Installation; Unpacking; Generator Location; Generator Support - Generac Power Systems SG30 Owner's Manual

INSTALLATION

UNPACKING

Handle shipping cartons and crates with care. Use
care to avoid damage from dropping, bumping, colli-
sion, etc. Store and unpack cartons with the proper
side up, as noted on the shipping carton.

Do not lift the fuel storage tank assembly using
upper rails of tank frame. Damage to the fluid
containment pan and/or wiring may result
which will void warranty.

Fuel Storage tank must be lifted from under-
neath the bottom frame rails or through the
lifting points as shown on the INSTALLATION
DRAWING included in the back of this manual.

GENERATOR LOCATION

Install the generator set, in its protective enclosure
outdoors, where adequate cooling and ventilating air
always is available. Consider these factors:
• Install the unit where air inlet and outlet open-
ings will not become obstructed by leaves, grass,
snow, etc. If prevailing winds will cause blowing or
drifting, consider using a windbreak to protect the
unit.
• Install the generator on high ground where water
levels will not rise and endanger it.
• This genset must be installed on a level surface.
The base frame must be level within 1/2 inch all
around.
• Allow sufficient room on all sides of the generator
for maintenance and servicing. This unit must be
installed in accordance with current applicable
NFPA 37 and NFPA 70 standards, as well as any
other federal, state and local codes for minimum
distances from other structures.
• Where strong prevailing winds blow from one
direction, face the generator air inlet openings into
the prevailing winds.
• Install the generator as close as possible to the
transfer switch. This reduces the length of wiring
and conduit.
• Install the generator as close as possible to
the fuel supply, to reduce the length of piping.
HOWEVER, REMEMBER THAT LAWS OR CODES
MAY REGULATE THE DISTANCE.
Standby Generator Sets
Installation

GENERATOR SUPPORT

Guidelines that should be followed are:
• When designing a concrete base slab, all federal,
state and local codes should be followed. Special
attention should be given to the concrete base slab
which should exceed the length and width of the
generator by a minimum of six (6) inches (0.152
meters) on all sides.
• The concrete base should be leveled to +/- .25
inches horizontally.
• Retain the generator set to the concrete slab with
masonry bolts.
Combustible Floor and Roof Protection
If the generator must be installed on any combustible
floor or roof, comply with the following rules:
• Place a layer of non-combustible insulation, fol-
lowed by a layer of sheet metal beneath the unit's
mounting base rails.
• Both the layer of insulation and the sheet metal
must extend beyond the generator base to a dis-
tance of at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) on all sides.
Figure 8.1 - Combustible Floor and Roof
Consult the local building codes, which may vary.
8-1
Protection
NOTE: