Make sure the lifting equipment you’ll be using has sufficient capacity to safely handle the weight of the generator.
Use nylon lifting straps and connect them to the lifting eyes on each corner of the base frame to avoid damaging the enclosure.
Set the generator onto the pad so that the gravel bed extends several inches beyond the generator on all sides.
Make sure the generator is level within ½ inch.
Some locations require the use of a poured concrete mounting pad. If you’re using a concrete pad, secure the base frame of the generator to the pad with appropriately sized masonry bolts or other fasteners specified by local code.
Connect an approved ground strap to the grounding lug on the base frame and to an approved earth ground or grounding rod as specified by local regulations.
