Powermate P1204 - Manual (Page 9)

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The generator is supplied with an integral molded
plastic base for use as an installation pad. Use of this
base is intended to minimize installation cost by
eliminating the need for a poured concrete pad.
A pad of crushed gravel a minimum of three inches
thick is recommended as a base to set the generator on.
Compact the gravel and ensure that the pad is level in all
directions, making sure that the overall pad height is
greater than the surrounding grade with a slope to carry
water away from all sides of the pad. Pad dimensions at
least six inches larger than the base size in all directions
are recommended.
It is possible to use a standard concrete pad if
desired. When using this method, a lightly steel
reinforced pad a minimum of 2 inches thick, poured to
local codes is recommended. Ensure the pad extends
past the generator pallet and is high enough to promote
drainage of water away from the generator.
After preparing the base pad (C), position the
generator (A) directly on the pad , complete with the
wooden skids supplied for shipping. Remove the lag
bolts (B) fastening the wood to the pallet from all six
positions. Using a pry bar with a block of wood as a
pivot, carefully lift one end of the pallet and remove the
wooden skids from both that end and the center of the
pallet (D). Lower the pallet to the pad, then pry the other
end up and remove the skid from that end (E). Check
the generator with a level in all directions, placing
material under the base as required.
Although the weight of the generator is adequate to
prevent movement during normal operation, anchoring of
the generator is recommended. To anchor the generator
on a gravel pad, drive a minimum of four (4) spikes
through the anchoring tabs located on the outside
corners of the pallet. If a concrete pad is used, anchor
the pallet at the same points using appropriate concrete
fasteners.
P P P P L L L L A A A A C C C C E E E E M M M M E E E E N N N N T T T T A A A A N N N N D D D D A A A A N N N N C C C C H H H H O O O O R R R R II II N N N N G G G G
W WA AR RN NIIN NG G
• For fire safety, the generator must be installed
and maintained properly. Installation always
must comply with applicable codes, standards,
laws and regulations. Adhere strictly to local,
state and national electrical and building codes.
Comply with regulations the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and
National Electrical Code (NEC) have
established.
• This generator is designed to be installed
outside only. Never install this unit inside any
room, enclosure, or basement. The generator
needs adequate cooling and ventilation for
continued proper and safe operation.