Connection Plugs; 120 Vac, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle; How To Use The Generator; Grounding The Generator - Generac LP Serie El Manual Del Propietario

Operation
Figure 6 - Generator Controls
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2.2 CONNECTION PLUGS

2.2.1 120 VAC, 20 AMP, DUPLEX RECEPTACLE

This is a 120 Volt outlet protected against overload by a 20 Amp
push-to-reset circuit breaker (Figure 7). Use each socket to power
120 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to a
combined 2400 watts (2.4 kW) or 20 Amps of current. Use only
high quality, well-insulated, 3-wire grounded cord sets rated for
125 Volts at 20 Amps (or greater).
Keep extension cords as short as possible, preferably less than
15 feet long, to prevent voltage drop and possible overheating of
wires.
Figure 7 - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle
2.2.2 120/240 VAC, 20 AMP RECEPTACLE
Use a NEMA L14-20R plug with this receptacle (rotate to lock/
unlock). Connect a suitable 4-wire grounded cord set to the plug
and to the desired load. The cord set should be rated for 250 Volts
AC at 20 Amps (or greater) (Figure 8).
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Figure 8 - 120/240 VAC, 20 Amp Receptacle
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Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase
loads requiring up to 2400 watts (2.4 kW) of power at 30 Amps or
240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 3250 watts
(3.25 kW) of power at 13.5 Amps. The outlet is protected by two
15 Amp push-to-reset circuit breakers.

2.3 HOW TO USE THE GENERATOR

• Never operate in an enclosed area or indoors! NEVER use in
the home, in a vehicle, or in partly enclosed areas such as
garages, EVEN IF doors and windows are open! ONLY use
outdoors and far from open windows, doors, vents, and in an
area that will not accumulate deadly exhaust.
If there are any problems operating the generator, please call the
generator helpline at 1-888-436-3722.

2.3.1 GROUNDING THE GENERATOR

The National Electrical Code requires that the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of this generator be
properly connected to an approved earth ground (Figure 9).
Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the
unit. For that purpose, connecting a No. 10 AWG (American Wire
Gauge) stranded copper wire to the grounding lug and to an
earth-driven copper or brass grounding rod (electrode) provides
adequate protection against electrical shock. However, local codes
may vary widely. Consult with a local electrician for grounding
requirements in the area.
120V/240V
20A