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Generac MDE330 Generator Set

The Generac MDE330 is a 290 kW (363 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Perkins 1706J-E93TAG2 engine. It is available at 208/120 V, 240/120 V and 480/277 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1000 A. It holds about 7.9 L (2.1 gal) of oil and 10 L (2.6 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 43 °C. Starting uses 2 group-31 batteries rated 950 CCA at 24 V. The set weighs about 5502 kg (12130 lb) and produces 75 dBA at 23 m. An integrated tank holds 1593 L (420.8 gal), roughly 26.2 hours of runtime.

290 kW
Standby
9.3 L
Displacement
7.9 L
Oil capacity
4
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power290 kW
Standby kVA363
Prime power288 kW
Emissions4 Final
ControllerElectronics Model DSE8610 MKII, Power Zone Pro Sync
Oil capacity7.9 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA 46.3 L10
Voltage options208/120 V, 288/360 V, 000 V, 240/120 V, 290/363 V, 873 V, 480/277 V, 437 V
Phase
Rated current1000 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group31
Battery cranking950 CCA
Battery voltage24 VDC (2) V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity10 L
Max ambient43 °C
Dry weight5502 kg
Sound level75.0 dBA @ 23 m
Fuel tank1593.0 L
Tank runtime26.2 hr

Engine

Perkins 1706J-E93TAG2
Oil capacity31.7 L
Coolant capacity10.0 L
Displacement9.3 L
AspirationTurbocharged & Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Perkins 1706J-E93TAG2
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter find
Fuel filter find
Oil filter250 hr find
Belt find
Coolant
Coolant filter find
Oil

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Generac MDE330?

The Generac MDE330 is rated 290 kW standby (363.0 kVA).

What engine does the Generac MDE330 use?

The Generac MDE330 is powered by the Perkins 1706J-E93TAG2 engine.

What fuel does the Generac MDE330 use?

The Generac MDE330 runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Generac MDE330?

The Perkins 1706J-E93TAG2 engine in the Generac MDE330 has an oil capacity of 31.7 liters.

What alternator does the Generac MDE330 use?

The Generac MDE330 uses a Leroy-Somer LSA 46.3 L10 alternator.

Troubleshooting

4

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Low Load indicator LED is illuminated.Genset has operated at less than 30% capacity for more than 15 minutes.Increase electrical load. If unable to operate genset at more than 30% load, use a smaller generator.
Lug Door Open indicator LED is illuminated.Lug-box door is open.Close lug-box door. If condition remains unresolved, inspect lug-box door safety switch for proper operation.
Emergency Stop indicator LED is illuminated.Emergency Stop switch is active (pushed in).Deactivate (pull out) Emergency Stop switch.
Shutdown indicator LED is illuminated.Resolve shutdown condition.

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

Parts

26
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
010417Oil and filter1Oil PartsGeek
010418Fuel filter1Fuel filter PartsGeek
014008Genset ControllerController PartsGeek
014009Single-wall or double-wall fuel tank, Engine fluids (oil, coolant, and DEF) leak detection sensor, Fuel level sender, Fuel supply, Fuel returnSensor PartsGeek
014011Equipment damage. Do not attempt to start or operate a unit in need of repair or scheduled maintenance.Battery PartsGeek
015088DOC and DPF, DEF Injector, SCR moduleInjector PartsGeek
015091Primary tank, Secondary tank, Heated line/drain hose, Fuel return to main tank, Fuel return from engine, Fuel return to AUX tank, Fuel supply from AUX tank, Fuel supply to engine, Fill neckHose PartsGeek
0151133-Way fuel valve3-way fuel valve PartsGeek
0A988149.1 FT. GASKET DOOR RUBBER1Gasket PartsGeek
0C2655GASKET, M8 HINGE2Gasket PartsGeek
MK1019A02STRIP, LOCK WINDOW (38 INCHES)1Seal PartsGeek
MK1019A03GASKET, LOCKING, 1.05X.25X.06 (38 INCHES)1Gasket PartsGeek
000394WARNINGService part / kit PartsGeek
014007125 V, 15 A battery charger shore power plug (NEMA 5-15P) (If equipped)Service part / kit PartsGeek
014012Link board positions, voltage settingsService part / kit PartsGeek
015072Service part / kit PartsGeek
015074Service part / kit PartsGeek
015075Service part / kit PartsGeek
015078Link board panelService part / kit PartsGeek
015079Cam lock receptacle (10 locations) (if equipped)Service part / kit PartsGeek
015092Valve body, Handle, Fuel supply from main tankService part / kit PartsGeek
14509FIRE EXTINGUISHER - 5 LBS.1Service part / kit PartsGeek
18900ZCRod, door prop1Service part / kit PartsGeek
A0001003208ROD CAM 2 POINT LATCH2Service part / kit PartsGeek
A0001944388Service part / kit PartsGeek
A0002424889ST05 ENCL ROOF EXHAUST GRATE1Service part / kit PartsGeek

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime
Prime25%1.8
Prime50%3.1
Prime75%4.4
Prime100%6.1
Prime110%6.8
Standby

Available documents

Spec sheet — mde330 diesel gen ss (Generac)Reference — MDE-330-and-570-Final-1-2Owner's manual — mde330-owners-manual (Generac)Parts manual — A0001531048 (Generac)