Operation
USmNG
THE
GENERATOR
System
Ground
The generator
has a system
ground
that connects
the
generator
frame
components
to the ground
terminals
on
the AC output
receptacles.The
system
ground
is connected
to the AC neutral
wire
(the
neutral
is bonded
to
the
generator
frame).
Special
Requirements
There
may be FederaH or State OccupationaH
Safety and
Health Administration
(OSHA)
regulations,
local codes, or
ordinances
that apply to the intended
use of the generator.
Please consult
a qualified electrician,
electrical
inspector,
or
the local agency having jurisdiction.
o In some areas, generators
are required
to be registered
with local utility companies.
o The generator's
receptacles
and the provided
adapter
cord set are not protected
by a Ground
Fault Circuit
Interrupter
(GFCI). If used on an OSHA
governed
job
site, appropriate
GFCI protection
must be utilized.
Connecting
to a Buiiding's
Electrical
Connections
for standby
power
to a buiHing's
electrical
system
must be made by a qualified
electrician.The
connection
must isolate the generator
power
from
utility
power, and must
comply
with
all applicable
laws and electrical
codes.
WANNING
When
using generator
for backup power, notify utility
company.
Use approved
transfer
equipment
to isolate
generator
from
electric
utility
Use a ground
fault circuit
interrupter
(GFCI)
in any damp
or
highly conductive
area, such as metal
decking
or steel work.
DO NOT
touch
bare wires
or receptacles.
DO NOT
use generator
with electrical
cords
which are worn,
frayed,
bare or otherwise
damaged.
DO NOT
operate
generator
in the rain or wet weather.
DO NOT
handle generator
or electrical
cords
while standing
in water; while barefoot,
or while
hands or feet are wet.
DO NOT
allow unqualified
persons
or children
to operate
or
service
generator,
Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance
on all sides of generator
including
overhead.
Place
generator
in a well
ventilated
area,
which
will allow
for
removal
of deadly
exhaust
gas. DO
NOT
place
generator
where
exhaust
gas could
accumulate
and
enter
inside
or be drawn
into
a potentially
occupied
building.
Ensure
exhaust
gas is kept
away
from
any windows,
doors,
ventilation
intakes
or other
openings
that
can allow
exhaust
gas to collect
in a confined
area
(Figure
3). Prevailing
winds
and
air currents
should
be taken
into
consideration
when
_ositioning
generator.
WARNING
Operate
generator
ONLY outdoors.
Keep exhaust
gas from
entering
a confined
area through
windows,
doors,
ventilation
intakes
or other
openings.
DO NOT
operate
generator
inside any building or enclosure
(even if doors
or windows
are open), including
the generator
compartment
of a recreational
vehicle (RV).
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Typical
Generato_
Shown
Exhaust Port
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