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Old 06-21-2015, 03:28 PM   #1
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Default Westerbeke Generator RPM

I have a Westerbeke gasoline generator in my Maxum 2700 SCR. It runs at a fast RPM all the time whether its under a load or not. Is this normal to not idle back? Also, What RPM should it run and how can I check that?
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Old 06-21-2015, 10:56 PM   #2
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The RPM never changes. Older units run at a constant 3600 RPM for 60 HZ. A lot of the newer Westerbeke's run at 1800.

I know of two ways.

Most digital volt meters has a hertz setting. You should see 60 hertz.

A cheap digital tach works good too. You stick a piece of reflective tape on the side of the crankshaft pulley and aim the digital at it to get a RPM reading. Should be 3600.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Digital-Lase...-/331075626354
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Old 06-22-2015, 11:45 AM   #3
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Thank you.
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