Hobart 9OC24S Operation Manual page 249

GENERATOR DIVISION
HOBART BROTHERS COMPANY
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, AND OVERHAUL MANUAL, TM-240A
SELF-PROPELLED GENERATOR SET, SPEC. NO. 5381A
SECTION 1. ENGINE-GENERATOR ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Genera I
This section contains general information for removal and installation of the engine-
generator assembly. It is recommended that this complete assembly be removed to make
major repairs to the engine or generator. Removal of the generator or engine separately
may prove more difficult than removing the complete assembly
2. Removal
A. Preparation for Removal
(1) Location
The self-propelled unit should be located in a clean, clear area where hoists
and lifting equipment are available.
Space should be provided for placing the
canopy assembly and also the engine-generator assembly when removed.
(2) Equipment required
Tools required for this job are the usual mechanics hand tools. Time may be
saved by the use of air (or electric) driven impact wrenches. Other equipment
required includes:
(a) Two chain hoists with lifting chains and hooks.
(b) Jack stands or blocks for supporting the unit at least 12 inches above normal
position.
(c) Hydraulic floor iack (optional).
B.
Removal Procedures
Two or more mechanics can work on this job with little or no interference if each
has certain duties to perform. It is good practice to have several small cartons or
boxes available for storing attaching hardware and small parts as they are removed.
(1) Raise the vehicle with chain hoists or a hydraulic floor jack.
(2) Position jack stands on wooden blocks to support the vehicle about 12 inches
above its normal position, and lower vehicle.
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