Westerbeke 4.5 KW BCGTC 60Hz User manual

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OPERATORS MANUAL
WESTERBEKE
GASOLINE GENERATOR
CARBURETOR MODELS
4.5 KW BCGTC - 60 Hz
3. 75KW BCGTC - 50 Hz
7.2 KW BCGTC - 60 Hz
6.0 KW BCGTC - 50 Hz
9.6 KW BCGTC - 60 Hz
8.0 KW BCGTC - 50 Hz
Single Phase
PUBUCATION 42832
1 st Edition / September 1997
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WES T ERBEKE CORPORATION · AVON INDUSTRIAL PARK
AVON , MA 02322 • TEL: (SOB) 588-7700 · FAX: (SOB) 559-9323
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Gasoline with an ETHANOL content
higher than 10% (E10) is not allowed
and may void warranty.
Engines & Generators

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Read this SIlfety manu4l carefully. Most accidents are caused
byfaiLure wfollowfundamenwL
rul es and pr ecautions.
Kn
ow when dangerous conditions exist and wk e the
necessary precautionsto protect yourse/};
you r personnel,
and you r machin ery.
The following SIlfety instructUms are in compliance with
theA merican Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) swndards.
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
A WARNING: Do not touch AC electrical connections
while engine is ronning , or when connected to shore
power. Lethal voltage is present at these connections!
• Do not operate this machinery without electrical
enclosur es a nd covers in place.
• Shut off electrical power before accessing electrical
equipment.
• Use ins ul ated mats whenever working on electrical
equipment.
• Make sure your clothing and skin are dry, not damp
(particularly shoes) when handling electrical equipment.
• Remove wristwatch and all jewelry when working on
electrical equipment.
• 00 not connect utility shore power to vessel's AC
circuits, except through a ship-la-shore double throw
transfer switch. Damage to vessel's AC generator may
r es ult if this procedure is not followed.
• Electrical shock results from handling a charged capacitor.
Discharge capacitor
by shorting terminals together.
PREVENT BURNS - HOT ENGINE
A WARNING: 00 not touch hot engine parts or
exhaust system components . A ronning engine gets
very hot!
• Always check the engine coolant level at the coolant
recovery tank.
A WARNING: Steam can cause injury or death!
• In case of an engine overheat, allow the engine to cool
before touching the engine
or checking th e coolant.
PREVENT BURNS - FIRE
A WARNING: Fire can cause injuryor death!
• Prevent flash fires. 00 not smoke or permit flames or
sparks to occur near the carburetor, fuel line, filter, fuel
pump,
or other potential sources of spi ll ed fuel or fuel
vapors. Use a suitable container to catch all fuel when
removing the fuel line; carburetor,
or fuel filters.
• 00 not operate with a Coast Guard Approved flame
arrester removed. Backfire can cause severe injury
or
death.
• Do not operate with the air cleaner/silencer removed.
Bac'kfire can cause severe injury or death.
• Do not smoke or pennit flames or sparks to occur ncar the
fuel system. Keep the compartment and the engine/gener·
ator clean and free of debris to minimize the chances of
fire. Wipe up all spilled fuel and engine oil.
• Be aware -diesel fuel will bum.
PREVENT BURNS - EXPLOSION
A WARNING: Explosions from fuel vapors can cause
injury or death!
• Follow re-fueling safety instructions. Keep the vessel's
hatches closed when fueling. Open and ventilate cabin
af ter fueling. Check below for fumes/vapor before running
the blower. Run the blower for four minutes before start-
ing your engine.
• All fuel vapors are hi ghly explosive. Use extreme care when
handling and storing fuels. Store fuel in a well·ventilated
area away from spark-producing equipment and o ut of the
reach
of children.
•
00 not fill the fuel tank(s) while the engine is running.
• Shut off the fuel service valve at the engine when servicing
the fuel system. Take care
in catching any fuel that might
spill. DO
NOT allow any smoking, open flames, or other
sources
of fire near the fuel sys tem or engine when servicing.
Ensure proper ven
til at ion exists when servicing the fuel
system.
• 00 not alter or modify the fuel system.
• Be sure all fuel supplies have a positive shutoff valve.
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Be certain fuel line fittings are adequately tightened and
free
of leaks.
• Make sure a fire extinguisher is installed nearby and is
properly maintained. Be familiar with its proper use.
Extinguishers rated
ABC by the NFPA are appropriate
for all applications encountered
in this environment.
Engines & Generators

