Key Characteristics of the 15 KW Diesel Engine
The engine runs at 1800 RPM’s and is a slow turning liquid cooled (has a radiator ) diesel which is meant to be run for continuous power during an outage. This is a 4 cylinder engine with cylinder liners. This makes engine overhaul easy. The engine is rated EPA Tier 4. The owner can expect a minimum of 10,000 hours of usage. With proper care it will last indefinitely.
Engine: 4 Stroke, water cooled
Model type: 4L22BD
Cylinders: 4
Bore×stroke(mm): 85x90
Intake Method: Naturally aspirated
Displacement(L): 2.156
Cooling method: Water Cooled
Generator Alternator Specification
Alternator model number: TDFW-15KW
Rated Power: 15KW
Rated Voltage: 120V 125 AMP / 240V / 62.5 Amp
Rated Current: According to the selected voltage or Phase
Rated Frequency: 60HZ
Rated Speed (RPM): 1800
Power Factor: 1 single phase
Phase Connection: Single
Excitation Method: Brushless
Voltage Regulation: AVR
High-quality lubrication sealed for long bearing life
AVR 120V/ 240V
Enclosure
The enclosure is a 67db at 7 meters distance. The canopy is a corrosion resistant powder coated steel. The canopy does have silencing foam layer inside the canopy. The engine, alternator and control panel are protected from the weather. The generator is manufactured to be placed outside in the environment.
Fuel Tank / Consumption / Capacity
30 Gallon drop tank
At half load this tank will allow you to run 62 hours on a tank of fuel.
Fuel Consumption
Consumption at ½ load .8 gallons and hour
Consumption at ¾ load 1.1 gallons per hour
Consumption at full load 1.5 gallons per hour
Automatic Transfer Switch
This generator comes with a wall mounted 200AMP Automatic Transfer Switch. It provides easy installation to your building so the auto start and stop features can work when the power goes out. With the Transfer Switch installed your generator is capable of Auto Starting when it detects a loss in voltage from your mains. Conversely it will Auto Stop when it detects a stable voltage in your mains.
Deep Sea Digital Controller 7220
Backed up real time clock
USB connectivity
Five key menu navigation
Fully configurable via PC software
Front panel editor
LED and LCD alarm indication
Engine exercise mode
Configurable start & fuel outputs
kWh monitoring
Automatic load transfer
9 Configurable inputs
6 Configurable outputs
Power save mode
PIN protected programming
Multiple date and time maintenance scheduler
Low fuel level alarm
Sleep mode
Load switching (Load shedding and dummy load outputs)
Exhaust Vents at the top of the enclosure
This generator exhaust system vents through the top of the enclosure so that it can be sleeved to vent out a wall, ceiling, barn, trailer, shed and other type of enclosures that house the generator .
Size, Weight, and How Your Generator will Arrive
We fill your generator with Fluids (Diesel 15-40 oil and Anti freeze) and test run them at our location. When you receive the generator all you will have to do is fill it with diesel and connect the battery cables to the battery. We will download the Automatic Transfer Switch information to you so you can forward it to your electrician. All other documents will be with the generator.
The generator will ship FOB from our warehouse 85040 zip code.
2200 lbs 74x34x43 and is a freight class 65.
Affordable Generator does not book the shipping.
Freightquote handles all the freight for Affordable Generator.
We use Freightquote.com because they will extend the best freight rates in the nation to our customers. They draft the bill of lading, schedule the pickups and track all the freight for the customer. Freightquote.com has the leverage with the big freight companies and handles insurance, claims and all the functions need to ship your product.
Why buy an air cooled propane or natural gas generator with a life expectancy of 3,000 hours when you can get a liquid cooled diesel that will last 10,000-20,000 hours for the same price and it burns less fuel?
PRICE COMPARISON
Affordable Generator
15KW Liquid Cooled Diesel/ 200 AMP $5500.00
Generac
17KW Air Cooled Part Number LP 5886 / 200 AMP ATS $4,895.00
Kohler
18KW Air Cooled 18RESL LP / 200AMP ATS $4,999.00
Briggs Stratton
15KW Air Cooled 40303BATS LP / 200AMP ATS $4,999.00
Winco
15KW PSS15B4W Air Cooled / No ATS $6,999.00
Facts you should know before purchasing a Standby Generator
Why should you purchase a Diesel Engine
For back-up power systems diesel generators are the ultimate choice. Diesel engines run at lower RPM’S, and offer up to three times or more fuel economy over other type of engines. Diesel engines have long operational life and the ability to handle heavy work loads. Diesel engines use much less fuel then gas or propane.These units run at 1800 RPM. They usually are a bit quieter, and are water cooled. They have fully pressurized lubrication systems, and sophisticated fuel systems. These units offer clean power output, and very low maintenance. These units are a favorite in smaller commercial applications, and are often the system of choice with the best home standby units, and are often used as the sole power source in remote areas. Life expectancy is easily 10,000 to 20,000 hours.
Diesel Verses Propane Fuel
Q: Why is diesel the fuel of choice among most large users such as hospitals, police and fire departments?
Industrial Grade Diesel Generators
A: Diesel fuel is much more economical and safer than any other fuel available.
20 gallons of diesel fuel = 47.20 gallons of LP gas or 10 - 20Lb. containers
50 gallons of diesel fuel = 118 gallons (28 - 20 Lb. cylinders) of LP gas.
Q: Liquid propane lasts "forever". Isn't that better than diesel fuel?
A: No. Diesel fuel has a very long life. In our experience, 1 year is not out of the ordinary and when treated with diesel fuel treatment, up to 2 years in not unusual. We know from real-life experience that we can return to a diesel engine that has not been run in a year, charge the batteries, change the fuel filter and RUN THAT ENGINE, with no adverse effects.
Although it is true that liquid propane has a very long shelf life, when you have to have the equivalent amount in relation to the amount you would need for diesel fuel, do you REALLY want that much of a volatile product sitting on the shelf? Remember that you need 2.36 gallons of LP gas to equal 1 gallon of diesel fuel. Over twice the amount of diesel fuel. (Please note that 1gallon of LP gas equals 4.23 pounds at 60 degrees Fahrenheit.)
To many that may not be an issue at all, but to us, that is a very large quantity of very volatile fuel to have around, especially near the house!
