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If flexible metal conduit is used, it must be sealed

internally at the end where it terminates inside the
compartment’s electrical junction box.

NOTE:

Flexible metal conduit, due to its unique construc-
tion, is NOT vapor tight along its entire length.

Seams and joints of the galvanized steel (whether

used as a liner or for the compartment itself) must
be lapped and mechanically secured. Such seams
may be manufactured, welded, bolted, riveted or
screwed. Manufactured lock seams are shown in
Figure 2.6. Installer constructed compartments
typically utilize a standard lap joint.

Figure 2.6 – Types of Lock Seams

After the compartment has been metal lined and

vapor sealed, line the compartment interior walls
and ceiling with an approved, nonflammable sound
insulating material. See the "Sound Insulating
Materials" section.

DANGER

Do not install any flammable material directly

above or around the compartment. Heat, trans-
ferred through the compartment structure, may
be sufficient to ignite, char or discolor seat cush-
ions, fiberboard and other flammable materials.
Use approved nonflammable insulating materials
in high temperature areas.

2.2.3 SOUND INSULATING MATERIALS

Once installers have determined that a compartment
is properly constructed and metal lined, they can add
acoustical material. This may include additional seal-
ant or insulating material, to reflect noise away from
the vehicle interior.

Sound insulating materials should be of a nonflam-
mable type. One excellent insulating material is a 1-
inch (25 mm) thick fiberglass having a 2-pound den-
sity. When fiberglass is used, its coated side should
face toward the compartment interior.

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DANGER

Do not install sound insulation or any absorbent

material on the compartment floor interior. Such
materials will become soaked with combustible
or explosive vapors and liquids and will become
a fire hazard.

Using a combination of sound insulating materials
can often reduce noise more effectively than a single
material. For example, a sheet of lead or visco-elastic
material, along with a layer of other acoustical mate-
rial, is more effective than when a single material is
used.

2.2.4 ACOUSTICS

For additional noise abatement, the installer may
wish to consider the following:

Using special sound insulating materials.
Construction of a special noise abatement com-

partment.

NOTE:

Any method used to reduce noise must not
adversely affect the flow of cooling and ventilating
air into or out of the compartment.

In addition to the effective use of sound insulating
materials, construction of a special noise abatement
compartment might be considered to reduce noise
levels. Such a compartment might be constructed as
follows (Figure 2.7):

Use 5/8-inch thick or 3/4-inch thick plywood in the

compartment.

Construct the compartment floor of a double thick-

ness of 5/8-inch or 3/4-inch plywood.

Line the compartment interior walls and floor, as

well as the underside of the floor, with 26-gauge
galvanized steel.

Vapor seal all compartment seams and joints.
Over the galvanized steel lining, install a combina-

tion of acoustical materials as mentioned in the
"Sound Insulating Materials" section.

DANGER

To prevent fire or explosion, do not install any

insulation or other absorbent materials on the
interior or underside of the compartment floor.

Seal all compartment door edges to prevent noise

leakage around the door perimeter.

Line the compartment door interior (except for air

openings) with suitable, fireproof sound insulation
(such as 1-inch (25 mm) thick fiberglass with a 2-
pound density).

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Section 2 – Installation

Recreational Vehicle Generator