Onan 6GO-F User Manual

INSTALLATION.
IMPORTANCE ·OF PROPER INSTALLATION • .,.. Proper installation is essential
to sa.tisfactory and dependable performance. Location and ventilation
are important factors to consider in installa.tion.
LQCATION.- The plant should be centrally located in relation to the
electrical load. If practicable, install the plant in a building or
cov.ered vehicle for protection from extremes in wea.ther conditions.
CAUTION
Exhaust gases are deadly poisonous and must be piped out-
deors if the plant is installed inQ,oors. Excessive in-
halation of exhaust gases may cause serious illness or
death. Some engines ha.ve a small hole in the bottom of
the exhaust manirold, under the exhaust outlet, for mois-
ture to escape. This hole may be plugged if exhaust gas
escape is objectionable.
The muffler outlet is threaded for 1-1/4" standard pipe. If necessary
to run an exhaust line upward from the plant, install a suitable conden-
sation trap at the lowest point in the :)..ine and drain it regularly.
Proper shielding must be provided if the exhaust line passes through an
inflammable wall.
If desired, an underground muffler may be constructed. Use a heavy 10
gallon or larger tank or drum, welding suitable pipe fittings to. the
drum. Use 1-1/4" pipe between the plant muffler and the underground
muffler. Bury the underground muffler in loose gravel, and see tha'b
the bottom of the drum is perforated to allow condensation to drain out.
Extend the muffler outlet at least 24" above ground and fit it with a
pipe gooseneck.
The site should be dry, clean,and well ventilated. Either a damp or
a dusty condition 'Will require more frequent inspection and serviCing
of the plant. Allow at least 24" space on all sides for ease in ser,-
vicing.
If the plant is mounted aboard a truck or trailer, see that it is fas-
tened securely when in transit, and that it sets in a level position
when operating. Mounting holes are 18" apart lengthwise of the plant
and 20-3/4" crosswise of the plant.
VENTILATION •. - Proper cooling dep~ds upon correct ventllationto dis-
sipate the heat generated by the engine and generator. Separate air
inlet and outlet openings must be provided if the plant is mounted in
a small roOlll or compartment.
FUEL SUPPLY,GASOLINE.- The fuel pump inlet has 1/8" pipe threads, into
which a fittirtg for 1/4" flared tubing is installed.. Be sure any fit-
ting substituted has 1/8" male pipe thrQads, to fit the fuel pump inlet.
Any tank used must be not more·than 8 ft. below the fuel pump. Connec-
tions must be air tight to permit the fuel to rellch the fuel.pump.
Observe local fire code speCifications in making the installation.
NATURAL GAS' OR VAPOR FUEL.- Some special model plants ~e equi~ped to
bum LPG Grnatural gas fuel. Any applicable gas codes must be complied
with wRen ccmnecting the plant to. a source of gas fuel. In some local-
ities, presence of fGreigt'l. matter in the gas supply may require instal-
lation of' a fuel filter in the fuel supply line. The fuel inlet is
threaded for 314" pipe. '3

Onan 6GO-F Specifications

General

Brand	Onan
Model	6GO-F
Category	Inverter
Language	English