Install Manual
Table Of Contents
- Table of Contents
- 1. Important Safety Instructions
- 1.1 Warning, Caution, and Note Styles Used in This Manual
- 1.2 General Information
- 1.3 General Precautions
- 1.4 Generator Set Voltage Is Deadly
- 1.5 Engine Exhaust Is Deadly
- 1.6 Fuel and Fumes Are Flammable
- 1.7 Batteries Can Explode
- 1.8 Moving Parts Can Cause Severe Personal Injury or Death
- 1.9 The Hazards of Carbon Monoxide
- 2. Introduction
- 3. Pre-Installation Considerations
- 4. Installation
- 5. Startup and Configuration
- Appendix A. Fuel Line Selection
- Appendix B. Outline and System Drawings
- Appendix C. Seismic Requirements
1. Important Safety Instructions2-2016
7A045R241 (Issue 7) Copyright © 2016 Cummins Inc.
WARNING
Combustible Gases
Batteries can explode, causing severe skin and eye burns, and can release
toxic electrolytes.
Do not dispose of the battery in a fire, because it is capable of exploding. Do
not open or mutilate the battery.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard
Batteries present the risk to high short circuit current.
Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects. Use tools with insulated
handles.
NOTICE
Servicing of batteries is to be performed or supervised by personnel
knowledgeable of batteries and the required precautions. Keep unauthorized
personnel away from batteries.
• Wear safety glasses.
• Do not smoke.
• To prevent arcing when disconnecting the battery:
1. Press the Stop switch.
2. Disconnect AC power from any battery chargers.
3. Remove the negative (-) battery cable to prevent starting.
• To prevent arcing when reconnecting the battery:
1. Reconnect the positive (+) cable.
2. Reconnect the negative (-) cable.
3. Reconnect the battery charger to AC power supply.
• When replacing the generator set battery, always replace it with a battery as
specified in this manual.
1.8 Moving Parts Can Cause Severe Personal
Injury or Death
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry near moving parts, such as fans.
• Keep hands away from moving parts.
• Keep guards in place over fans.