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Atlas Copco QAS 108 Generator Set

The Atlas Copco QAS 108 is a 150 kW (200 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a John Deere 6068TF250 engine. It is available at 208 V, 220 V, 240 V, 416 V, 440 V, 460 V and 480 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 320 A. It holds about 17.36 L (4.6 gal) of oil and 7 L (1.8 gal) of coolant. Starting uses 8 group-12 batteries at 12 V. The set measures 1560×570×592.5 mm (61.4×22.4×23.3 in), weighs about 2104.39 kg (4639 lb) and produces 69 dBA. An integrated tank holds 70 L (18.5 gal). The same 6068TF250 engine also powers generator sets from John Deere and MQ Power.

150 kW
Standby
0.0068 L
Displacement
17.3648938272 L
Oil capacity
3
Document types

Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power150 kW
Standby kVA200
Controllerengine controller
Oil capacity17.3648938272 L
AlternatorMecc Alte ECO 34 1L
Voltage options208 V, 220 V, 240 V, 416 V, 440 V, 460 V, 480 V
Phase1
Rated current[320, 375] A
Power factorcos phi 0.85
Circuit breaker[3, 10] A
Battery group12V
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity8
Coolant capacity7.0 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)1560×570×592 mm
Dry weight2104 kg
Sound level69.0 dBA
Fuel tank70.0 L

Engine

John Deere 6068TF250
Oil capacity17.3648938272 L
Coolant capacity7.0 L
Displacement0.0068 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the John Deere 6068TF250
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter2000 hr find
Fuel filter500 hr find
Oil filterDZ118286500 hr PartsGeek
Belt250 hr find
Coolant
Coolant filter find
Oil500 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Atlas Copco QAS 108?

The Atlas Copco QAS 108 is rated 150 kW standby (200.0 kVA).

What engine does the Atlas Copco QAS 108 use?

The Atlas Copco QAS 108 is powered by the John Deere 6068TF250 engine.

What fuel does the Atlas Copco QAS 108 use?

The Atlas Copco QAS 108 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Atlas Copco QAS 108?

The John Deere 6068TF250 engine in the Atlas Copco QAS 108 has an oil capacity of 17.3648938272 liters.

What alternator does the Atlas Copco QAS 108 use?

The Atlas Copco QAS 108 uses a Mecc Alte ECO 34 1L alternator.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Alternator does not excite.Blown fuse.Replace fuse.
After being excited alternator does not excite.Insufficient residual voltage.
Low voltage at no load.No residual voltage.
High voltage at no load.Connections are interrupted.Check connection cables as per attached drawings.
Lower than rated voltage at load.Voltage potentiometer out of setting.Reset voltage.
Higher than rated voltage at load.Intervention by protection.Check rpm.
Unstable voltage.Winding failure.Check windings.
The starter motor turns the engine too slowly- Battery capacity too low. - Bad electrical connection. - Fault in starter motor. - Wrong grade of lubricating oil.
The engine does not start or is difficult to start- Starter motor turns engine too slowly. - Fuel tank empty. - Fault in fuel control solenoid. - Restriction in a fuel pipe. - Fault in fuel lift pump. - Dirty fuel filter element. - Air in fuel system. - Fault in atomisers. - Cold start system used incorrectly. - Fault in cold start system. - Restriction in fuel tank vent. - Wrong type or grade of fuel used.
Not enough power- Restriction in a fuel pipe. - Fault in fuel lift pump. - Dirty fuel filter element. - Restriction in air filter/cleaner or induction system. - Air in fuel system. - Fault in atomisers or atomisers of an incorrect type. - Restriction in fuel tank vent. - Wrong type or grade of fuel used. - Restricted movement of engine speed control. - Restriction in exhaust pipe
Engine hard to start or will not start.Dirty or faulty injection nozzles; Crankcase oil too heavy; Improper type of fuel; Water, dirt or air in fuel system; Clogged fuel filter; Engine overloaded; Intake air restriction; Clogged fuel filterConsult authorized diesel repair station; Use cold weather starting aids; Verify correct starting procedure; Use oil of proper viscosity; Drain, flush, fill, and bleed system; Replace filter element; Reduce load; Service air cleaner; Replace filter elements; Use proper fuel
Engine overloaded.Reduce load
Intake air restriction.Service air cleaner
Clogged fuel filter.Replace filter elements; Drain, flush, fill, and bleed system; Replace fuel filter element
Improper type of fuel.Use proper type of fuel for operating conditions; Use proper fuel
Overheated engine.See “Engine Overheats”
Low coolant temperature.Remove and check thermostat; Warm up engine to normal operating temperature
Engine knocks.See “Engine Overheats”
Defective thermostat.Remove and check thermostat; Check water temperature with thermometer and replace, if necessary
Engine runs irregularly or stalls frequently.Dirty or faulty injection nozzlesSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Defective temperature gauge or sender.Check gauge, sender and connections
Engine emits white smoke.Engine out of timeSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Engine out of time.See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Engine emits black or gray exhaust smoke.Turbocharger not functioningSee your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Low coolant level.Fill radiator to proper level, check radiator and hoses for loose connections or leaks; Check thermostat
Faulty radiator cap.Have service company check
Stretched poly-vee belt or defective belt tension.Check automatic belt tensioners and check belts for stretching. Replace as required
Low engine oil level.Check oil level. Add as required
Cooling system needs flushing.Flush cooling system
Engine overheats.Incorrect grade of fuelUse correct grade of fuel
Clogged or dirty air cleaner.Service air cleaner
Improper valve clearance.See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Injection nozzles dirty.See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
Defective turbocharger.See your authorized servicing dealer or engine distributor
High fuel consumption.Low engine temperatureCheck thermostat; Check water temperature with thermometer and replace, if necessary
Engine shuts down after approx. 15 seconds.Poor connection on oil or coolant temperature switchesCheck connections; Check controller DIP switches
Alternator doe not excite.Blown Fuse. Insufficient Voltage. No residual Voltage.Replace Fuse. Increase speed by 15%. For an instant apply on the + and – terminals of the electronic regulator a 12 V battery voltage with a 30 ? resistor in series respecting the polarities.
After being excited, alternator does not excite.Connections are interrupted. Low voltage at no load. Voltage potentiometer out of setting. Intervention of protection. Winding Failure.Check connection cables per drawings. Reset Voltage. Check RPM. Check Windings.
Higher than rated voltage.Voltage potentiometer out of setting. Failed regulator.Reset Voltage. Substitute regulator.
Incorrect starting procedure.Verify correct starting procedure.
No fuel.Check fuel in tank and manual shut-off valve.
Exhaust restricted.Check and correct exhaust restriction.
Fuel filter plugged or full of water.Replace fuel filter or drain water from filter.
Injection pump not getting air or fuel.Check fuel flow at supply pump or bleed fuel system.
Engine cranks but will not start.Fau

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
No/full load6.87.9
Prime
Standby
Standby25%0.30.78125
Standby50%0.51.125
Standby75%0.81.875
Standby100%1.12.53125

Available documents

Spec sheet — Atlas Copco (Atlas Copco)Reference — Equipamentos para Aluguer tcm55-120599Service manual — QAS 108 - 138 JD Inst (Atlas Copco)Service manual — QAS 108 PD Inst 1997 (Atlas Copco)Service manual — QAS 108 PD USA Inst 1998 (Atlas Copco)

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