Onan DKHA Series, Installation Manual

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1. Introduction
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This is an instruction manual for the installation of
the auxiliary power unit (APU) listed on the front
cover. Proper installation is essential for top perfor-
mance and safe operation. Read through this
manual before starting the installation.
See the Operator’s Manual for operation and main-
tenance instructions.
Note: Manuals are updated from time to time to re-
flect changes in the equipment and its specifica-
tions. For this reason, only the copy of the installa-
tion manual supplied with the genset should be used
as a guide for the installation.
INSTALLATION APPROVALS
The builder of the vehicle bears sole responsibility
for the selection of the appropriate equipment, for its
proper installation and for obtaining approvals from
the authorities (if any) having jurisdiction over the
installation.
WARNING
This genset is not a life support sys-
tem. It can stop without warning. Children, per-
sons with physical or mental limitations, and
pets could suffer personal injury or death. A per-
sonal attendant, redundant power or an alarm
system must be used if genset operation is criti-
cal.
OUTLINE DRAWINGS
See the Outline Drawings beginning on Page A-3
for installation details: mounting bolt hole locations,
connection points (fuel, battery, exhaust, remote
control, AC output), sizes and types of fittings,
weight, service access points and overall dimen-
sions.
WARNING
Improper installation can result in
severe personal injury, death and equipment
damage. The installer must be qualified to per-
form the installation of electrical and mechani-
cal equipment.
CAUTION
Unauthorized modifications or re-
placement of fuel, exhaust, air intake or speed
control system components that affect engine
emissions are prohibited by law in the State of
California.