Kohler Generator Sets 20--2800 kW User Manual Page 17

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TP-5700 7/93 5Section 2 Load and Transport
D Do not attach lifting hooks to outside reinforcing
plate on skid. Attach lifting hooks to skid exactly as
shown in Figure 2-4. This method utilizes the
strongest portion of the mounting skid and also
prevents the lifting hooks from slipping. Generators
without skid reinforcing plates can be raised with lift
hooks on the inside or outside of the skid.
The following information pertains to lifting a generator
set with subbase fuel tank, weather housing, and/or
sound shield.
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TP-5700-2
1. Reinforcing plate
Figure 2-4 Lifting Hook Placement (above 1000 kW)
2.1.1 Weather Housing
Lift the weather housing and generator set together as
one unit using the generator set guidelines.
2.1.2 Sound Shield
If the generator set has an installed sound shield and
subbase fuel tank the assembly can be lifted as one unit
provided the subbase fuel tank has lifting eyes installed
and meets the criteria of subbase fuel tank paragraph 2.
In all other cases, remove the sound shield per the
following paragraphs.
Remove the sound shield, if installed, from the
generator set before lifting the generator set. The sound
shield attaching bolts may be hidden by the sound shield
insulation. To locate the hardware carefully lift the sound
insulation near the skid.
Remove the wood skid before lifting the sound shield
using the eye bolts. Use the sound shield eye bolts, if
equipped, to lift only the sound shield.
Reinstall the sound shield after lifting and mounting the
generator set.
2.1.3 Subbase Fuel Tank
The lifting contractor determines the type and suitability
of the subbase fuel tank lifting device. Lift the subbase
fuel tank as one unit if shipped separately from the
generator set. Use lifting eyes if equipped on subbase
fuel tank; otherwise, use chains or cables to lift the
subbase fuel tank. If using lifting straps, protect the
strap from sharp fuel tank edges.
Lift the generator set (up to 400 kW) and subbase fuel
tank together provided the fuel tank is empty and the
subbase fuel tank does not extend beyond the perimeter
of the generator set skid.
In all other cases, remove the mounting hardware and
wiring between the the generator set and subbase fuel
tank. Lift the generator set and subbase fuel tank
separately. It is not necessary to drain fuel tank when
lifting just the fuel tank.
2.2 Transporting the Generator Set
D The transporting vehicle/trailer must be sized for
the dimension and weight of the generator set.
Consult the set dimensional drawing or contact the
factory for information (weight, dimensions) pertinent to
planning transport. The overall height of a generator set
in transit (including vehicle/trailer) must not exceed
13.5 ft. (4.1 m) unless special hauling permits are
obtained (check Federal, State, and local laws prior to
transporting). Larger units (above 1000 kW) should be
transported on low-boy-type trailers with a deck height
of 25 in. (635 mm) or less to meet clearance
requirements. Large (unboxed) generators with
radiators should be loaded with the radiator facing the
rear to reduce wind resistance while in transit. Radiators
with free-wheeling fans must have the fan secured to
prevent rotation that might introduce flying objects to the
radiator core or fan blades.
D Be sure the generator set is securely fastened to
the vehicle/trailer and covered with a tarpaulin.
Even the heaviest of units is capable of movement
during shipment unless properly secured. Fasten the
set to the vehicle/trailer bed with properly sized chain
routed through the mounting holes of the skid. Use
chain tighteners to remove slack from the mounting
chain. Cover the entire unit with a heavy-duty
tarpaulin and secure tarpaulin to the generator or
trailer.
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