Service parts for the VL 550
Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.
Fuel system
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Specifications
| Fuel | Diésel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 550 kW |
| Standby kVA | 687 |
| Prime power | 500 kW |
| Emissions | Tier 2 / Stage 2 |
| Controller | MRS16 |
| Oil capacity | 48.0 L |
| Alternator | Lorey Somer LSA 49.1 S3 (Class H insulation) |
| Voltage options | 380 V, 220 V, 440 V, 254 V, 110 V |
| Phase | 3 |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Battery voltage | 24 V |
| Coolant capacity | 99 L |
| Max ambient | 40 °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 3400×1650×2300 mm |
| Dry weight | 4162 kg |
| Sound level | 83.0 dBA |
| Fuel tank | 1135.6 L |
| Tank runtime | 8 hr |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 42.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 39.7 L |
| Displacement | 16.12 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged, aftercooled (TC/PE) |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Filters for the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE
1Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.
Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:
| System | Filter | Description | Cross-references | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel / water separator | P552040 | Fuel Filter, Water Separator Cartridge | NAPA 3798, CLAAS 0000687120, CLAAS 0025981840, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811645 | buy |
Same engine, other brands
4 brandsThe Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE in this set also powers 5 generator sets sold under 4 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.
| Brand | Models |
|---|---|
| Volvo Penta | 550REOZV, TAD 1642 GE |
| Hipower | HVW 555 T6 |
| Kohler | 550REOZVB |
| MQ Power | 550kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Air filter with replaceable paper insert | ×1 | — | 1000 hr | |
| Fuel filter | 30 micron Racor ® fuel filter system | — | |||
| Fuel filter | Primary, 10 Micron/ Secondary w/Water Separator, 3 Microns | ×2 | 33798 | 1000 hr | Amazon eBay NAPA $24.78 |
| Oil filter | Full-flow disposable spin-on oil filter | ×2 | — | 1000 hr | |
| Battery | 900 Ah | ×2 | — | 1000 hr | |
| Belt | Belt Driven, Centrifugal | — | 1000 hr | ||
| Coolant | 60.0 L | — | 500 hr | ||
| Oil | Full-flow oil filter of spin-on type, By-pass oil filter of spin-on type, Oil cooler, side mounted, Low noise oil sump | 48.0 l | — | 100 hr | |
| Spark plug | ×1 | — | 1000 hr |
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Rivera Diesel VL 550?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 is rated 550 kW standby (687.0 kVA).
Which engine powers the Rivera Diesel VL 550?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 is powered by the Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE engine.
What fuel type does the Rivera Diesel VL 550 take?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 runs on Diésel.
What's the oil capacity on a Rivera Diesel VL 550?
The Volvo Penta TAD 1642 GE engine in the Rivera Diesel VL 550 has an oil capacity of 42.0 liters.
What is the coolant capacity of the Rivera Diesel VL 550?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 cooling system holds 99 liters (26.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the continuous rating of the Rivera Diesel VL 550?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 is rated 500 kW prime (625 kVA), against 550 kW standby.
What is the sound level of the Rivera Diesel VL 550?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 is rated at 83.0 dBA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the dry weight of the Rivera Diesel VL 550?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 has a dry weight of 4162 kg (9175 lb).
What size fuel tank does the Rivera Diesel VL 550 have?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 has a 1135.6 liter (300 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 8 hours of runtime.
What voltage does the Rivera Diesel VL 550 produce?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 is offered in 380 V, 220 V, 440 V, 254 V, 110 V, 3-phase.
Which alternator is fitted to the Rivera Diesel VL 550?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 uses a Lorey Somer LSA 49.1 S3 alternator. Insulation class H.
Which fuel filter part number does the Rivera Diesel VL 550 take?
The Rivera Diesel VL 550 uses fuel filter part number 33798.
Parts
3| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5M4028 | LEAD | 10 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 5M4030 | LEAD | 10 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
| 5M4164 | LEAD | 4 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay |
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
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 75% | 95.96 | 25.35 |
| Prime | 100% | 132.38 | 34.97 |
| Standby | 75% | 106.56 | 28.15 |
| Standby | 100% | 147.63 | 39.0 |
Available documents
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