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Atlas Copco QAS 138 Generator Set

The Atlas Copco QAS 138 is a 200 kW (250 kVA) standby generator set powered by a John Deere 6068HF150 engine. It is available at 208 V, 220 V, 240 V, 416 V, 440 V, 460 V and 480 V, 1-phase, 60 Hz and rated 375 A. It holds about 23.47 L (6.2 gal) of oil and 7.4 L (2.0 gal) of coolant. The set measures 1560×570×592.5 mm (61.4×22.4×23.3 in), weighs about 2203.85 kg (4859 lb) and produces 71 dBA. An integrated tank holds 70 L (18.5 gal).

200 kW
Standby
0.0068 L
Displacement
23.471689562 L
Oil capacity
3
Document types

Specifications

Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power200 kW
Standby kVA250
Controllerengine controller
Oil capacity23.471689562 L
AlternatorMecc Alte ECO 34 2L
Voltage options208 V, 220 V, 240 V, 416 V, 440 V, 460 V, 480 V
Phase1
Rated current[375, 435] A
Circuit breaker[3, 10] A
Battery voltage12 V
Coolant capacity7.4 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)1560×570×592 mm
Dry weight2203 kg
Sound level71.0 dBA
Fuel tank70.0 L

Engine

John Deere 6068HF150
Oil capacity23.471689562 L
Coolant capacity7.4 L
Displacement0.0068 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Fuel filter500 hr find
Oil filterDZ118286500 hr PartsGeek
Belt250 hr find
Coolant filter find
Oil500 hr

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Atlas Copco QAS 138?

The Atlas Copco QAS 138 is rated 200 kW standby (250.0 kVA).

What engine does the Atlas Copco QAS 138 use?

The Atlas Copco QAS 138 is powered by the John Deere 6068HF150 engine.

What is the oil capacity of the Atlas Copco QAS 138?

The John Deere 6068HF150 engine in the Atlas Copco QAS 138 has an oil capacity of 23.471689562 liters.

What alternator does the Atlas Copco QAS 138 use?

The Atlas Copco QAS 138 uses a Mecc Alte ECO 34 2L alternator.

Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
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.
High voltage at no load.Voltage potentiometer out of setting. Failed regulator.Reset Voltage. Substitute regulator.
Lower than rated voltage at load.Voltage potentiometer out of setting. Intervention by protection. Failed regulator.Reset voltage potentiometer. Current too high, power factor lower than 0.8, speed lower than 4% of rated speed. Substitute regulator.
Higher than rated voltage.Voltage potentiometer out of setting. Failed regulator.Reset Voltage. Substitute regulator.
Unstable voltage.Speed variation in engine. Regulator out of setting.Check engine rotation. Regulate the stability of regulator by acting on “STABILITY” potentiometer.
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
Prime6.8
Standby1.0
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)