Kohler 4CKM User Manual

TP-5393 9/93 Installation 6-9
4/5CKMR-Mobile Generator Set Mounting
Following are three different methods for installing the
Kohlermobilegeneratorset.Theyincludecompartment
mount, below-floor mount, and vehicle-floor mount.
Read this entire manual carefully before installing the
generator set.
Special consideration must be given when installing a
mobile generator set to reduce the effects of Radio
Frequency Interference (RFI) and Electro-Magnetic
Interference (EMI). In some instances, particularly in
mobile applications, where high output, two-way radios
areinuse,RFI andEMI mayinterferewiththesignalsto
thegeneratorset’selectroniccontrols. Carefulplanning
of the installation can minimize the effects of RFI and
EMI.
D Be sure that the battery and ground
connectionsaretightandingood condition(not
corroded). For DC ground connections make
surethat the groundwireistightly connectedto
the generator set ground wire or metal tray.
Internal-orexternal-toothstarwashersmustbe
usedto assureproper contactwith metalparts.
D Observe how the antenna cables, or any other
RFI/EMI carrying wires, are routed in
relationship to the generator set. While these
wires should be shielded, they still can radiate
energy or they may not be properly grounded.
DoNOT run thegenerator DC power linesnext
to these wires or in the same cable raceway.
D Locate the generator set so that the sensitive
electronic equipment (located inside the
controller) is as far away as possible from the
antenna or signal carrying wires. Preferred
method is to locate the generator set on the
opposite side of the RFI/EMI source.
WARNING
Hot engine and exhaust system.
Can cause severe injury or death.
Donotworkongeneratorsetuntilunitis allowedto
cool.
Fire can cause severe injury or death. Hot exhaust
system can ignite adjacent combustible materials. Do
not locate electrical wiring, fuel lines, or combustible
material above the exhaust muffler. Be careful when
parking your vehicle to prevent grass fires started by
exhaust system and hot exhaust gases.
Fire can cause severe injury or death. Hot generator
can ignite debris in compartment. Keep the
compartmentandgeneratorsetcleanandfreeofdebris
and combustible materials to minimize chances of fire.
Do not block fuel/oil drain opening in generator
mounting tray. If sub-flooring is used, cut a
correspondingholeinthesub-flooringfordrainopening.
NOTE
OVERHEATING! The screen position in relation to the
generator end must be as shown in Figure 6-17 or
Figure 6-16 to prevent overheating.
NOTE
Installation of a baffle plate beneath the generator
engine airdischarge (that willnot cause backpressure)
is recommended to prevent expelled air from raising
dust or ruining grass beneath the vehicle.
NOTE
Generator sets equipped withoptional swing-downtray
should not be left in the tilted position for any extended
period. Always place unit in the normal mounting
position when service is not actually being performed,
otherwise engine oil can bypass the piston rings and
cause a hydrostatic lock.
NOTE
To avoid the possibility of igniting combustible material
beneath the vehicle, the mounting tray or fireproof floor
(made of a non-combustible material) must extend the
full length and width of the enclosure. If a floor or end
wall air inlet is used, a fireproof floor must be installed
between mounting tray and enclosure walls.

Kohler 4CKM Specifications

General

Brand	Kohler
Model	4CKM
Category	Inverter
Language	English