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Grounding the Generator

Grounding the Generator
Grounding the Generator
WARNING
Generators produce powerful voltage that can cause
death or great physical harm.
• Before using generator, consult a licensed electrician,
electrical inspector, or local agency having jurisdiction
for local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended
use of generator.
FIGURE 5: Ground Terminal (HW2000i Model Illustrated)
NOTE:
The generator is neutral floating which means the ground
terminal on the generator is not connected to the AC neu-
tral wire in the generator. If using a receptacle tester, it will
not show the same ground circuit condition as for a home
receptacle.
Generator Grounding
Intended Use
Equipment connected to
generator receptacles by a
cord and plug
All other uses
(such as direct connection
to a building's electrical
system)
Source: National Electrical Code 2008, Section 250.34
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2000 RATED WATTS
2100 MAXIMUM WATTS
NEUTRAL FLOATING
NEUTRE FLOTTANT
Connection to
Grounding Electrode
Not Required
May Be Required;
Consult a
Licensed Electrician

Special Requirements

There may be Federal or State Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes, or
ordinances that apply to the intended use of generator.
Consult a licensed electrician, electrical inspector, or the
local agency having jurisdiction.
•
In some areas, generators are required to be regis-
tered with local utility companies.
• If generator is used at a construction site, there may
be additional regulations which must be observed.

Using Generator for Back-up Power

DANGER
Improper connections of the generator to a building's electri-
cal system can be deadly.
Electrical current from generator can feedback into
utility lines. Such feedback may electrocute utility
company workers or others who contact utility lines
during a power outage.
Electrical current can feedback into generator. When
utility power is restored, generator may explode,
burn, or cause fires in building's electrical system.
• Before connecting to a building's electrical system, con-
sult a licensed electrician, electrical inspector, or local
agency having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances
that apply to the intended use of generator.
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