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Generac MDE330 Generator Set

The Generac MDE330 is a 288 kW (360 kVA) Diesel prime 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. Starting uses 2 group-31 batteries rated 950 CCA at 24 V. The set weighs about 5502 kg (12130 lb). An integrated tank holds 1593 L (420.8 gal), roughly 26.2 hours of runtime.

7.9 L
Oil capacity
3
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Prime power288 kW
Emissions4 Final
ControllerPower Zone Pro Sync
Oil capacity7.9 L
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
Battery group31
Battery cranking950 CCA
Battery voltage24 VDC (2) V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity10 L
Dry weight5502 kg
Fuel tank1593.0 L
Tank runtime26.2 hr

Engine

Perkins 1706J-E93TAG2
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 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.

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
014009Single-wall or double-wall fuel tank, Engine fluids (oil, coolant, and DEF) leak detection sensor, Fuel level sender, Fuel supply, Fuel returnSensor buy
014011Equipment damage. Do not attempt to start or operate a unit in need of repair or scheduled maintenance.Battery buy
015088DOC and DPF, DEF Injector, SCR moduleInjector buy
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 buy
0151133-Way fuel valve3-way fuel valve buy
0A9881TRIM VINYL SEAL1Seal buy
0C2655GASKET, M8 HINGE2Gasket buy
MK1019A02STRIP, LOCK WINDOW (38 INCHES)1Seal buy
MK1019A03GASKET, LOCKING, 1.05X.25X.06 (38 INCHES)1Gasket buy
000394WARNINGService part / kit buy
010417Oil and filterService part / kit buy
010418A, B, C (repeated)Service part / kit buy
014007125 V, 15 A battery charger shore power plug (NEMA 5-15P) (If equipped)Service part / kit buy
014008Receptacle panel circuit breakersService part / kit buy
014012Link board positions, voltage settingsService part / kit buy
015072Service part / kit buy
015074Service part / kit buy
015075Service part / kit buy
015078Link board panelService part / kit buy
015079Cam lock receptacle (10 locations) (if equipped)Service part / kit buy
015092Valve body, Handle, Fuel supply from main tankService part / kit buy
14509FIRE EXTINGUISHER - 5 LBS.1Service part / kit dieselpartscenter $9.30
18900ZCROD, DOOR PROP8Service part / kit buy
A0001003208ROD CAM 2 POINT LATCH2Service part / kit buy
A0001944388DECAL BATTERY DISCONNECT MOBILEService part / kit buy
A0002424889ST05 ENCL ROOF EXHAUST GRATE1Service part / kit buy

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
Standby

Available documents

ReferenceOwner's manualParts manual