Diesel Generator Tech

Starlight Power will guide you to learn the common reasons your generator cannot start. 1) It’s low on oil Check the oil level in the crankcase. Add oil if the level is low. Keep in mind that attempting to run the generator on an uneven surface might cause the low-oil sensor to trigger despite there being enough oil. 2) It’s out of gas Check the gas tank to make sure a sufficient amount of gasoline remains in the tank. Add fresh gasoline when necessary (to avoid clogs and hard starts, do not use old or stale gasoline. If the gasoline is older than two months, replace it with fresh gasoline). 3) The choke lever is in the wrong position The choke of any engine should be set to “closed” during startups and then moved to “open” once the engine warms up. Depending on the style of your generator, this choke lever may be positioned in a few different places. On many generators, it can be found directly above the air filter on the side of the unit. On others, the chok...

Electric generators are, actually the lifesavers. They are backup power sources that convert fuel supply usually propane, diesel or gasoline, into electrical energy. They are the primary sources of electrical supply during power outages. This energy is used in an external circuit. Direct current generators The dynamo was the first electrical generator capable of delivering power for industry. The dynamo uses electromagnetic induction to convert mechanical rotation into direct current through the use of a commutator. Homopolar generator A homopolar generator is a DC electrical generator comprising an electrically conductive disc or cylinder rotating in a plane perpendicular to a uniform static magnetic field. A potential difference is created between the center of the disc and the rim (or ends of the cylinder), the electrical polarity depending on the direction of rotation and the orientation of the field. MHD generator A magnetohydrodynamic generator directly...

All electric generators   have a maximum capacity based on two things—the capacity to generate electricity, and the engine that drives that generator. The greater the load, the more work the engine must do. 1 horsepower is about equivalent to 746 watts. If your motor is capable of one horsepower, the maximum power you can generate is 1 horsepower minus the mechanical losses of turning the generating unit. Generators are protected by circuit breakers that allow a few seconds of very high current, but will trip if the current stays high for too long. This “surge” allows the generator to start motors which require higher current to go from Zero RPMs to running speed. The main breaker is sized in accordance with the generator’s ability to produce current without burning itself up. Example A Kubota Diesel Generator rated at 12,000 watts (12 kilowatts) has a surge capacity of 14 kilowatts. It is powered by a Kubota D902 3-cylinder diesel engine rated at 20.4 hor...

An electric motor is an electrical machine that converts electrical energy into mechanical energy. Most electric motors operate through the interaction between the motor's magnetic field and winding currents to generate force. In certain applications, such as in regenerative braking with traction motors, electric motors can be used in reverse as generators to recover energy that might otherwise be lost as heat and friction. An electric generator operates in the reverse direction, converting mechanical energy into electrical energy. Electric generator can be divided into various type, open type, silent type, trailer type, portable type and container type, etc. Electric generator is mainly composed of diesel engine & alternator. Electric generator set is mainly composed of engine, alternator, control module, and common base. Electric generator :- Electric generator is a type of machine which converts mechanical input (energy) into electrical output (...

Each generator set has a name board, generally nailed on the casing of alternator or the empty open casing. The information on the name board is used for identify the generator as well as its operating characteristics, which includes type number, set serial number, output voltage, phase and frequency, and designed power (output power is expressed by KVA or KW). This information will be represented again in the technical data sheet attached with this manual for reference. All of the serial numbers are unique and won’t be repeated. These numbers are required when buying accessories and after services. Diesel engine As the power resource of the electric generating set, the diesel engine is specially designed and manufactured for this electric generating set and of secure and reliable performance. Diesel engine belongs to industrial 4 stroke compression ignition type and complement with relevant accessories for the purpose of stable power supply. The accessories include cy...

Diesel Electric Generator Set  Many years experience on diesel engine generator design and production enable this machine to supply with improved efficacy and stable high quality power This manual of technical operation and maintenance provides users with methods for maintenance and operation. Applied with the reference to diesel manual and alternator manual, this manual could ensure this   electric generator a long-term high effective operation. It must   be attention that frequent maintenance is required under dirty or dusty environment in order to ensure regular operation. Ensure to have the special trained professionals to implement adjustment and maintenance for this generator. Each electric generator casing has a piece of name board on which displays the type and   number of the generating set. These numbers were required when order replacement parts or after service. Security 2.1 General description The generator is extremely...