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REV A
OPM-136
INSTALLATION
FOUNDATION MOUNTING
Mount the generator on a foundation if it is to be used as a permanent
or standby power source. When planning a foundation consider the
following points:
A. The foundation location should enable aligning the drive shaft
(tumbling bar) in a straight or nearly straight line between the power
take-off and the generator input shaft. Misalignment must be
less than 5 degrees during generator operation, even though
the mechanical design of the tumbling bar would allow greater
misalignment.
B. The foundation must be solid enough to absorb generator starting
and reflected load torque during operation.
C. The foundation surface should be flat.
D. Space is required around the generator for mounting switching
devices, making connections, and for servicing.
E. For dimensions needed for install for your specific generator, please
refer to it’s outline drawing. The hardware needed is dependent on
your distinct application.
F. The generator mounting bracket must rest evenly and firmly on the
foundation. Install shims if necessary to even out the foundation
under the mounting pads then bolt the generator firmly in place.
TRAILER MOUNTING
Optional
Mount the generator on a trailer if you plan to use it as a portable
power source. When selecting or building a trailer to mount the
generator, consider the following points:
A. The trailer construction must be strong enough to support the
generator.
B. The design of the trailer must enable the trailer to remain stable
during operation, and to resist tipping caused by generator starting
and reflected load torque.
C. The trailer height and mounting position of the generator on the
trailer should enable aligning the drive shaft (tumbling bar) in
a straight or nearly straight line between the power take-off and
generator input shafts. Misalignment must be less than 5 degrees
during generator operation, even though the mechanical design of
the tumbling bar would allow greater misalignment.
D. The generator mounting area of the trailer bed should be flat.
The frame pads must rest firmly on the trailer bed. Install shims if
necessary to even out the bed under the mounting pads, then bolt the
generator firmly in place.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY & EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Trailer may tip over and cause injuries if wheels are not spaced far
enough apart.
THREE-POINT HITCH KIT
Optional
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY & EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
When using the 3-point hitch assembly all three points must be
attached to the tractor. Failure to do so will cause the generator to tip
when lifting it, damaging both the t-bar and the generator.
A. The three point hitch must be attached to the tractor at all times
during operation.
B. When operating the generator the three point hitch and generator
must be sitting on flat level ground. All four deck pads must be
in constant contact with the ground at all times. This will reduce the
vibration in both the generator and the tumbling bar.
C. For safety the generator must be bolted to the three point hitch deck
using all four mounting bolts.
