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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or break-
down, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric cur-
rent to reduce the risk of electric shock.
DANGER - IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT-
GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK
OF ELECTROCUTION.
ELECTRICIAN OR SERVICE PERSON IF YOU ARE IN
DOUBT AS TO WHETHER THE UNIT IS PROPERLY
GROUNDED.
The wing nut and ground terminal on the frame must always be used
to connect the generator to a suitable ground source. The ground
path should be made with #8 size wire. Connect the terminal of the
ground wire between the two star washers and wing nut then tighten
the wing nut fully. Connect the other end of the wire securely to a suit-
able ground source.
The National Electric Code contains several practical ways in which
to establish a good ground source. Examples given below illustrate a
few of the ways in which a good ground source may be established.
A metal underground water pipe in direct contact with the earth for at
least 10 feet can be used as a grounding source. If a pipe is unavail-
able, an 8 foot length of pipe or rod may be used as the ground
source. The pipe should be 3/4 inch trade size or larger and the outer
surface must be noncorrosive. If a steel or iron rod is used it should
be at least 5/8 inch diameter and if a nonferrous rod is used it should
be at least 1/2 inch diameter and be listed as material for grounding.
Drive the rod or pipe to a depth of 8 feet. If a rock bottom is en-
countered less than 4 feet down, bury the rod or pipe in a trench. All
electrical tools and appliances operated from this generator, must be
properly grounded by use of a third wire or be "Double Insulated".
It is recommended to:
1. Use electrical devices with 3 prong power cords.
2. Use an extension cord with a 3 hole receptacle and a 3 prong plug
at the opposite ends to ensure continuity of the ground protection
from the generator to appliance.
We strongly recommend that all applicable federal, state and local
regulations relating to grounding specifications be checked and fol-
lowed.
LINE TRANSFER SWITCH
If this generator is used for standby service, it must have a transfer
switch between the utility power service and the generator. The trans-
fer switch not only prevents the utility power form feeding into the
generator, but is also prevents the generator form feeding out into the
utility company's lines. This is intended to protect the serviceman who
may be working on a damaged line.
THIS INSTALLATION MUST BE DONE BY A LICENSED ELEC-
TRICIAN AND ALL LOCAL CODES MUST BE FOLLOWED.
BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT
REMOVE CARRIAGE BRACKETS
The generator has two (2) red carriage brackets fitted underneath the
base to prevent damage caused by rough handling during transit.
IMPORTANT- THESE BE MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE USE,
OTHERWISE THE UNIT WILL VIBRATE EXCESSIVELY AND
DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.
Operator's Manual
PREPARING THE GENERATOR
CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED
GND
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