Generator Diesel Smell in Stateroom

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Monty
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Generator Diesel Smell in Stateroom

Post by Monty »

We have Full Monty Freedom 40/40 hull #34. When we run the generator (Panda), we end up with diesel fumes in our state room. There's a vent in the "cupboard" just inside the stateroom beside the generator (under the stairs). The fumes linger for hours. Any suggestions on how to get rid of this? I'm concerned about blocking off the vent (about 4" in diameter) that the generator won't get oxygen. We won't to anchor out and will need to run the generator for about 1/2 hour each day for hot water and batteries, and this just isn't doable with the fumes in the stateroom. Thanks for any help/suggestions.
s/v Full Monty (Freedom 40/40)

Pearce
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Re: Generator Diesel Smell in Stateroom

Post by Pearce »

Hi,

Might be an exhaust leak. But could be diesel leaking and burning on block or the unit needs a tune-up. Carbon Monoxide could be an issue.

Panda has pretty good service so reaching out may be worth it to get some troubleshooting tips and most likely root cause.

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