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Preparation before installation

• Confirm the installation environment: Choose a well-ventilated place without flammable and explosive materials, with a flat ground whose load-bearing capacity can meet the requirements of the generator.
• Prepare installation tools: Prepare necessary installation tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, and spirit levels.
• Inspect the generator: Carefully check whether the generator and its accessories are intact and ensure they meet the installation requirements.

Installation Steps

• Basic Installation: Place the generator at the predetermined position, use a level to adjust the generator to a horizontal state, then fix the generator on the foundation with bolts to ensure it is firmly secured.
• Connecting the Transmission Device: For generators on vehicles such as trucks, it is necessary to fix an angle iron on the side of the engine, install the generator on the angle iron and fasten it with bolts, then use a belt or chain to connect the generator to the crankshaft to ensure normal transmission.
• Connecting Cables: Select the appropriate cable specifications based on the generator's power and electricity demand. First, disconnect the negative cable of the vehicle battery to ensure safety. Then, connect the generator's negative cable (usually black) to the battery's negative terminal, and the positive cable (usually red) to the battery's positive terminal.
• Other Connections: For silicon rectifier generators, additional components such as a voltage regulator need to be connected. If the generator has other special terminals like "N", they should be connected to the corresponding circuits according to the generator's terminal markings and the vehicle's circuit diagram.
• Connect the exhaust pipe: Select a suitable exhaust pipe, ensure the pipe is unobstructed, connect the exhaust pipe to the generator's exhaust port, and make sure the connection is tight and leak-free.
• Connect the fuel system (if applicable): For diesel generators, select a suitable fuel system based on the generator model and fuel type, connect the fuel system to the generator's fuel inlet, and ensure the connection is secure and leak-free.

Post-installation Inspection

• Check Connections of Each Component: Check if the generator is installed securely without any looseness; check if the cable connections are secure without looseness or damage; check if the exhaust pipe connections are tight without leakage; check if the fuel system connections are secure without leakage.
• Startup and Debugging: Check if all connections of the generator are correct. After ensuring they are correct, perform startup and debugging according to the requirements in the generator manual. Observe the operation status of the generator to ensure there are no abnormalities, and check if the voltage output is within the normal range (the normal output voltage of a 24V generator is generally around 27-29V).

I. Core Requirements for Safe Operation

• Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery throughout the process. Smoking or being close to fire sources is prohibited during wiring and debugging, and keep away from flammable and explosive materials.
• Wear insulating gloves, goggles, and non-slip shoes. Avoid clothing entanglement when operating rotating parts (such as belts).
• Diesel models require separate fuel handling: refuel away from open flames, ensure no leakage in the fuel pipeline, and maintain good ventilation.

II. Key Specifications for Wiring and Circuits

• Strictly correspond to terminal markings: The positive electrode (+) is connected to the positive electrode of the battery, the negative electrode (-) is connected to the negative electrode of the battery, and terminals such as "N" and "F" are connected according to the instruction manual and the vehicle circuit diagram. Reverse connection is strictly prohibited.
• Matching of cable specifications: Select the wire diameter according to the output power of the generator. The 24V system must use a suitable thick wire to avoid heating and burning due to too thin wire diameter. The joint should be crimped with a terminal and then wrapped with insulating tape.
• Voltage regulator must be matched: Cummins generators must be equipped with a dedicated or suitable 24V voltage regulator to avoid damage to electrical equipment caused by abnormal voltage.

III. Installation Adaptation and Fixing Requirements

• Fixing must be firm: The base should be horizontally fixed on a load-bearing qualified plane. For vehicle installation, reinforced brackets must be used, and bolts should be equipped with anti-loosening washers to prevent loosening caused by operational vibrations.
• Reserve space for heat dissipation and maintenance: At least 15-20cm of space should be left around the generator. The exhaust port should be kept away from flammable materials, and the exhaust pipe should be firmly fixed with proper heat insulation treatment.
• Adaptation of transmission devices: For belt drive, the tightness should be adjusted (a deflection of 1-2cm when pressed is appropriate). For chain drive, the pitch should be calibrated to avoid slipping or excessive wear.

IV. Special Notes on Exhaust and Fuel Systems

• Exhaust Pipe Installation: Avoid excessively sharp bends in the routing, add gaskets at the joints, and position the end away from the cab and air intake to prevent exhaust gas backflow or scalding.
• Fuel System (for diesel models): The fuel filter must be installed as required. The pipeline routing should avoid pressure or friction, and all air in the pipeline must be drained before first use.

V. Post-installation Inspection and Debugging

• Pre-start Recheck: Recheck the wiring, fixing, and pipeline connections again to ensure there are no wrong connections, missing connections, or leaks.
• Trial Operation Observation: After starting, listen for any abnormal noises, smell for any unusual odors, monitor the voltage (normal range 27-29V), oil temperature, and water temperature. Proceed to normal operation only if there are no abnormalities.
• Regular Maintenance: Record parameters after installation. Subsequently, regularly check the tightness of wiring connections, the wear condition of belts, and the status of filters. Replace engine oil and accessories according to the instruction manual.