Volvo Diesel Engine Arrangement Locations below ground level Locations below ground level must have sufficient capacity to support the weight of the entire installation plus the concrete foundation it is to rest on. If there is doubt regarding the supporting capacity of the location below ground level where the foundation is to stand, a qualified technician must be contacted to determine the type and size of the concrete foundation Fixed concrete block The fixed concrete block is a proven method and for certain installations the most suitable. In these cases the generator set's underframe is bolted directly to the concrete block. Concrete block size is recommended to extend 400 – 500 mm (16 – 20") beyond each side of the assembled generator set. The surface of the block is usually above bed level so that the difference “ h ” is 100-200 mm (4 – 8") and forms a pedestal. After the concrete depth required for installation weight and stability has ...
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