Westerbeke BCG4.0KW Operator's Manual page 23

Generator Mounting - Location
The complete generator unit is mounted on lightweight rails by means of four flexible isolator mounts that
help preventthe transfer of vibration from the generator to the rails. Each generator mounting rail has several
1/2-inch bolt holes so bolts can be employed to properly secure the generator to ks mounting platform.
These holes are on 15 inch mounting centers.
(1/2- MOUNTING HOLES)
The location should be dry, above low-lying vapor areas, and in an area where bilge water and water from
above cannot splash on the generator. It should be properly ventilated and accessible for minor servicing
and repairs. Access for major repairs should be given consideration as well. The location should be proper-
ly 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 it is installed. Hot generator discharge air
must
be removed from the generator area. The plat-
form on which the generator and ks mounting rails are located should be strong enough to support the gen-
erator during all angles of vessel operation.
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