Recommended Engine Oil And Battery Type; Post Installation Checks - Baldor GLC30 Installation & Operating Manual

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Recommended Engine Oil and Battery Type

When replacing batteries, use only the recommended battery for your generator, see Table 3-7.

Post Installation Checks

When the initial installation is complete, these checks must be performed before starting the
engine. These checks are not required before each start, only after the initial installation.
Caution: Do not apply high voltage to windings (do not start the generator) in a moisture–saturated
condition. Moisture can cause insulation breakdown, making it necessary to return the
generator to the factory for repair, and consequent expense and loss of time.
Note: These precautions are especially necessary in locations such as seaboard installations
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Figure 3-6 Battery Installation
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4. Connect the positive lead to the positive (+) battery terminal.
5. Connect the negative lead to the negative (–) battery terminal.
6. Do not lay tools or metal parts on top of batteries.
7. Connect charging source to the battery terminals.
8. Disconnect the battery's ground terminal before working in the vicinity of the battery or
battery wires. Contact with the battery can result in electrical shock when a tool
accidently touches the positive battery terminal or wire. The risk of such shock is
reduced when the ground lead is removed during installation and maintenance.
1. Generators that have been in transit or storage for long periods may be subjected to
extreme temperature and moisture changes. This can cause excessive condensation,
and the generator windings should be thoroughly dried before bringing the generator
up to full nameplate voltage. If this precaution is not taken, serious damage to the
generator can result.
and other high humidity areas. Some installations will be in atmospheres that are much
more corrosive than others. Prevention of a failure is better than being forced to make a
repair.
The + and – terminals of your battery may
be different than shown. Be sure that the
Positive lead is connected to the positive
(+) terminal of your battery.
Table 3-7
Battery
Battery Hold Down Rod
Battery Tray
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