SAFETY INS TR UCTIONS
ACCIDENTAL STARTING
A WARNING: Acc i dental starti ng can cause injury
Dr death!
• Disconnect the battery cables before servicing the engine/
generator. Remove the negative lead first
and reconnect
it last.
• Make certain all personnel are clear of the engine before
starting.
• Make certain all covers, guards, and hatches are re~
installed before starting the engine.
BATTERY EXPLOSION
A WARNING: Battery explosion can cause injury
Dr death!
• Do not smoke or allow an open flame near the battery
being serviced. Lead acid batteries emit hydrogen, a
highly explosive gas, which can
be ignited by electrical
arcing
or by l it tobacco products. Shut off all electrical
equipment in the vicinity to prevent electrical arcing during
servicing.
• Never connect the negative (-) battery cable to the posi-
tive (+) connection lenninal
of the starter solenoid. Do n ot
test the battery condition by shorting the terminals
together. Sparks could ignite battery gases
or fuel vapors.
Ventilate
any compartment containing batteries to prevent
accumulation
of explosive gases. To avoid sparks, do not
disturb the battery charger connections while the battery is
being charged.
• Avoid contacting the leoninals with tools, etc.! to prevent
burns
or sparks that could cause an explosion. Remove
wristwatch, rings, and any other jewelry before handling
the battery.
• Always tum the battery charger off before disconnecting
the battery connections. Remove the negative lead first
and reconnect
it last when servicing the battery.
BATTERY ACID
A WARNING : Sulphuric acidinbatteri es can cause
severe injuryor death!
• When servicing the battery or checking the electrolyte
level,
wear rubber gloves, a rubber apron, and eye protec-
tion. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which is destructive.
If
it comes In contact with your skin, wash it off at once
with water. Acid may splash on the skin
or into the eyes
inadvertently when removing electrolyte caps.
TOXIC EXHAUST GASES
A WARNING: Cari10n monoxide (CO) is a deadly gas!
• Ensure that the exhaust system is adequate to expel gases
discharged from the engine.
Check the exhaust system
regularly for leaks and make sure the exhaust manifolds
are securely attached and no
warping exists. Pay close
attention to the manifold,
water injection elbow, and
exhaust pipe nipple.
• Be sure the unit and its surroundings are well ventilated.
• In addition to routine inspection of the exhaust system,
install a carbon monoxide detector. Consult your boat
builder
or dealer for installation of approved detectors.
• For additional information refer to ABYC T-22 (educa-
tional information on Carbon Monoxide).
A WARNING: Cari10n monoxide (CO) is an invisible
odorless gas_ Inhalation produces flu-like symptoms ,
nausea Dr death!
• Do not use copper tubing in diesel exhaust systems. Diesel
fumes can rapidly destroy copper tubing
in exhaust sys-
tems. Exhaust sulfur causes rapid deterioration
of copper
tubing resulting
in exhausVwater leakage.
• Do not install exhaust outlet where exhaust can be drawn
through portholes, vents,
or air conditione~. If the engine
exhaust discharge outlet is near the waterline, water could
enler the exhaust discharge outlet and close
or restrict the
flow
of exhaust. Avoid overloading the craft.
• AJthough diesel engine exhaust gases are not as toxic as
exhaust fumes from gasoline engines, carbon monoxide
gas is present
in diesel exhaust fumes. Some of the symp-
toms or signs of carbon monoxide inhalation or poisoning
are:
Vomiting
Dizziness
Throbbing in temples
Muscular twitching
Intense headache
Weakness and sleepiness
AVOID MOVING PARTS
A WARNING: Rotating parts can cause injury
or de ath!
• Do not service the engine/generator while it is running. If a
situation arises
in which it is absolutely necessary to make
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