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Design basis for air inlet and exhaust of generator room
Sizing ventilation systems based on the generator's output and the room's physical constraints reduces thermal stress and balances load capacity. The physical design of a generator room supports performance, safety, and long-term maintainability. Combustion air describes the air the engine requires to burn fuel. Cooling and combustion air directly impact engine and package unit performance and. . When a generator is installed and operated in an indoor environment, adequate ventilation for heat dissipation and combustion is required. When ever possible, face the generator. . During the design process of the engine room, the air inlet and air outlet must be unblocked to ensure the air intake to supplement the air consumed by the generator combustion and the unit. Open packages are usually installed inside a buildin or beneath a canopied structure to protect them from the elements. It is critical that an adequate amount of vent as possible and directly above the generator sets.
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