Shindaiwa DG250MI - Manual

- 5 - Location of Warning labels When the warning labels become unreadable or damaged, place new labels on the appropriate location, as specified in the following figure. When ordering the label, use following part numbers. 1 Safety guidelines Part Number 19402-00188 2 Suffocation from exhaust fume ...

- 6 - 2 Specifications 2.1 Specification Matrix Name of Generator DG150MI DG250MI Type Unit Blushless, Rotating Field, 3-Phase, 4-Pole, Synchronous AC Generator kVA 12.5 15 20 25 Rated Output kW 10 12 16 20 Rated Voltage (or the below) V 200 220 200 220 Rated Current (or the below) A 36.1 39.4 57.7 ...

- 7 - 2.2 Ambient Condition Use the equipment under the following ambient condition. The other condition may cause trouble, insufficient output power or deterioration of durability. ■ Ambient Temperature: -15ºC ～ 40ºC ■ Humidity : less than 80% ■ Altitude : less than 300m 3 Use Power source for cons...

- 8 - 4.2 Control panel [DG150MI] [DG250MI] No. Name No. Name 1 3-Phase Circuit Breaker 11 Monitor Indication Lamp 2 Pilot Lamp 12 Water Temperature Gauge 3 Single-Phase Circuit Breaker 13 Tachometer (Hour Meter incorporated) 4 Earth Leakage Relay 14 Oil Pressure Gauge 5 Voltage Meter 15 Preheat Lam...

- 9 - 5 Equipment 5.1 Monitor Display [DG250MI] [DG150MI] ++++ ---- WATER TEMP OIL PRESS CHARGE AIR FILTER FUEL LEVEL ++++ ---- BATTERY LOW LEVEL DG250MI is equipped with monitoring function for water/coolant temperature, oil pressure, battery charge, air filter flow, battery fluid level, and fuel l...

- 10 - When the water temperature reaches 110 degrees Celsius during operation, the water temperature-monitoring lamp will flash, and the automatic shutoff will be engaged. When this occurs, check the Coolant reservoir tank, and replenish if needed (refer to 8-2 Checking coolant / water level ). If ...

- 11 - 5.1.3 Battery Charge Monitoring Lamp (charge lamp) When the battery is unable to be charged during operation, the battery charge-monitoring lamp will flash. Check the belt for damages or cut, and replace if needed. <Caution> For changing the belt, refer to the User Manual for Engine. Ba...

- 12 - When the battery fluid level is low, Battery Fluid Monitoring Lamp will flash. If the lamp is flashing, quickly add some distilled water. (refer to 8.6 Checking Battery ) 5.1.6 Fluid Level Monitoring Lamp [DG250MI only] ! Caution : Fire This equipment uses Diesel fuel as a fuel. When refuelin...

- 15 - 5.2.8 Voltage Regulator and Throttle Handle 5.2.8.1 Voltage Regulator The dial adjusts output voltage. By turning the dial clockwise, an operator can increase voltage. By turning the dial counter-clockwise, an operator can decrease voltage. 5.2.8.2 Throttle Handle This handle controls the eng...

- 16 - 5.3.1 Using fuel from built-in fuel tank The lever for 3-way valve is set to A when the equipment is shipped. In addition, both the external fuel intake and the external fuel return are safeguarded with PT-3/8 plugs. Do not remove the plugs, when using the built-in fuel tank. <Caution> ...

- 18 - Do not block the airflow from radiator vent or muffler exhaust. It may result in reduced engine performance, overheating, or damage to the electrical parts. Operating in dusty area or salty air (by the ocean), or any other particulate environment may result in clogged radiator, which may caus...

- 19 - ■ Selection of cable ( Example) 220V and Voltage Drop 11V 3-Phase 3-Wire Cap Tire Cable, Single Core (Unit: mm 2 ) Length Current 50m or below 75m 100m 125m 150m 200m 20A 3.5 5.5 8 8 14 14 40A 8 14 14 14 22 22 60A 14 14 22 22 30 38 80A 14 22 22 30 38 50 (Example) 100V and Voltage Drop 5V 1-Ph...

- 20 - 7.2.1 Load Connection Terminal Plate (3-Phase / 1-phase) ■ For 3-Phase Load Terminal Voltage ： 200V / 220V (or 400V / 440V) at 50Hz / 60Hz Load ■ For 1-Phase Load (1) Terminal Voltage ： 115V / 127V (or 230V / 254V) at 50Hz / 60Hz Load Load Load ■ For 1-Phase Load (2) Terminal Voltage: 200V/22...

- 21 - 7.2.2 1-Phase Output Terminals & Receptacles 7.2.2.1 200 / 220V The terminal Voltage: 100V/110V at 50Hz/60Hz only In the case of no use of 3-Phase output power, refer to the following drawings and charts. [DG150MI] (Max 3kVA) [DG250MI] (Max 6kVA) less than less than less than less than le...

- 22 - 7.3 Earth Leakage Relay and Grounding ! Danger :Electrical Shock Ground the every earth grounding terminal to the earth as set out in the manual. If even one no of all is unconnected by mistake or accident, it will be much more dangerous for human body than the –relay case, because leaking cu...

- 23 - 7.3.2 Operation Check ! Danger : Electrical Shock Before turning the 3-Phase circuit breaker to ON Position, ensure that the breaker or the switch of loads are positioned to OFF. Operate the 3-Phase circuit breaker, well-communicating with The electrician by the load side. Before operating th...

