Product Manual A
4. Installation 7-2018
30 A045R241 (Issue 13)Copyright © 2018 Cummins Inc.
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1 Cool Air In 3 Hot Air Out (Weather Enclosure)
2 Hot Air Out
FIGURE 5. EXAMPLE OF GENERATOR SET LOCATION
The generator set location is critical for safety and performance. Follow the
guidelines below:
• Must comply with applicable codes (NFPA, NEC, IBC, etc.).
• Use this manual for outdoor installations only. For other applications, contact
your local Cummins dealer or refer to the application manual at the following
link: http://www.cumminspower.com/www/literature/applicationmanuals/t030.pdf
• Consider access to utilities, such as electric/gas meters, transfer switch, remote
fuel tank location (for liquid propane if applicable), etc.
• Call the local utilities to mark the locations of buried utility services (gas,
electric, or telephone) before digging.
• Verify the locations of any other buried components (gas, electric or telephone)
with the homeowner before digging.
Follow the clearance guidelines below:
• The generator set must be located 5 feet from combustible materials (NFPA 37)
and any opening in a wall (window, door, vent, etc.).
• The generator set must be located such that the exhaust is not able to
accumulate in an occupied area.
• The generator set must have enough room for installation, service, and
maintenance.
• The generator set must be located to ensure ventilation openings are not
blocked.