Section 08
Generators
Marine genset selection, sizing, installation and fault finding.
55Marine Diesel GeneratorsUnderstand marine diesel generators, cooling, wet exhaust, sound enclosures, loading and maintenance on Australian boats.56Sizing a Marine GeneratorSize a yacht generator using running watts, motor starting loads, power factor and duty cycle, and work out whether you need one at all.57Marine Generator InstallationPlan a marine genset installation with cooling, wet exhaust, anti-siphon protection, ventilation, fuel, sound control and compliant AC wiring.58Marine Generator TroubleshootingDiagnose marine genset starting, cooling, output, overload, voltage and shutdown faults safely, and know which checks need a licensed electrician.