Guardian Technologies 004702-0 Manual De Usuario

  

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• If the generator cannot be bolted directly to 

the supporting frame or support tubing, consider 
using additional tubing, angle brackets or other 
supports to give the supporting frame sufficient 
strength.

If planning to suspend the generator below the hori-
zontal support tubing, the suspension method to use 
with the vehicle frame members must (a) be able to 
support the weight of the generator AND (b) provide 
sufficient restraint for the generator. One typical sus-
pended mounting system is shown in Figure 6.2. The 
location of a suspended mounting system must be 
carefully planned, keeping the following general rules 
in mind:

• Protect the generator against road splash and 

debris. Baffles or splash guards may be required 
to protect certain areas of the generator. To make 
sure the generator is adequately protected, road 
test the installation through mud, water and 
slush.

• The installer must make certain that the selected 

location will permit adequate cooling and ventilat-
ing airflow to be supplied.

Use four 3/8"-16 hardened steel bolts (Grade 5) to 
fasten the generator to the supporting frame or the 
support tubing. These bolts must pass through (a) 
the generator mounting base, (b) the compartment 
floor (if a compartment is used) and (c) the support-
ing framework (Figure 6.3). All bolts must be long 
enough so that when tight, at least three threads are 
visible past the retaining lock nuts. Refer to Section 
6.2 for the location of the generator mounting holes.

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Whether the generator set is being installed inside a 
compartment specifically manufactured to house a 
generator or inside a compartment that the installer 
constructs, the compartment MUST meet certain spec-
ifications as outlined in the following sections:

Plan the compartment size carefully. Provide a mini-
mum clearance of 1/2 inch (13 mm) on the front and 
top, 1 inch (25 mm) on the sides, and 1/2 inch (13 
mm) from the back for air circulation AFTER the 
compartment has been lined with metal and sound 
insulation (Figure 6.4).

NOTE:

Refer to “Figure 5.2 – Major Features and 
Dimensions”.

•  The generator compartment should be either con-

structed of, or lined with, 26-gauge galvanized 
steel.

NOTE:

Aluminum is NOT an acceptable alternative to 
galvanized steel due to aluminum’s low melting 
point.

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