- 24 - ① Push the reset button or stop the engine. ② Restore (Push-down) the 3-Phase circuit breaker (lever) and the 1-Phase circuit breaker (lever) to OFF position. By the above procedure, you can reset the breakers to ON positions. 8 Initialization and pre-check ! Danger :Electrical Shock ・ ・ ・ ・ ...

- 25 - ＊ Value in ( ) shows the oil in filter 8.1.3 Engine Oil Capacity 8.2 Checking Coolant / Water ✳ Also refer to the User’s Manual for Engine ! Danger :Injuries Before performing any equipment check or maintenance, stop the engine, and remove the engine key. A person performing the maintenance s...

- 27 - 8.2.3 Coolant Capacity (Unit : L) Total Coolant Volume (including reservoir tank) DG150MI 7.4 (0.4) DG250MI 8.5 (0.4) ＊ Value in ( ) shows the reservoir tank’s volume 8.3 Checking Fan Belt ✳ Also refer to the user’s manual for Engine separately ! Danger :Injuries Before performing any equipme...

- 28 - 8.4 Checking Fuel ! Caution :Fire Always wipe any drip of Diesel fuel or oil. Do not use this equipment when a leak is found. Repair the equipment before use. Check for the fuel level in the tank. Add if necessary. <Caution> Use Diesel fuel, ASTM D975 No.2-D in the event ambient tempera...

- 29 - 8.5 Checking Fuel, Engine Oil, and Water leakage ! Caution :Fire Do not use this equipment when a leak is found. Repair the equipment before use. Be sure to check for any fuel leak at the hose connection, and oil and coolant leak by opening side doors. 8.6 Checking Battery ! Caution :Injuries...

- 30 - 9 Operation 9.1 Initializing / preparation ! Danger :Suffocation from exhaust fume Exhaust fume from the engine contains many elements harmful to human. Do not operate this equipment in poorly ventilated area, such as inside a room or in a tunnel . ! Caution :Suffocation from exhaust fume Do ...

- 31 - And then adjust the speed by speed control knob and adjust to the No-load revolution. No-load revolution 50 Hz Operation 1575 min -1 (52.5 Hz) 60 Hz Operation 1890 min -1 (63.0 Hz) <Caution> By adjusting the speed to the above revolutions, the frequency will be 50Hz or 60Hz. ⑧ Lock the ...

- 32 - 9.2.2 Adjustment During operation Make minor adjustment to voltage and speed using the Speed Control Knob and Voltage Regulator, by monitoring Tachometer, frequency meter, and voltage meter ■ Vacuuming the air out of the fuelling system in event of no fuel ✳ Refer to the <User’s manual for...

- 33 - Protection Feature List Action No. Symptoms Circuit Breaker OFF Automatic Engine Shutoff Alarm Lamp Flash Cause 1 High Coolant temperature -- ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Engine coolant temperature is too high (default at 110 degrees Celsius) 2 Oil pressure drop -- ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Engine oil pressure drop...

- 34 - ③ Turn the lever for 3-way valve to B position. ④ Vacuum out the air from connected hoses. This will allow the use of the fuel from an external fuel tank . <Caution> To vacuum out the air from the fuel line, refer to <9.2 During Operation> section. Use always oil-proof hose in 8-1...

- 35 - <Caution> The authorized technicians should perform all maintenance work, except for the pre-startup checks. Request for the maintenance items with ● mark to the authorized dealer or our engineering section. This chart only covers the simple checks and maintenance for the engine. For mo...

- 36 - 10.1 Oil Change First time 50 hour mark From second time Every 200 hours ① Remove Oil Filler cap ② Loosen the engine oil drain plug and allow the oil to drain fully ③ Reinstall the drain plug ④ Add oil from oil filler and fill up to the MAX level. You should check the oil level on the dipstic...

- 37 - 10.3 Cleaning / Changing Air Filter Element Clean Every 200 hours Replace Every 500 hours ① Unscrew the wingnut and remove the filter element ② Clean or replace the filter element, and reinstall it in reverse order ※ W ith respect to DG150MI, unfasten clip in cleaner cap and remove before uns...

- 38 - ④ Reassemble it back ※ The fuel strainer in DG150MI has the water separating feature as well. When the float (red) in the strainer comes up by 20mm from the bottom, drain the water <Caution> Be sure to check for any contaminants on the O-ring, whenever reinstalling the cup Open the fuel...

- 39 - ⑤ Install the reservoir tank back, and fill the coolant/water to the MAX level. ⑥ Fill the radiator with coolant/water to the top ⑦ Reinstall the radiator cap <Caution> For the types of engine oil to use, refer to <8-2 Checking Coolant/Water> 11 Long-term Storage ! Danger :Electri...

- 40 - 11.2 Stacking ! Danger : Injuries If you have to stack two generators in warehouse, always proceed with the following steps. Ensure that there is no dent on bonnet, loosing bolt or no bolt in the generators. Always place the generators on a flat and stable surface, to keep the equipment from ...

- 41 - ! Caution :Injuries When performing equipment check and maintenance, always stop the engine. ! Caution :Fire ● Burns Battery may emit some combustible gas, so keep it away from fire and sparks. Temperature around muffler and exhaust can get extremely high. Keep any inflammable items (such as ...