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XQ500
SOUND ATTENUATED
POWER MODULE
60 Hz

Shown with
Optional Equipment

FEATURES

EMISSIONS ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY DESIGN

● EPA and CARB Emissions Certified for ● Sound attenuated for low noise operation
non-road mobile applications. ● UL listed, double-wall fuel tank
● Spill containment for coolant, oil and fuel
CAT® 3456 ATAAC DIESEL ENGINE MULTI-VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION PANEL
● Reliable, rugged, durable design ● Load door safety switch, engine faults, and
● Field-proven in thousands of applications shut down system
worldwide ● Rust-free hinges on side opening door
● Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines ● Adequate space for line and plug connection
consistent performance and excellent fuel without interference
economy with minimum weight ● Remote start and stop contacts

SINGLE-SOURCE SUPPLIER
CAT SR4B GENERATOR ● Complete systems designed at Caterpillar
● 12 lead 480/277 volt generator reconnectable ISO9001 certified facilities
to 240/139 volt ● Certified Prototype Tested with torsional
● Optimum winding pitch for minimum total analysis
harmonic distortion and maximum efficiency
● Segregated low voltage (AC/DC) accessory WORLDWIDE PRODUCT SUPPORT
box provides single point access to accessory ● Worldwide parts availability through the
connections Caterpillar dealer network
● With over 1,200 dealer outlets operating in
166 countries, you’re never far from the
ENCLOSURE Caterpillar part you need
● Rugged 20’ ISO container ● 99.5% of parts orders filled within 48 hours.
● Sound attenuated to 70 db(A) The best product support record in the industry
● Optional undercarriage with ladders ● Caterpillar dealer service technicians are
● Lockable trained to service every aspect of your electric
power generation system
CAT CONTROL PANEL
● Caterpillar EMCPII+ panel
● Multi-unit semi-automatic paralleling capability

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FACTORY INSTALLED STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS

& OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
STANDARD FEATURES CAT ENGINE
Air Inlet System Dual element air cleaner with service 3456 ATAAC, 4-stroke-cycle watercooled diesel
indicator Bore — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 (5.5)
Circuit Breaker 1600 amp main circuit breaker with Stroke — mm (in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171 (6.75)
24 V shunt trip Displacement — L (cu in) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15.8 (966)
Semi-automatic paralleling protection Compression ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16.1:1
Control Panel Generator controls and monitoring Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel tank monitoring Fuel system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic Unit Injection
Engine controls and monitoring Governor type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electronic (ADEM II)
Digital display
Synchronizing lights
Cooling System Base mounted radiator sized for CAT SR4B GENERATOR
43°C (110°F) ambient Frame size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 499
External coolant drain service Excitation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PM
connection
Pitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optimum
Fan and belt guards
Low coolant level alarm or shutdown Number of poles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant Number of bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Distribution Panel Lockable doors Number of leads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Safety switch with circuit breaker Insulation . . . . . . . . . . . . UL 1446 Recognized Class H Insulation
trip protection IP rating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drip proof IP22
Individual bus bar connections Alignment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pilot shaft
120V and 240V convenience Overspeed capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125%
receptacles with individual Wave form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Less than 5% deviation
circuit breakers Paralleling kit droop transformer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Standard
480/240 quick changeover board Voltage regulator . . . . . . . . . . . 3-phase sensing with adjustable
Remote start/stop contacts
1:1 or 2:1 Volts/Hz, UL 508A Listed
Shore power input for battery
charger, generator space heater TIF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Less than 50
and JW heater THD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Less than 5%
Enclosure Sound attenuated to 70 db(A) at
7 m (23 ft.)
Air intake louvers
CAT CONTROL PANEL
Vertical radiator and exhaust 24 Volt DC Control
discharge plenum NEMA 1, IP22 enclosure
24 V DC lighting system with Lockable hinged door
shut-off timer Generator instruments meet ANSI C-39-1
Lockable doors Enclosure mounted
Engine fluid spill containment Single location customer connector point
Fuel System UL listed dual wall fuel tank Synchronizing lights for multi-unit semi-automatic paralleling
External fuel drain service connection
Primary fuel filter with water
separator
Fuel priming pump
Fuel pressure gauge
Generator 12 lead 480/277 volt generator
reconnectable to 240/139
UL and CSA approved
Anti-condensation space heater
PM excited
Costal insulation
VR3 voltage regulator
Mounting System Anti-vibration engine and
generator mounts
Starting/Charging Battery set with disconnect switch
5 amp battery charger
24 volt starting motor
Heavy duty 45 amp charging
alternator
UL approved jacket water heater with
thermostat and shut-off valves
OPTIONAL FEATURES
Trailer/ 20’ twin axle undercarriage
Undercarriage US DOT and Canadian highway
code compliant

