Installation Checks - Westerbeke BTDA 15.0 Operator's Manual & Installation Manual

Generator Mounting - Location
The complete generator
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is mounted on lightweight rails by means of four flexible isolatro
mouints that help prevent the transfer of vibration from the generator to the rails. Eachj
generator mounting rail ahs several 1/2 inch boh holes so bohs can be employed to properly
secure the generator to its mounting platform.
figure 3.3:
~nerator
Mounting
1/2-
MOUNTING
HOLES
The mounting location /llJ.lS1 be dry, above low-lying vapor areas, and in an area where bilge
water and water from above cannot splash or drip on the generator or drive engine. The drive
engine and generator /llJ.lS1 be accessible for minor servicing and repairs. Access for major
repairs should be given consideration as well. The generator set /llJ.lS1 be properly ventilated
to provide fresh cooling air for the generator end, for engine combustion needs, and to remove
heat produced by the engine while operating. The generator set needs fresh cool air in whatever
location in the vessel ~ is installed. Hot generator discharge air /llJ.lS1 be removed from the
generator area. The platform on which the generator and its mounting rails are located /llJ.lS1
be strong enough to support the generator during all angles of vessel operation.
15.0KW BTDA
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Westerbeke Generators