AIR-COOLED DIESEL GENERATOR TABLE OF CONTENTS Page number Chapter 1 Technical Specifications and Data 1-1 Technical specifications and data 1-2 Basic operating instructions 1-3 General dimensions and overview of generator Chapter 2 Operating the Diesel Generator 2-1 Main points of safety during operation of the generator 2-2 Preparation before operation 2-3 Checking the operation of the diesel engine 2-4 Starting the generator...
AIR-COOLED DIESEL GENERATOR CHAPTER 1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DATA 1-1 Technical specifications and data CHANGFA Single-cylinder diesel generator CFA6500CL E /CF CFA6500CL E S A6500CX E /CFA6500CX E S Rated frequency (Hz) 220 230 240 110 Rated voltage (V) /220 115/230 120/2 380/220 400/230 420/240 Rated output power (kVA)
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OWNER’S MANUAL C: recoil starter C: recoil starter Starter system E: recoil starter/electric E: recoil starter/electric starter (summer), 1 0 # 0# (summer), 10# (winter), Fuel type (winter), 3 5 # ( c h i l l 35#(chill cold) diesel cold) diesel Lube oil SAE 15W 40...
OWNER’S MANUAL 1-2 Basic operating instructions 1-2.1 Under the given conditions, the generator will output the specified power in the table listed below. Table 1. Height above sea level (ft) Ambient temperature ( +60 (+20 1-2.1 Under the given conditions, the generator will output the approximate power in the table listed below.
OWNER’S MANUAL CHAPTER 2 OPERATING THE DIESEL GENERATOR 2-1 General main points of safety during operation of the generator set. In order to operate the generator set safely, please follow all the instructions provided in this manual carefully. Doing so otherwise may lead to accidents and or equipment damage.
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OWNER’S MANUAL Note: When connecting devices to the generator, make sure all other devices are rated lower than the generators output. Any generator socket should not be overloaded over its regulated limit 2-1.5 Other safety points Before operating this generator, all operators should have a good knowledge of how to break the circuit if any accidents occur.
Otherwise it will clog the fuel lines and oil nozzles. It may also damage your pressure pump. Note: It is dangerous to overfill the fuel tank. Never exceed the red piston in the filter. CFA6500 Type APG3201 CXES The effective volume of fuel 12.5 12.5 tank:(L) (US gal) a.
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OWNER’S MANUAL 2-2.2 Filling engine oil Remove the dipstick from the engine Make sure the generator is on level ground, and fill the engine with 15W40 engine oil. Put the dipstick back into the hole to check the engine oil level. Engine oil is the most important factor in determining the life of your generator engine.
OWNER’S MANUAL 2-2.3 Checking the air filter (1) Loosen the butterfly nut, take the cover of the air filter off and take the air filter element out. Do not wash the air filter element. When the performance of the engine decreases or when the color of the exhaust gases is bad, exchange the filter element.
OWNER’S MANUAL 2-3.3 Engine break in When you purchase a brand new engine, the engine must be properly broken in. The break in period is about 20 hours. (1) Avoid overloading the engine when brand new (2) Change the engine oil according to specifications. An oil change for a brand new engine is about 20 hours or every month, an older engine, the oil change is about 100 hours or three months.
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OWNER’S MANUAL The electromagnetic iron will be triggered, now turn it clockwise to the “START” position. 4. After the diesel engine is started, remove your hand from the switch handle; the switch will automatically reset itself to the “ON” position. 5.
OWNER’S MANUAL 2-6 Proper operation of the generator 2-6.1 Operating the diesel engine 1. Pre-heat the diesel engine for 3 minutes under no load conditions. 2. First check the height of the lubricating oil level, if it is low, refill it. Our diesel engines are equipped with an oil switch that will notify you if the oil pressure...
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OWNER’S MANUAL Connect the large loads onto the generator first. If everything is functional, smaller loads can then be added. If the generator shuts off, it may be because the load being drawn by all the various devices are too high. In this event, decrease the number of small devices until everything is functional.
OWNER’S MANUAL 2-8 Stopping the generator 1. Take the electrical load of f the generator . 2. Put the speed handle in the “RUN” position and let the engine run for 3 minutes after unloading. Do not stop the engine immediately let it warm down. Stopping the diesel engine suddenly may the temperature of the engine abnormally lock the nozzle and damage the diesel...
OWNER’S MANUAL CHAPTER 3 MAINTENANCE 3-1 Maintenance schedules Keeping your generator well maintained will prolong the life of your generator. Everything needs to be checked including the diesel engine, generator, control cabinet, and frame. Before starting the maintenance, make sure the diesel engine is off. Please refer to the Table 3-1 for the proper maintenance schedule.