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TECHNICAL DATA
Standby Prime
Power Rating — 1800 rpm/60 Hz/480 Volts DM6217-01 DM6218-01
Package Performance
Power rating ekW 500 455
Power rating @ 0.8 pf kVA 625 569
Fuel Consumption
100% load with fan l/hr (gal/hr) 137.4 (36.3) 123.7 (32.7)
75% load with fan l/hr (gal/hr) 97.6 (25.8) 88.6 (23.4)
50% load with fan l/hr (gal/hr) 66.3 (17.5) 60.9 (16.1)
Shipping Weight (Dry)
Unit with trailer kg (lb) 12,324 (27,170)
Unit without trailer kg (lb) 9,512 (20,970)
Maximum Fuel Capacity Weight
Unit with trailer kg (lb) 14,365 (31,670)
Unit without trailer kg (lb) 11,553 (25,470)
Engine Lube Oil Capacity l (qts.) 38 (40)
Engine Cooling System Capacity l (qts.) 74.2 (78.4)
Fuel Tank Capacity — Gross l (gal) 2445 (646)
Fuel Tank Capacity — Usable l (gal) 2271 (600)
Running Time @ 75% Prime hours 24
Sound Level @ 7 m (23 ft.)
Standby Rating dBA 70.8
350kW dBA 70.2
No load dBA 69.1
Emissions*
NOX g/hp-hr <6.9 <6.9
CO g/hp-hr <8.5 <8.5
HC g/hp-hr <1.0 <1.0
PM g/hp-hr <0.4 <0.4

*Emissions data measurements are consistent with those described in EPA CFR 40 Part 89 Subpart D & E and ISO8178-1 for
measuring HC, CO, PM, NOX. Engine exhaust emissions are in compliance with the EPA and California non-road regulations
referenced in the above table.

RATING DEFINITIONS AND CONDITIONS

Meets or Exceeds International Specifications: Ratings are based on SAE J1349 standard conditions.
● ABGSM TM3, AS1359, AS2789, BS4999, BS5000, BS5514, These ratings also apply at ISO3046/1, DIN6271, and BS5514
DIN6271, DIN6280, EGSA101P, IEC34/1, ISO3046/1, ISO8528, standard conditions.
JEM1359, NEMA MG1-22, VDE0530, 89/392/EEC, 89/336/EEC
Fuel rates are based on fuel oil of 35° API [@16° C (60° F)]
Standby — Output available with varying load for the gravity having an LHV of 42 780 kJ/kg (18,390 Btu/lb) when used
duration of the interruption of the normal source power. at 29° C (85° F) and weighing 838.9 g/liter (7.001 lbs/U.S. gal.).
Standby power in accordance with ISO8528. Fuel stop power
in accordance with ISO3046/1, AS2789, DIN6271, and BS5514. Additional ratings may be available for specific customer
Requirements. Consult your Caterpillar representative for details.
Prime — Output available with varying load for an unlimited
time. Prime power in accordance with ISO8528. 10% overload
power in accordance with ISO3046/1, AS2789, DIN6271, and
BS5514 available on request.

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DISTRIBUTION PANEL
1. Load connection bus board
1 3 4 5 6 2. Ground stud — 1⁄2" NC, 4" L
3. 50 amp 240V branch breaker
4. 20 amp 240V branch breaker
7 8 5. 20 amp 120V branch breaker
6. 15 amp 120V branch breaker
9 10 11 7. 50 amp 240V twistlock receptacle
12 13 8. 20 amp 240V twistlock receptacle
9. 20 amp 120V twistlock receptacle
14
10. 20 amp 120V ground fault interrupter
2 15
11. 15 amp 120V ground fault interrupter
duplex receptacle
12. 30 amp 120V battery charger/ generator
space heater receptacle
13. 30 amp 120V JWH receptacle
14. Remote start/stop contacts
15. Paralleling interface connections

CONTAINER DIMENSIONS — FRONT VIEW

2438 [96]

2591
[102]

CONTAINER DIMENSIONS — STREETSIDE VIEW

6096 [240]

2591
[102]

Package Dimensions
Container With Trailer
Length 6096 mm 240 in 7213 mm 284 in
Width 2438 mm 96 in 2438 mm 96 in
Height 2591 mm 102 in 4115 mm 162 in

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TMI Reference No.: DM6217-01, DM6218-01 Printed in U.S.A.

LEHE2798-02 (7-03) Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice.
The International System of Units (SI) is used in this publication.