Multiquip manual GA-6RE/GA-6REA PRE, General Inspection Prior to Operation Ground Power Tools

General Inspection Prior to Operation

Ground Power Tools

When using power tools or electrical equipment requireing AC power from the generators, make sure connecting (power tool) cable (Figure 6) has a ground as shown in Figure.

GA-6RE/GA-6REA — PRE-

Extension Cable

When electric power is to be provided to various tools or loads at some distance from the generators, extension cords are normally used. Cables should be sized to allow for distance in length and amperage so that the voltage drop between the generators and point of use (load) is held to a minimum. Use the cable selection chart (Table 4) as a guide for selecting proper cable size.

NOTE

Main Circuit Breaker

Never! use power tools or equipment that do not have a ground capability, the possibility exists of electrocution, electrical shock or burn, which can cause severe bodily harm or even

DEATH!

Figure 6. Ground Cables/Plugs

To protect the generators from an overload always place the main circuit breaker in the "OFF" position prior to starting the engine.

Table 4. Cable Selection (60 Hz, Single Phase Operation)

Current In	Load In Watts				Maximum Allowable Cable Length
Amperes	120 Volts	240 Volts	#10 Wire			#12 Wire		#14 Wire	#16 Wire
2.5	300	600	1000 ft.			600	ft.	375 ft.	250 ft.
5	600	1200	500	ft.		300	ft.	200 ft.	125 ft.
7.5	900	1800	350	ft.		200	ft.	125 ft.	100 ft.
10	1200	2400	250	ft.		150 ft.		100 ft.
15	1800	3600	150 ft.			100 ft.		65 ft.
20	2400	4800	125 ft.			75 ft.		50 ft.
CAUTION: Equipment damage can result from low voltage.

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