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 Vented Batteries
- 1.9 Moving Parts Can Cause Severe Personal Injury or Death
- 1.10 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. Wiring Diagrams
- Appendix D. Seismic Requirements
1. Important Safety Instructions 3-2016
4 A051X873 (Issue 5)Copyright © 2016 Cummins Inc.
WARNING
Hot Surfaces
Contact with hot surfaces can cause severe burns.
Wear appropriate PPE when working on hot equipment and avoid contact
with hot surfaces.
WARNING
Toxic Hazard
Ethylene glycol, used as an engine coolant, is toxic to humans and animals.
Wear appropriate PPE. Clean up coolant spills and dispose of used coolant
in accordance with local environmental regulations.
WARNING
Combustible Liquid
Ignition of combustible liquids is a fire or explosion hazard which can cause
severe burns or death.
Do not store fuel, cleaners, oil, etc., near the generator set. Do not use
combustible liquids like ether.
WARNING
Combustible Gases
Generator sets in operation have combustible gases under pressure, which
if ignited can cause eye and ear damage.
Wear appropriate eye and ear protection at all times.
WARNING
Combustible Gases
Generator sets in operation have combustible gases under pressure, which
if ignited can cause severe injury.
Do not operate the generator set with any doors open.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Materials drawn into the generator set, as well as accumulated grease and
oil, are a fire hazard. Fire can cause severe burns or death.
Keep the generator set and the surrounding area clean and free from
obstructions. Make sure the generator set is mounted in a manner to prevent
combustible materials from accumulating under the unit.










