Installation Planning
Installation Guidelines for Protector Diesel Generators 11
Generator Location
IMPORTANT NOTE: Generator exhaust contains car-
bon monoxide (CO)—a poisonous, potentially lethal
gas that cannot be seen or smelled. Generator must
be installed in a well ventilated area away from win-
dows, doors, and openings. The selected location
should not allow exhaust gases to be drawn into
structures where people or animals may be present.
Locate generator set where it is readily accessible for
maintenance, repair, and firefighting purposes. Comply
with code requirements for minimum distance from com-
bustible walls and building openings. Verify generator
location with the local AHJ for code compliance before
positioning generator.
General Location Guidelines
Consider the following:
• See NFPA 37, Section 4.1.3 for rooftop or platform
installations.
• See NFPA 30 for fuel storage tank requirements.
• The supporting structure must be adequate for the
generator and its accessories.
• Verify installation site is clean, dry, not subject to
flooding, and provided with adequate drainage in the
event of heavy rains.
• Verify installation site permits noise and vibration to
be effectively isolated.
• Verify installation site provides easy access to gener-
ator for maintenance, repair, and firefighting pur-
poses.
• Keep a minimum of 5 ft (1.5 m) of clearance around
each side of generator to facilitate service or mainte-
nance.
• Verify installation site permits engine exhaust gases
to be safely evacuated from inhabited or occupied
areas. Consider the direction of prevailing winds to
prevent exhaust gases from being carried back to the
engine area or to the fresh air intake vents of nearby
buildings.
• Installation site must allow for provision of an ade-
quate fuel supply. Consider ease of accessibility for
refueling purposes.
• Verify installation site permits sufficient air flow for
cooling and ventilation. Consider proximity of any
walls, fences, or other noise abatement or security
barriers. Do NOT face radiator discharge end of the
enclosure into prevailing wind.
• Consider cold weather kit options and accessories
for the generator in cold weather locations.
• Verify unit is securely fastened to mounting pad to
prevent movement caused by vibration.
• Verify all electrical connections have flexible sections
to isolate vibration.
NOTE: Failure to comply with location guidelines can
result in damage to generator or surrounding area and
may cause the warranty to be suspended or voided.
Extra repair labor or equipment may not be covered
under warranty if service access is difficult or restricted.
Weather Considerations
Consider local weather conditions during installation.
There are various accessories available to promote fast,
reliable starting and operation regardless of local climatic
conditions. Optional cold weather kits make engine start-
ing more dependable and reliable.
Product Accessories
The following product accessories are available. Contact
an IASD for additional information.
Asphyxiation. Running engines produce
carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless,
poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
(000103)
DANGER
1 Scheduled Maintenance Kit
(Part No. G007640-0: 15/20 kW, 12/16 kVa)
2 Scheduled Maintenance Kit
(Part No. G007641-0: 30 kW, 30 kVa)
3 Scheduled Maintenance Kit
(Part No. G006570-1: 48/50 kW, 40/50 kVa)
4 Cold Weather Kit
(Part No. G007651-0: 15/20 kW, 12/16 kVa;
Part No. G007651-0: 30 kW, 30 kVa;
Part No. G006558-0: 48/50 kW, 40/50 kVa)
5 Vent Extension Support Kit
(Part No. G006588-1)
6 Touch-Up Paint Kit
(Part No. G005703-0)
7 Local Wireless Remote
(Part No. G006664-0)
8 Wireless Remote Extension Harness (not shown)
(Part No. G006665-0)
9 Mobile Link™
(Part No. G006463-4)
10 Harness Adapter Kit (not shown)
(Part No. G006478-0)
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