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  1. Scoobyshep

    mep 005a run ten sec then quit changed transducer

    as soon as you place the set in run the low oil light will light (no pressure) when it starts push the test/reset switch to reset and release. that should shut that light off.
  2. Scoobyshep

    mep 005a run ten sec then quit changed transducer

    The gauge and oil pressure switch are separate. Personally I dont trust the gauges that much. as soon as the engine is running, turn on the battle short (s7) if it keeps running then it narrows the problem down to a handful of things. make sure you have actual oil pressure before doing...
  3. Scoobyshep

    mep 005a run ten sec then quit changed transducer

    What transducer did you replace? did it work before you replaced it? When it runs for 10 seconds is that after you release the start switch? If memory serves there are only 4 things that will stop the engine automatically, overspeed, high water temp, low oil pressure, and overvolt.
  4. Scoobyshep

    Advice needed - new guy with MEP004A

    all hoses eventually rot. I had to replace mine and the drain valve, had it leaking
  5. Scoobyshep

    Advice needed - new guy with MEP004A

    Id go straight with it. Vinegar isnt strong enough to cause damage Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  6. Scoobyshep

    Advice needed - new guy with MEP004A

    Since I installed the 004 we havent had a power outage longer than an hour. Utility has replaced alot of repairs in my area (apparently calling them every hour does get results). We call it my hurricane repellent. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  7. Scoobyshep

    Advice needed - new guy with MEP004A

    Central Florida here, so 100% understand the hot and miserable hurricane seasons Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  8. Scoobyshep

    Advice needed - new guy with MEP004A

    Small filter is a water separator. That can be cleaned. 2 big cans are the lead and lag fuel filter. The can in the block is the speed switch. It needs to be connected to run, it disables the starter above starting rpm, enables the field flash, and acts as an overspeed shutdown. Having gas is...
  9. Scoobyshep

    Advice needed - new guy with MEP004A

    I have never removed the tank, i believe it can be removed without too much disassembly though. The TMs should specify. Fuel consumption depends on load. A quick and rough estimate is 1gallon an hour. Since i installed my 004, we haven't had a significant outage so i dont have the data to...
  10. Scoobyshep

    Advice needed - new guy with MEP004A

    51004 There are a few things that can prevent it from making power. Get the engine going first and then we can troubleshoot the electricals. Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  11. Scoobyshep

    Advice needed - new guy with MEP004A

    Filters: wix oil 51004 Fuel wix 33512 10 micron 33540 6 micron. I usually use a 10 for the first filter and 6 for the 2nd. I use my 004 as a whole house stand by and did the single phase conversion. Highest ive run is 72 amps. Now for your set. Has it ever worked for you? What is it doing/...
  12. Scoobyshep

    CIVI Gen. thoughts.

    It looks like a cap from a metal halide ballast. what is it wired to? if the resistor is paralleled to the cap the resistor is a bleed off it slowly drains the cap when there is no power applied
  13. Scoobyshep

    Craig tulls drawing (003A)

    The way he described it, It sounds if he had permanently tapped the windings
  14. Scoobyshep

    Craig tulls drawing (003A)

    Ah so the your machine is already modified? Circled M is a meter Volts is directly reading the output voltage amps is reading the induced field for amperage through CT1 and CT2 CT 1&2 are transformers, they are taking the high current and making it...
  15. Scoobyshep

    Craig tulls drawing (003A)

    Should already be setup for single phase 120/240. Is your avr bad? And what part of the drawing do you need explained? Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  16. Scoobyshep

    The tale of an '003A

    Congrats on venturing into the mysterious world of injection pumps. Lifting can be a bit wonkey, my 003 came off the transport trailer partially by sliding, tilting and the assistance of an engine hoist. bout a month later it ended up on a new trailer, engine hoist and hand winch...
  17. Scoobyshep

    CIVI Gen. thoughts.

    Other thing to remember, the breaker rating it the trip point. They are ment to be loaded to 80% maximum umder normal circumstances Sent from my SM-G973U using Tapatalk
  18. Scoobyshep

    Mep-005a

    smoke can be bad timing, it can also be wetstacked. Check the TM for the timing procedure (theres marks on the flywheel and IP) if its timed right you might just need to burn the crap out of it.
  19. Scoobyshep

    CIVI Gen. thoughts.

    10 awg 12 awg and 14 awg actually are rated higher than 30 20 and 15 respectively. In the ampacacity tables of the nec theres a foot note that restricts them to 30 20 15. The other thing to consider is insulation grade, routing method (conduit cable free air) and length (tap rule) Sent from my...
  20. Scoobyshep

    MEP004A DC Circuit Interrupt trip issue

    Ok I had the same problem with my 004. There is one of 2 possible problems here. 1 something is drawing too much current 2 breaker is bad The following process needs to be done with care and a basic understanding of electrical testing processes. You will need a multimeter that does DC...
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