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Attach LP Fuel Tank Housing Pad Parts
Required Tools
You will need either of the following tools to attach the LP
fuel tank housing pad to the generator pad.
• 1/2 inch (13 mm) socket and ratchet OR
• 1/2 inch (13 mm) open end wrench
Attach Mounting Pads Together
1. Place LP tank housing pad (
A
)(with pre-attached LP
fuel tank tray (
B
)) on the ground next to the side of
the generator where the fuel hose(s) and regulator are
attached.
C
A
B
Confirm that the pre-drilled holes (
C
) on both mounting
pads are adjacent to each other.
2. Lay one 20 inch (50 cm) angle bracket (
D
) across both
mounting pads, aligning the bracket holes with the pre-
drilled pad holes.
D
E
F
3, Pass one 5/16” X 1” lag bolt (
E
) through one 5/16” flat
washer (
F
), then through one hole on the angle bracket.
Finger tighten lag bolt into mounting pad hole.
4. Repeat Step 3 three more times, placing a lag bolt/
washer in each angle bracket hole.
5. Tighten each lag bolt until snug using specified tool.
DO NOT over-tighten as threads could strip.
6. Repeat Steps 2 through 5 to attach the second angle
bracket to the opposite ends of the mounting pads.
Attach Tank Hold‑Down Rod
Insert either end of the supplied threaded rod (
G
) into the LP
fuel tank tray location (
H
). Hand tighten rod.
G
H
LP Fuel Tank Installation
NOTICE
To ensure optimal performance, use two (2) LP fuel
tanks during operation.
This section describes the proper method of installing and
leak testing the generator’s LP fuel tanks. This system is
supplied with an LP fuel tank cover. Always cover the LP fuel
tanks whenever they are connected to the generator.
WARNING
Propane is extremely flammable and
explosive, which could cause burns, fire or
explosion resulting in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.
The slightest spark can ignite this fuel and cause an
•
explosion.
IF YOU SMELL GAS - Shut off gas to the generator at the
•
LP fuel tank(s).
If odor continues, leave the area and immediately call your
•
gas supplier or fire department.
Not
for
Reproduction
