installed in the vehicle interior.
No. in
fig. 2,
page 3
Description
1 Main switch Switches the generator to standby or no
function.
2 Cut-out switch Electromechanical protection against
overload.
No. in
fig. 3,
page 4
Description
1 Display Shows the status reports.
2 On/Off switch PSwitches the remote control on and off if
the main switch is at “I” or “1”.
Stops the generator.
3 START button Starts the generator if the remote control
is switched on and the main switch is at
“I” or “1”.
4 Petrol gauge Lights up if the petrol goes into reserve.
5 Oil LED Lights up if the oil level is too low in the
engine.

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Displays
8 Operating the generator
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8.1 Basic notes on operation
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Please note the following basic information:
Always check the oil level before use (chapter “Checking the oil level” on
page 19).
Even small overloads in the long-run will cause the cut-out switch to
trigger.
Leave the generator running for a few minutes after use without any
consumers before stopping it.
No. in
fig. 3,
page 4
Description
6 AC supply Actual voltage output
7 Constant output Current capacity of connected consumer
8 Operating hours Time the generator is in operation
9 DC voltage Battery voltage
10 Messages Status reports of the generator (see
chapter “Display messages” on page 17)
NOTICE!
Do not run the generator over 70 % of the maximum constant out-
put for the first 50 operating hours (run-in phase).
NOTE
Run the generator at a maximum of approx. 75 % of the maximum
continuous load after the run-in phase.
By doing this you can prolong the service life of the generator and
maximise its efficiency.
CAUTION! Beware of injury
Do not insert your fingers or objects into the air nozzles or the
intake grille.

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Abrupt braking, accelerating and driving round bends in the vehicle can
cause problems in the generator's pump system and lead to unwanted
shutdown.
If you are not using your generator for a longer period of time, start it up
at least every 30 days and leave it running for 15 minutes or more.
8.2 Switching the generator to standby or no function
The generator can be switched to standby or no function with the main switch
(fig. 21, page 3) in the control panel.
8.3 Switching the remote control on and off
This switch on the remote control (fig. 32, page 4) is for switching the
remote control on and off.
➤Switch the remote control on with the on/off switch.
✓The display shows: GEN OFF.
The display switches off automatically after 5 minutes if the start button is
not touched within this time.
Press the start button to switch on the display again.
✓The generator can now be started.
8.4 Starting the generator
The generator can only be started if it is in standby and the remote control is
switched on.
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➤Start up the generator with the start button (fig. 33, page 4).
8.5 Stopping the generator
➤Stop the generator with the on/off switch (fig. 32, page 4).
If the generator does not stop: switch it off with the main switch (fig. 21,
page 3).
NOTE
If the generator is still warm, press the start button briefly to start
it; press longer for a cold generator.

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8.6 Display messages
Display message
Description Generator behaviour Measures
LOW BATTERY
The battery voltage has fallen
below the minimum value for
starting up (9V).
The generator does not start. Charge the battery.
OIL CHANGE
The number of prescribed
operating hours has been
reached for changing the
engine oil.
The generator continues to
run.
Change the oil (see chapter
“Changing the oil (fig. 6,
page 5)” on page 24), then
reset the alarm by pressing
and holding down the start
button.
NO FUEL
The fuel in the tank is in
reserve.
The generator continues to
run.
Refuel.
OIL ALERT
Insufficient engine oil.
The generator stops. Fill up with oil (see chapter
“Checking the oil level” on
page 19).
GENERATOR ALERT!
General alarm message
Example: The control ring on
the throttle valve of the carbu-
rettor (stepper motor) is
faulty.
The generator stops. Check the system by referring
to the troubleshooting table.
If the problem persists, con-
tact the manufacturer's
branch office in your country
(addresses on the back
page).
OVERLOAD!
The consumers generate an
overload at the output.
The inverter switches off,
therefore no voltage is sup-
plied but the engine carries
on running until it goes off.
Reduce the connected load
and start the generator again.
SHORT CIRCUIT
The consumers cause a short
circuit at the output.
The inverter switches off,
therefore no voltage is sup-
plied but the engine carries
on running until it goes off.
Check the connected con-
sumers then start the genera-
tor again.
OVER TEMPERATURE
Overheating
The inverter switches off so
no voltage is supplied to cool
the generator, but the engine
carries on running.
Leave the engine to cool
down for a few minutes then
start the generator again.
LOW POWER ENGINE
The inverter supply voltage
has dropped.
The generator stops. Reduce the connected load
and start the generator again.

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RESTART GEN?
Message appears after the
generator has stopped due to
overheating.
The generator is switched off. Press the start button to
restart the generator.
GEN CAL
Message appears when the
generator is started up; it
shows the calibration phase
which takes place before
each start-up. The generator
does not supply any voltage.
The generator is running but
does not supply any voltage.
Wait a moment.
GEN WAIT
Message appears while you
are waiting for the generator
to start again.
The generator is switched off. Wait until the message has
disappeared then attempt
ignition again.
GEN ON
The generator is operating
normally.
Normal mode –
GEN OFF The generator is in stand-by
and can be started.
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AUTO?
Message appears when the
automatic mode is switched
on.
Controls are waiting for user
input
Press the start button within
20 seconds and hold down
for 5 seconds.
AUTO
Automatic mode
The automatic mode is
switched on
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Display message
Description Generator behaviour Measures

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8.7 Checking the oil level
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Always check the oil level before use. To do this, proceed as follows:
➤Open the generator front door.
➤Switch the generator to no function with the main switch (fig. 41,
page 4).
➤Disconnect the positive terminal of the supply battery.
➤Take the dipstick (fig. 42, page 4) out of the filler neck (fig. 43,
page 4).
➤Clean the dipstick (fig. 42, page 4) with a cloth.
➤Put the dipstick (fig. 42, page 4) back into the filler neck (fig. 43,
page 4).
➤Take the dipstick (fig. 42, page 4) out of the filler neck.
➤Check that the oil level is between the notch (maximum filling level) and
the tip of the dipstick (fig. 44, page 4).
If not, top up with more oil.
➤Put the dipstick (fig. 42, page 4) back into the filler neck (fig. 43,
page 4).
➤Check that the oil level is not above the maximum level.
➤Connect the generator to the positive terminal of the supply battery.
➤Switch the generator to standby with the main switch (fig. 41, page 4).
➤Close the generator front door.
CAUTION!
Hot oil can cause burns.
Only check the oil level when the generator is switched off.
NOTE
The generator must be level.

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8.8 Switching to automatic mode
You can only switch to automatic mode:
if it was configured when the generator was installed
if the vehicle is stationary and the ignition is switched off
if the automatic mode switch (if available) is switched on
In automatic mode, the generator switches on automatically and charges the
battery if the voltage of the connected battery is too low.
The generator switches off automatically once the battery has been fully
charged.
To switch on the automatic mode:
➤Switch on the automatic mode switch (if available).
➤Switch the ignition off.
➤Switch the remote control on by pressing the on/off switch.
✓The display shows: AUTO?
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➤Press the start button within 20 seconds and hold it down for 5 seconds.
✓The display shows: AUTO.
➤The automatic mode is switched on.
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NOTE
If GEN OFF appears on the display instead of AUTO?, the automatic
mode is not configured for your generator. If this is the case, con-
tact the specialist workshop which installed the generator and
have the automatic mode retrofitted.
NOTE
In automatic mode, you cannot start the generator with the start
button. The generator does not start automatically.
You can switch the generator on and off with the automatic mode
switch (if available).