TM 5-6115-584-12NAVFAC P-8-622-12TO-35C2-3-456-1TM-05682C-12out-of-level. Set up the unit as level as possible andgrounding method must be supplemented by an addi-keep it as level as possible during operation.tional driven metal rod ground or a buried metalplate ground. A driven metal ground rod must have aminimum diameter of 5/8 inch if solid or 3/4 if pipe,e. Grounding. The Generator Set must be groundedand driven to a minimum depth of 8 feet. A buriedprior to operation. The ground can be, in order ofmetal ground plate must have a minimum area of 9preference: (1) an underground metallic water pipingsquare feet, minimum thickness of 1/4 inch, and besystem, (2) a driven metal rod, or (3) a buried metalburied at a minimum depth of 4 feet. The ground leadplate (figure 4-2). If the effectively grounded portionmust be at least No. 6 AWG (American Wire Gauge)of the buried metallic water pipe is less than 10 feetcopper wire. Ground rods are available as optionaldue to insulated sections or joints, this preferredequipment.Figure 4-2. Grounding Generator Set4-3
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