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Section 1. Installation
1.1 Introduction
Hazardous voltage.
Will cause severe injury or death.
This equipment must be installed and serviced by qualified electrical personnel.
Have the generator set installed by an authorized Kohler distributor/dealer or authorized representative. Install the equipment in
compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes. For Canadian installations, refer to the Canadian Electrical
Code (CEC).
The generator set must be installed outdoors. The exhaust systems on enclosed units are designed for outdoor installation only.
Note:
DO NOT install these generator sets inside a building.
Note:
Install carbon monoxide (CO) detector(s) on each level of any building adjacent to a generator set. Locate the detectors to
adequately warn the building’s occupants of the presence of carbon monoxide.
Obtain a building permit and contact your local utility companies to mark the locations of underground pipes and cables.
Read and follow the safety precautions in this manual and observe the decals on the equipment. Refer to the diagrams and
drawings in this manual for dimensions and electrical connections during the installation procedure. Read the entire installation
procedure and obtain the accessories and tools needed before beginning installation. Perform the steps in the order shown.
To install optional accessories, follow the instructions provided with each kit.
Carbon monoxide.
Can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death.
The exhaust system must be leakproof and routinely inspected.
Generator set operation. Carbon monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide is an odorless,
colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas that can cause death if inhaled for even a short time. Avoid breathing exhaust fumes when
working on or near the generator set. Never operate the generator set inside a building. Never operate the generator set where
exhaust gas could seep inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building through windows, air intake vents, or other
openings.
Carbon monoxide detectors. Carbon monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Install carbon monoxide
detectors on each level of any building adjacent to the generator set. Locate the detectors to adequately warn the building’s
occupants of the presence of carbon monoxide. Keep the detectors operational at all times. Periodically test and replace the
carbon monoxide detectors according to the manufacturer’s instructions.