This manual describes the installation of the Cutsforth Shaft Grounding Assembly.
The following parts are included in the Shaft Grounding Assembly installation package:
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1 Shaft Grounding Assembly Part # EGSA-210 |
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2 Shaft grounding ropes Part # EGHK-205 |
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1 Attachment arm pipe Part # EGSM-012 |
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1 Rope guide spacer (1/16 in thick) |
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2 Elbow assemblies Part # EGSA-004 |
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1 Connector plate and hardware Part # EGSM-009 |
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1 High-Frequency Drain Kit Part # EGSA-303 |
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Welder, TIG preferred (for Shaft Grounding Assembly only)
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1/2 in hex wrench socket
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9/16 in socket wrench
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1/4 in hex key wrench
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3/16 in hex key wrench
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Drill
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5/16 in-18 tap
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Letter F drill bit
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Wire cutters
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Wire strippers
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Wire crimpers
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Tape, banding, and/or clamps (for Shaft Grounding Assembly only)
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The shaft must be fully coupled.
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The generator and turbine bearing caps in the load compartment must be fully installed.
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The condition of the shaft at the Shaft Grounding Assembly installation location must be documented by photo or video. If the shaft is still rotating, use a strobe to capture a video of the shaft condition. To facilitate a robust electrical contact for the shaft grounding system, make sure that the shaft surface is free of grooving, pitting, oxidation, and contamination.