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Generac MDG150 Generator Set

The Generac MDG150 is a 114 kW (114 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a John Deere 6068HFG05 engine. It is available at 120 V and 277 V, ['Single Phase', 'Three Phase']-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 32.5 L (8.6 gal) of oil and 42 L (11.1 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 49 °C. Starting uses 1 group-31 battery rated 1000 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 3683.5×1524×2159.1 mm (145.0×60.0×85.0 in), weighs about 2820 kg (6217 lb) and produces 75 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 343 L (90.6 gal), roughly 39 hours of runtime. The same 6068HFG05 engine also powers generator sets from Hipower.

114 kW
Standby
6.8 L
Displacement
32.5 L
Oil capacity
3
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power114 kW
Standby kVA114
Prime power108 kW
EmissionsTier IV Final
ControllerElectronics DSE7310 MKII, Power Zone
Oil capacity32.5 L
AlternatorGenerac 363CSL1607
Voltage options120 V, 240 V, 473 V, 208 V, 450 V, 277 V, 480 V, 503 V, 416 V
PhaseSingle Phase,Three Phase
Power factor[1, 0.8]
Circuit breaker600 A
Battery group31
Battery cranking1000 CCA
Battery voltage12VDC V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity42 L
Max ambient49 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3683×1524×2159 mm
Dry weight2820 kg
Sound level75.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank343.0 L
Tank runtime39 hr

Engine

John Deere 6068HFG05
Oil capacity32.5 L
Coolant capacity42.0 L
Displacement6.8 L
AspirationTurbocharged and Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the John Deere 6068HFG05
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDisposable air filter – paper element find
Fuel filterFuel Filtering (microns)×21500 hr find
Oil filterOil Filter Type500 hr find
BeltFan Type find
CoolantCooling System Capacity – gal (L)11.0 L6000 hr
OilCrankcase Capacity – qts (L)34.3 L500 hr

Compatible filters for the John Deere 6068HFG05 — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Air filter: John Deere AR79680 John Deere 4S00686R John Deere AH115833 John Deere RE181915 John Deere F434389J
  • Oil filter: John Deere RE519987 John Deere RE555072 John Deere DZ118286 John Deere AR58956 John Deere TCA10018

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Generac MDG150?

The Generac MDG150 is rated 114 kW standby (114.0 kVA).

What engine does the Generac MDG150 use?

The Generac MDG150 is powered by the John Deere 6068HFG05 engine.

What fuel does the Generac MDG150 use?

The Generac MDG150 runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Generac MDG150?

The John Deere 6068HFG05 engine in the Generac MDG150 has an oil capacity of 32.5 liters.

What alternator does the Generac MDG150 use?

The Generac MDG150 uses a Generac 363CSL1607 alternator.

What oil filter does the Generac MDG150 use?

The Generac MDG150 uses oil filter part numbers JOHN DEERE RE519987, JOHN DEERE RE555072.

What air filter does the Generac MDG150 use?

The Generac MDG150 uses air filter part numbers JOHN DEERE AR79680, JOHN DEERE 4S00686R.

Troubleshooting

6

Fault codes

CodeMeaning
FXXXIndicates a fault state. The DVR stops providing excitation.

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Low Load indicator LED is illuminated.Resolve by increasing electrical load. If unable to operate genset at more than 30% load, use a smaller generator.
Lug Door Open indicator LED is illuminated.Resolve by closing lug-box door. If condition remains unresolved, inspect lug-box door safety switch for proper operation.
Emergency Stop indicator LED is illuminated.Resolve by deactivating (pulling out) Emergency Stop switch.
Shutdown indicator LED is illuminated.Resolve by resolving shutdown condition.
AXXX indicates an alarm state. The DVR continues to provide excitation, if excitation is enabled.[blank] Indicates normal operation in SLEEP mode. STBY Indicates normal operation in stand-by mode, waiting for the STRT state. STRT Indicates DVR is in a soft start state. RUN.V Indicates normal operation, with excitation in AVR mode. RUN.I Indicates normal operation, with excitation in FCR mode. RUN.P Indicates normal operation, with excitation in VAR or PF mode. FLSH Indicates DVR is in field flashing mode. IDLE Indicates normal operation in idle state, waiting for the speed to take off.

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

Parts

17
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
002858aCAPLow idle switch PartsGeek
011064Cold Weather OperationCold weather operation PartsGeek
011134Engine exhaustEngine exhaust PartsGeek
011135Generator boxGenerator box PartsGeek
10000037182Clamp, hose - spring type CTB-27ST6Hose PartsGeek
50332Hose, fuel .750 ID 35 PSI SAE 30R71Hose PartsGeek
60316Clamp, hose - SAE 032 (1.56-2.50)4Hose PartsGeek
002806Phase rotation must be compatibleService part / kit PartsGeek
003574Quick Disconnect Fittings for the LightsService part / kit PartsGeek
004866A 20 A circuit breakers B 50 A circuit breaker (3 locations) C 120/240 V twist-lock receptacle (3 locations) D 120 V GFCI receptacle (2 locations)Service part / kit PartsGeek
006429Owner’s Manual for Mobile GeneratorService part / kit PartsGeek
011068Status: Generator at Rest, Stop Mode, 22:31Service part / kit PartsGeek
011136DANGER Electrocution. Do not disable or modify the connection box door safety switch.Service part / kit PartsGeek
51551Decal set, safety1Service part / kit PartsGeek
51552Decal, high temp1Service part / kit PartsGeek
54005CAP, DEF FILL1Service part / kit PartsGeek
55104CAP, FUEL FILL 3.50 - GREEN1Service 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
Prime25%12.9
Prime50%19.9
Prime75%26.9
Prime100%33.0
Prime110%9.5
Standby25%13.6
Standby50%22.0
Standby75%29.5
Standby100%36.0

Available documents

Spec sheet — MDG150DF4-Spec-Sheet 1 Generac Mobile (Generac)Spec sheet — Turnkey-Industries-Magnum-MMG100D-Spec-Sheet (Generac)Spec sheet — mdg150df4-diesel-generator ss (Generac)Owner's manual — A0000393893 (Generac)Owner's manual — Generac Towable MDG150-175-250DF4 Operators Manual (Generac)Owner's manual — mdg150-mdg175-mdg250 owners-manual (Generac)Parts manual — 10000016959 (Generac)

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