Installation Guide

3 Step-By-Step Outline of Installation
WARNING
The installer is responsible for complying with all applicable installation codes and
safety requirements. See the Installation Codes and Standards section of this manual
for more information.
The following sections create a step-by-step overview of a typical generator set installation.
Review these sections to become familiar with specific procedures and important safety
precautions before beginning the installation.
NOTICE
For information on pre-installation considerations (tools, materials, locating the genset,
codes and standards and specifications) see the Introduction chapter of this manual.
3.1 Pre-Installation Considerations
Before installation begins, certain actions must be considered. Prior coordination will reduce
delays and the amount of time power has to be interrupted.
Areas of consideration:
• The location of the generator set is one of the first decisions to be made, as it affects all
other aspects of the installation, such as:
• the length of electric wiring
• the length of gas lines
• Natural Gas or Propane - both of which must be inspected by the gas utility
inspectors and building inspectors
• the site preparation
• access to the site
• trenches
• site preparation materials needed
• Fuel supply pressure.
• The installation cannot be completed without connections to an automatic transfer
switch. Decide where to locate the automatic transfer switch
• Decide what tools and materials will be needed
• Maintain the minimum distance from the Propane tank fill.
• Verify the legal minimum distance with local code officials.
• Determine what (if any) accessories will be required for the customer's application. Utility
power may be required at the generator set, make plans accordingly.
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