How to install the fan blades of a gasoline generator

How do you keep a generator from exploding?

Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans, and other moving or hot parts. Never remove any drive belt or fan guard while the unit is operating. Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilat-ing air is critical to prevent buildup of explosive gases and to ensure correct generator operation.

How do you mount a fan on a multi carb manifold?

With a multi carb manifold or just an alternator with non-Ford mount plate there are several strategies to mount the fan where Ford put it, using Ford bits, aftermarket bracket, or very simple constructions of plates witha few holes drilled. Sounds like this is not an uncommon issue.

Where is the fan located on a 59 stud generator?

Depends on which 24 stud (year). If you are talking the '38 (& my '39 std), the fan was mounted to the front of the generator. "59" blocks had a fan that hung from the front of the intake.

Can a generator be installed on a combustible floor?

Be sure the bolts are long enough to retain the compartment. If the generator must be installed on any combustible floor or roof, comply with the following rules: Place a layer of non-combustible insulation, fol-lowed by a layer of sheet metal beneath the unit’s mounting base rails (Figure 1.1).

Where should a generator exhaust be piped?

Exhaust gases must be piped safely away from any building or enclosure that houses the generator to an area where people, animals, etc., will not be harmed. This exhaust system must be installed properly, in strict compliance with applicable codes and standards.

How do you reinforce a generator compartment?

An alternate reinforcement method is to place No. 6 reinforcing bars on 12 inch (300mm) centers hori-zontally. Bars should clear the foundation surface a minimum of 3 inches (75mm). Retain the generator compartment to the concrete slab with masonry bolts.