I don't think that "wet stacking" is an issue on newer Cummins gensets. The 5.9L ISB is PCM/ECM controlled and the injectors are electronically fired. They run clean no mater what the load or how long.
Kris Kirby wrote: > On Sun, 12 Feb 2006, Chuck Kelsey wrote: >> typical mobile installation? Maybe not. Do we DESIRE to run a certain >> level because we can? Sure, just like we may want to install a 100KW >> generator on site to run 3KW of load. That's fine if you can afford it, >> I suppose. My point was "is it needed?" > > This is digressing, but if it's a diesel, you don't want a 100KW generator > running a 3KW load or it will wet stack. > > http://www.allworlddieselgen.com/faq.htm (sales page) > > Quote: > 2) A diesel engine is subject to "wet stacking" or over fueling if run for > long periods of time with ultra light loads (less than 40% of the rated > output). "Wet Stacking" causes the engine to smoke and run rough because > the injectors become carbonized. Running a heavy load will usually clean > up the over-fuel condition and allow the engine to perform normally. > Diesel engines operate better and more fuel efficient when loaded (70-80% > is optimum). > > But again, I digress. > -- Jay Urish W5GM DCARA President ARRL Life Member Denton County ARRL VEC N5ERS VP/Trustee Monitoring 1292.30Ghz PL-100.0 441.375 PL-88.5 and 444.850 PL-88.5 Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
