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    Jul 19, 2009, 02:37 AM
    Grounding a 100KVA generator
    Dear Answerers:D
    Can you please tell me exactly how to ground a 100KVA generator?:confused:
    I would be pleased if you can provide a PDF book or guide.:):):)

    Thanks

    Tameem
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    Jul 19, 2009, 04:28 AM

    Are you asking how to ground the frame? Or the neutral of the output?
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    Jul 19, 2009, 10:43 AM

    Both of them sir.
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    Jul 20, 2009, 06:33 AM

    I can direct you to the IEEE Green Book on Grounding.

    http://www.greendiamond.dsskcorp.com/gdi/Books/IEEE/142-1991%20Grounding%20of%20Industrial%20and%20Commerc ial%20Power%20Systems.PDF

    You also need to determine, assuming there is a transfer switch involved, whether it will switch the neutral or not.

    This is important in regards to grounding the neutral.
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    Jul 20, 2009, 06:41 AM
    The grounding method and requirements change a little depending on the installation. The following WEB page may be of help>

    Generator Groundig
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