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OWNER’S MANUAL 3-1.1 Changing the engine oil (every 200 hours) Take the oil cover off. Remove the oil drain plug when the diesel engine is still hot. Be careful of hot oil and hot engine as you may get burned. The bolt is located at the bottom of the cylinder.
OWNER’S MANUAL 3-1.5 Battery check Make sure the battery acid is full. The engine uses a 12V battery. Due to numerous starting cycles, the battery acid may be used up. Also, before filling, verify that the battery is not damaged in any way. Add distilled water to the battery when filling.
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OWNER’S MANUAL 4-1 Questions and doubts If you do not understand anything or have any questions, please feel free to contact your local dealer or with our company directly. Below is a list of some information you should have ready before contacting your local dealer or us. 1.
OWNER’S MANUAL CHAPTER 5 GENERATOR PARTS DIAGRAMS AND LISTINGS Figure 5-1. Table 5-1. Number Part Description Quantity Part Number (CFA6500CXE) CFeries diesel engine CFA6500CXE1 Starter Motor CFA6500CXE2 Flywheel generator CFA6500CXE3 Bolt CFA6500CXE4 Voltage Regulator CFA6500CXE5 Battery Cable (red) CFA6500CXE6 Battery Cable (black) CFA6500CXE7 Battery CFA6500CXE8...
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OWNER’S MANUAL Table 5-2. Number Part Description Quantity Part Number (CFA6500CXE) M6 x 25 Bolt CFA6500CXE17 M6 Flat washer CFA6500CXE18 Shock absorber CFA6500CXE19 Washer CFA6500CXE20 M6 Nut CFA6500CXE21 Engine cover CFA6500CXE22 Rubber cover CFA6500CXE23 Handrail CFA6500CXE24 M8 x 65 Bolt CFA6500CXE25 Plastic gasket CFA6500CXE26...
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OWNER’S MANUAL Battery CFA6500CXE33 M8x12 bolts CFA6500CXE34 Rubber absorber CFA6500CXE35 Motor mount CFA6500CXE36 Battery tray CFA6500CXE37 M6 Nut CFA6500CXE38 Spring washer 6 CFA6500CXE39 M6 x 35 Bolt CFA6500CXE40 M10 Nut CFA6500CXE41 Spring washer 10 CFA6500CXE42 Flat washer 10 CFA6500CXE43 M10 x 20 CFA6500CXE44 Bracket CFA6500CXE45...
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OWNER’S MANUAL Figure 5-3. Table 5-3. Part Number Number Part Description Quantity (CFA6500CXE) Positive DC port CFA6500CXE69 Negative DC port CFA6500CXE70 Grounded bolt CFA6500CXE71 Bolt CFA6500CXE72 Large Nut CFA6500CXE73 Bolt CFA6500CXE74 Bolt CFA6500CXE75 Large Nut CFA6500CXE76 Current Adjusting CFA6500CXE77 Switch 3 prong Socket CFA6500CXE78 Bolt...
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OWNER’S MANUAL Hour meter CFA6500CXE85 Hour meter bolts CFA6500CXE86 DC Fuse CFA6500CXE87 Voltmeter CFA6500CXE88 CFA6500CXE89 4 prong socket CFA6500CXE90 Breaker bracket CFA6500CXE91 CFA6500CXE92 Breaker CFA6500CXE93 Wiring harness CFA6500CXE94 Electrical box CFA6500CXE95 Figure 5-4. Table 5-4. Number Part Description Quantity Part Number (CFA6500CXE) Front end cover CFA6500CXE96 Diode...
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OWNER’S MANUAL Figure 5-5. Fuel system components Table 5-5. Number Part Description Quantity Part Number (CFA6500CXE) Fuel Cap CFA6500CXE111 Seal CFA6500CXE112 Filtering cup CFA6500CXE113 M5 x 10 screw CFA6500CXE114 Fuel lever indicator CFA6500CXE115 M6 x 25 Bolt CFA6500CXE116 Large flat washer 6 CFA6500CXE117 Fuel tank lining CFA6500CXE118...
OWNER’S MANUAL Limited Warranty All-Power America warrants to the original purchaser who uses the product in a consumer application (personal, residential or household usage) that all products covered under this Warranty are free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase.
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Merchandise sold by All-Power America which has been manufactured by and identified as the product of another company, such as gasoline engines. The product manufacturer's Warranty, if any, will apply.