Section
1.
Introduction
GENERAL
Each marine generator set must be installed properly
if
it
is
to
operate reliably, quietly, and most important
-
safely. Therefore, read this entire manual before starting
the installation. The manual should be used only as a
guide as each installation must be considered on an
individual basis. For operation and maintenance proce-
dures, refer to the MCE Operator‘s Manual
927-0124
which accompanies each unit
Proper installation is very important Requirements to
consider should include:
Adequate cooling air
a
Adequate combustion air
a
Discharge
of
exhaust gases
a
Discharge
of
circulated air
Electrical connections and bonding
Fuel connections
Sea water connections
a
Accessibility for operation and servicing
a
Level mounting surface
a
Adequate support under mounting points
a
Noise levels
INSTALLATION
CODES AND SAFETY
RECOMMENDATIONS
The insthation must follow recommendations of the
American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) and the
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
The installer should be familiar with and follow the
appropriate guidance found in the following
publications:
ABYC
“Safety
Standards
for
Small
Craft”from:
ABYC
15
East
26th
St
New York, NY
10010
NFPA302
“Fire
Protection
Standard
for
Motor
Craif”from:
NFPA
470
Atlantic Avenue
Boston, MA
02210
USCG 33CFR183 from:
U.S.
Government Printing Office
Washington, D.C.
20404
~AWARNING
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INCORRECT SERVICE
OR
REPLACEMENT OF PARTS CAN RESULT IN SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH, AND/OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE. SERVICE PER-
SONNEL MUST BE QUALIFIED TO PERFORM ELECTRICAL AND/OR MECHANI-
CAL SERVICE.
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