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Installation
Receiving inspection
Before accepting a shipment, examine the packaging for any sign of
damage that might have occurred during transit. Report any damage to
the transportation company and Kato Engineering.
Unpacking and moving
If the generator is received during cold weather, reduce condensation on
cold surfaces and failure due to wet windings by allowing the generator
to reach room temperature before removing the protective packing.
Unpack the generator carefully to avoid scratching painted surfaces. Do
not remove the protecting lubricant from the shaft end or drive plates.
Inspect for loosely mounted components and the presence of moisture.
Inspect to make certain foreign material, such as crating nails, loose
bolts or packing material, which may have fallen into the machine during
unpacking, is removed. If damage is Noticed, determine the extent of
damage and immediately notify the transportation company claims offi ce
and Kato Engineering. Be sure to give complete and accurate details
when reporting damage.
Move the generator by attaching an overhead hoist to the eyebolts
installed on the generator frame or by lifting the generator from
underneath the skid with a forklift.
Single-bearing generators are shipped with the exciter rotor assembly
removed from the shaft and a support mounted across the drive discs to
support the rotor.
Location
Install the generator in an area so it complies with all local and industrial
regulations. Locate it in a clean, dry, well-vented area or area that is
suitable for the generator enclosure. Make sure it is easily accessible for
inspection and maintenance.
Check winding insulation resistance before placing the generator in
operation (see the maintenance section).
Protect generators operating intermittently in very damp locations with
space heaters. Slowly warm generators placed in operation after being
subjected to very low temperatures to prevent excessive condensation.
Base design
The type of base to be used will depend upon the nature of the
installation site. However, the generator base must be rigid, level, and
free from vibration. Mounting holes must be larger than the fasteners to
allow for alignment.
WARNING: Electric shocks can occur
from faulty ground connections on portable
electrical equipment and failure to ground
stationary equipment which may result in
death or injury. Be alert at all times when
installing, operating and maintaining the
generator. Avoid contact with the uninsulated
metal parts of the generator. Test all portable
devices frequently to prove that a solid
electrical circuit exits from the metal frame
though the grounding conductor, in the
electrical cord, to the grounding contact in
the attachment plug. Do not use electrical
equipment with frayed, burned or damaged
cords.
Always take extreme care when moving the
generator. Be careful to not strike objects or
personnel.
WARNING: Apply lifting force to
structural points specifi cally provided for
lifting. Do not use the enclosure lifting holes
to lift the whole unit. Use lifting means
adequate for the weight. Observe lifting
notices attached to the generator. Failure
to observe these instructions can result in
injury, death and damage to the generator.
NOTICE: Do not attempt to transport a
single-bearing generator without maintaining
proper rotor support and with the exciter
rotor assembly removed. Failure to observe
this warning can result in equipment
damage.
NOTICE: Blocking or restriction of normal air
fl ow into or out of the generator may cause
damage to the electrical windings.
