Section 1 Installation; General; Lifting; Generator Set Inspection - Kohler 18TRES Installation Manual

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1.1 General

Have an authorized distributor/dealer install the
generator set outdoors according to the instructions in
this manual. Do not install this generator set indoors.
Use the specifications provided here only in the initial
planning. Use the generator set and transfer switch
dimension drawings and wiring diagrams for installation.

1.2 Lifting

WARNING
Unbalanced weight.
Improper lifting can cause severe
injury or death and equipment
damage.
Do not use lifting eyes.
Lift the generator set using lifting bars
inserted through the lifting holes on
the skid.
Model
8.5 kW
12 kW
17/18 kW
Figure 1-1 Approximate Weights
Approximate generator set weights are shown in
Figure 1-1. Use lifting bars inserted through the holes in
the skid to lift the unit. See the dimension drawings on
the following pages for lifting hole locations.
TP-6514 9/09
Weight, kg (lb.)
180 (400)
186 (410)
227 (500)

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1.3 Generator Set Inspection

Complete a thorough inspection of the generator set.
Check for the following:
1. Inspect the generator set for loose or damaged
parts or wires. Repair or tighten any loose parts
before installation.
2. Check the engine oil. Fill, if necessary, with the
recommended viscosity and grade of oil. Use
synthetic oil, API (American Petroleum Institute)
Service Class SG or higher.
Operation Manual, for additional information.

1.4 Location and Mounting

See the dimension drawings on the following pages for
the generator set dimensions and fuel and electric inlet
locations.
The drawing dimensions are shown in
millimeters, with inches in brackets.
Install the generator set outdoors. Provide the minimum
clearance around the generator set shown in the
clearance drawings on the following pages. Locate the
generator set so that the hot exhaust does not blow on
plants or other combustible materials. Do not install the
generator set where exhaust gas could accumulate and
seep inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied
building.
The generator set is shipped on a plastic mounting pad.
Prepare a flat, level mounting area covered with a weed
barrier and gravel as shown in the generator set
clearance drawing. Set the plastic mounting pad directly
on the gravel. Do not install the mounting pad directly on
grass.
See Figure 1-4 for the high wind mounting detail for the
8.5/12 kW model.
See TP-6515,
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