Section 4: Generator Placement; Generator Placement - Generac Power Systems PowerPact 7.5 kW Installation Manuallines

Section 4: Generator Placement

Generator Placement

This generator comes with two composite pads. These
composite pads elevate the generator and help prevent
water from pooling around the bottom of the generator
(Figure 4-1). Therefore, they should not be removed
from the generator under ANY circumstances.
The generator with composite pads can be placed on 4 in
(102 mm) of compacted pea gravel, or on a concrete pad.
Check local codes to see what type of site base is
required. If a concrete pad is required, all federal, state
and local codes should be followed. Place the generator
and position correctly as per the dimensional information
given in Site Preparation.
NOTE: Generator must be level within 0.5 in (13 mm).
Figure 4-1. Composite Pads
NOTE: When mounting the generator to concrete, there
are four mounting holes inside the generator enclosure
for securing the generator. DO NOT remove the
composite pads while mounting the generator to
concrete. See Figure 4-2.
The use of 5/16" (or M8) lag bolts is recommended (not
supplied) for securing the generator to a concrete pad.
Figure 4-2. Mounting Hole Location
Installation Guidelines for 60 Hz PowerPact™
NOTE: The top of the generator carton has a template
which can be used to mark the concrete pad to pre-drill
the mounting holes.
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