A Step-by-Step Guide to Generator Installation in Sri Lanka
You’ve chosen the perfect generator. Now comes the critical phase: installation. A proper installation is absolutely essential for the safety, performance, and longevity of your equipment. It’s a complex process that involves much more than simply placing a box and connecting a few wires.
As an experienced generator supplier in Sri Lanka, we’ve perfected this process. To help you understand what to expect, here is a step-by-step guide to a professional generator installation.
Step 1: Site Assessment & Planning
Before anything else, our technical team visits your site. We assess the proposed location, ensuring it meets all safety criteria for ventilation, exhaust, and noise control. We also plan the electrical wiring and fuel line routes to create a detailed installation blueprint.
Step 2: Foundation (Plinth) Construction
A generator needs a perfectly level and stable concrete foundation, known as a plinth. This prevents vibration, ensures proper alignment, and protects the machine from ground moisture. Our team constructs a plinth that is custom-engineered to the exact weight and dimensions of your generator.
Step 3: Generator Placement & Electrical Connection
Once the foundation is cured, the generator is carefully positioned. Our certified electricians then connect the generator to your building’s main electrical panel via an Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS). The ATS is the “brain” of the system; it automatically detects a power outage and switches your building to generator power, then switches back when grid power returns.
Step 4: Fuel System & Exhaust Setup
We install the fuel lines, connecting the generator to its main fuel tank. Safety is paramount here, with all connections checked for leaks. The exhaust system is then installed, carefully routing harmful fumes away from the building to a safe, open area, in compliance with all environmental regulations.
Step 5: Final Commissioning & Testing
This is the final and most important step. We start the generator, test the Automatic Transfer Switch, and run a full load bank test to ensure the machine performs perfectly under real-world conditions. We simulate a power outage to confirm that the entire system works seamlessly. Only after it passes every test is the project handed over.
Conclusion: Trust the Experts for a Flawless Installation
A generator installation involves civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering. Attempting to cut corners with an inexperienced installer can lead to voided warranties, equipment damage, and serious safety hazards.
The Prime Power team manages this entire process for you, ensuring every step is completed to the highest standards of safety and quality.
Contact us today to discuss your generator installation project with our technical experts.