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FOREWORD
The function of this book is to provide the user of the AvK generator with an understanding of the
principles of operation, the criteria for which the generator has been designed, and the installation and
maintenance procedures. Specific areas where the lack of care or use of incorrect procedures could
lead to equipment damage and / or personal injury are highlighted with WARNING and / or CAUTION
notes. It is important that the contents of this book are read and understood before proceeding to fit or
use the generator.
The Service, Sales and Technical staff of AvK are always ready to assist. Reference to the company
for advice is welcomed.
Incorrect installation, operation, servicing or replacement of parts can result in
severe personal injury or death and / or equipment damage. Service personnel
must be qualified to perform electrical and mechanical service.
Warning!
Standards.
Generators covered by this manual meet the relevant parts of national and international standards
pertaining to generators. The generator must be operated within the limits laid down in the relevant
standards and within the parameters on the generator rating plate.
Marine generators meet the requirements of all the major marine classification societies.
European Directives.
AC generators sold for use in the European Union must meet the relevant European directives. An ac
generator has no intrinsic function; it must be have a mechanic input in order to provide an electrical
output. The generator is supplied as a component part of a Generating-Set. To reflect this each
generator is supplied with an ‘EC Declaration of Incorporation’ in accordance the Machinery Directive.
The ac generator meets the relevant directives applicable to an ac generator (component part) before it
is incorporated into ‘machinery’.
The directives identified as pertaining to ac generators are:
• The Machinery (Safety) Directive, 98/37/EEC.
• The Low Voltage Directive, 73/23/EEC.
• The EMC Directive, 89/336/EEC
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