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Diesel Generator Notes

Diesel Generator Smoke,
  • Black Smoke – Overload / Lack of Fuel Air in Chamber
  • Blue Smoke – Lubrication oil mixed with fuel. Check the piston rings.
  • White Smoke – Water mixed with Fuel
Notes,
  • Diesel Density should be – 0.832 kg/L
  • Units per Liter - 3.6Kwh / Liter
  • Diesel Generator Efficiency – 40% to 60%
SAFETY TIPS:
  • Always make sure that generator set is properly Earthing. 
  • Neutral Earthing – 2 Nos. Body Earthing – 2 Nos.
  • If Multiple DGs, Separate 2 Earthing for Neutral and Common 2 Body Earthing 
  • Keep the generator fuel in safe and closed state, label the container or bottle to void unsafe act.
  • If there is any fuel shortage during generator operation, never try to inject fuel into tank as it is most hazardous and highly restricted.
  • Do not use any metallic objects to clean the battery terminals.  Metal objects can cause electrical short.  So always use insulated spanners.
  • Do not install batteries close to a fuse or switch where a spark may occur. Spark may cause fire or an explosion.
  • Make sure that the batteries are well ventilated.
  • Do not seal the battery inside of any machinery.

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