Grain Systems PNEG-163-08 - Manual (Page 17)

3. Installation
PNEG-163-08 Centrifugal Fan 17
Machine to Earth Ground
It is very important that a machine to earth ground rod be installed at the fan. This is true even if there is
a ground at the pole 15' away. This ground needs to be as close to the fan as possible, but no more than
8' away. The ground rod should be connected to the fan control panel with at least a #6 solid bare copper
ground wire, or in accordance with local requirements. The machine to earth ground provides additional
safety if there is a short. It also provides the grounding necessary for long life and operation of the solid
state circuit boards used on control circuits and the electronic ignition systems.
Previously Installed Units
It is recommended that previously installed units be checked to see that a machine to earth ground has
been installed by an electrician.
Ground Rod Installation
Proper Installation of the Ground Rod
(Ground rods and wires are not supplied.) It is recommended that the rod not be driven into dry ground.
The following steps ensure proper ground rod installation:
1. Dig a hole large enough to hold 1 to 2 gallons of water.
2. Fill hole with water.
3. Insert rod through water and jab it into the ground.
4. Continue jabbing the rod up and down, the water will work its way down the hole, making it
possible to work the rod completely into the ground. This method of installing the rod gives a
good conductive bond with the surrounding soil.
5. Connect the bare copper ground wire to the rod with the proper ground rod clamp.
6. Connect the bare ground wire to the fan control boxes with a grounding lug.
7. Ground wire must not have any breaks or splices. Insulated wire is not recommended for grounding.
Figure 3B
Dig a hole large enough to hold 1 or
2 gallons of water.
Work the ground rod into the earth
until it is completely in the ground.