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
(see "Eqopment
Description',
earlier
in this manual).
Special
Requirements
There may be Federal or State Occupational
Safety and
HeaHth Administration
(OSHA) reguHations, HocaH codes, or
ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator,
Please consuk a qualified electridan, electrical
inspector, or
the local agency having jurisdiction,
o In some areas, generators
are required
to be registered
with local utility companies,
o If the generator
is used at a construction
site, there may
be additional regulations which must be observed,
Connecting
to a Build[rig's
Electrical
Connections
for standby
power
to a building'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 power1 notify utility
company. Use approved
transfer equipment
to isolate
generator
from electric
utility:
Use a ground fauk 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.
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
generatoi:
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,
including the generator compartment of a r_creational vehicle (RV).
The generator
must
be at least 5 ft. (I 52 cm) from
structures
having
combustible
walls
and/or
other
combustible
materials.
Leave at least 3 ft. (92 cm) all around
generator
including
overhead,
for adequate
cooling,
maintenance
and servicing.
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
4). Prevailing
winds
and air currents
should
be taken
into
consideration
when
positioning
generator.
Typical
Generator
Shown
Exhaust Port