07.03 Where should the day tank be located?

The day tank should be located as close to the generator engine as possible, and preferably on the side of the engine that includes the fuel supply and return connections.

In some cases, the day tanks are located along one wall of the generator room for convenience, which in some cases could be up to 100 feet away. The generator dealer should be contacted to confirm that a generator fuel pump will operate with a remotely located day tank.

Local restrictions on the volume of fuel in a room, may require that day tanks be located remotely in fire rated rooms, separated from the generator room.