Lister Petter alpha Series, Operator'S Handbook Manual

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alpha series lWa/lWX genset operators' handbook
site installation
Warning
All installation work should be
under taken by a competent pro-
fessional engineer.
1.The generating set must be installed
in a suitable building or enclosure.
This is essential to attenuate noise;
protect the generating set from
the environment; and prevent
unauthorised access. The enclosure
must have sufficient and suitable
means to provide air for combustion
and cooling and to remove hot air
and exhaust gases.
2.Foundations must be of solid
construction (usually concrete), with
adequate load-bearing capabilities.
If in doubt, consult a structural
engineer.
3.The base frame must be securely
fixed to a level and solid foundation to
limit vibration to the base frame and
cubicle assemblies. Distortion of the
fabricated base frame must not occur
when tightening down the foundation
bolts. Packing shims should be used
to ensure there are no irregularities
occurring between the base frame
and the foundations.
4.Separate floor trenches must be
provided for fuel pipework and
cabling.
5.When the installation is indoors,
ensure that combustion and cooling-
air inlets and hot-air outlets are
provided with adequate ventilation.
Heat from the engine must be
expelled from the building, otherwise
the engine can become damaged
due to overheating.
6.Exhaust fumes are dangerous.
Ensure that the fumes are safely
piped to the outside of the building.
Warning
DO NOT BREATHE EXHAUST
GASES AS THEY CONTAIN CARBON
MONOXIDE, A COLOURLESS,
ODOURLESS AND POISONOUS
G A S T H A T C A N C A U S E
UNCONSCIOUSNESS AND DEATH.
7.The bulk storage of fuel oil should be
sited in outbuildings if possible.
8.Check that the fire precautions are
ade quate and that the installer
provides appropriate warning notices
to ensure the safety of all personnel
regarding all aspects of generating
set operation.
9.Only lift the set by means of the
identified lifting points, using
certified lifting equipment. open
and housed sets
have forklift
pockets. housed sets also have a
centre-point lift option.
Warning
Never attempt to lift the set by the
engine or alter nator lifting eyes.
Wiring and CoMMissioning
Warning
All wiring installation, connecting
up and commissioning of the
generating set should be carried out
by a compet ent electrical engineer.
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installation and CoMMissioning