AC Generator

Synchronization Generator

:Introduction

Diesel Generators are useful appliances that

supply electrical power during a power
outage and prevent discontinuity of daily
activities or disruption of business operations
Once youve decided to purchase a generator
set, there are several considerations you
must keep sin choosing which set to buy,
where to install it and how to install it. This
guide will help you make informed decisions
during the selection and installation process.

Principle Of operation
Depend on the principle of magnetic
induction, an EMF is induced in a coil as
a result of:
1) A coil cutting through magnetic field.
2) A magnetic field cutting through coil.
As long as there is a relative motion
between a conductor and magnetic
field, a voltage will be induced in the
conductor.

Generator Component

Standby OR Prime Power

The first determination you will need to

make is whether you will standby or
prime power.
Simply stated, prime power is required
when you have no other source of
power.
A standby set steps in and picks up
designated loads when your main
power supply is not available.

Gas OR Diesel
There are three main components to a
generator set:
A Diesel or Gas Engine which drives an
electrical generator end and is monitored /
governed by various Controls.
Engines are either spark ignited (gas, natural
gas) or compression ignited (diesel).
Diesel engines are better for heavy duty and
last longer.
Diesel fuel is also less combustion, making it
safer to handle and store.

Operating Speed

Electric equipment is designed to use power with

fixed frequency 60HZ or 50HZ
The frequency output of a generator depends on a
fixed engine speed.
To produce 50HZ electricity, most engines operate
at 1500 or 3000 rpm.
1500 RPM, four pole sets are the most common.
They offer the best balance of noise, efficiency and
engine life.
3600 RPM, two pole sets are smaller and
lightweight, best suited for portable, light-duty
applications.

Features & Benefits to look

Engine block: recommended 4 cycle, liquid cooled, industrial

duty diesel engines.
Air or Liquid cooling: air cooled engines require a tremendous
amount of air. They are noisy too.
Engine Speed: should be governed by a mechanical or
electronic governor.
The lubrication system: should have a full flow spin-on oil filter
with bypass.
DC Electrical System: starter motor, battery charger, alternator
with a solid state voltage regulator, start / stop switch.
Intake and Exhaust: Residential muffler.
Automatic voltage Regulator: will provide clean power.
A steel skid frame: keep everything in one piece and eases
installation.
Anti-vibration Plugs: mounts isolate engine vibration for
smooth, quiet operation.

What Size will I need?

A set that is too small wont last, will smoke and

can do damage to your electrical equipment.
If it is too large, the engine will carbon up,
slobber fuel and run inefficiently
We recommended that a generator set never run
cont. with less than 25% load.
35% to 70% is optimum.
To estimate your electrical load, total the wattage
of all equipment youll operate at one time.
In addition to load requirements, it is important
to consider motor starting load.

AC Switchgear and Controls

All generator systems require a circuit

breaker and a distribution panel
The circuit breaker protects the generator
set from short circuit and unbalanced
loads.
The distribution panel divides and routs
the connected loads and includes circuit
breakers to protect these loads.
Auto-start, auto-transfer systems are
available.

Installation and Location

Air inlet for combustion and engine cooling.

Outlets for exhaust and hot cooling air.
Fuel, battery and AC electrical connections.
Rigid, level mounting platforms.
Open accessibility for easy service.
Isolation from living space. Keep noise and
exhaust away from occupied area.
Space and equipment to extinguish a fire.
Minimize the possibility of fire danger.
Anti-Vibration Plugs.

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