HOWTO USEYOUR GENERATOR
If you haveany problems operating your generator after readingthe manual, please call the generator helpiine at 1o800o222o3136.
System Ground
The generator has a system ground that connects the generator frame components to the ground terminals on the AC output receptacbs. The system ground is connected to the AC neutral wire (the neutral is bonded to the generator frame),
Special Requirements
There may be Federator StateOccupational Safety and HealthAdministration (OSHA)regulations, local codes, or ordinancesthat appiy to the intended use of the generator. Pieaseconsult a quaiifbd eiectrician, electrical inspector, or the local agency having jurisdiction.
,In some areas,generators are requiredto be registered with iocai utiiity companies.
oIf the generator is used at a construction site, there may be additional regulations which must be observed.
Cennecting te a Building's Electrical System
Connectionsfor standby power to a buiiding'selectrical system must be made by a quaiified electrician. The connection must isoiate the generator power from utiiity power, and must comply with alI appficabb laws and electrbaI codes.
WARNING
| 3enerator | produces | hazardous | voltage. | ||
_¢ | aiiure | to | isoiate |
| from | power utiiity can |
| result | in | death or generatorinjury | electric utility workers | ||
due to backfeed of electricai energy.
•Wher_using generator for backup power, notify utility company Use approvedtralssfer equipment to isolate generator frorn electric utility
•Use a ground fault circuit interrLipter(GFCI)in any damp or highly conductive area, such as metal decking or steel work.
•DO NOTtouch bare wires or receptacles
oDO NOTuse generator with ebetrical cords which are worn, frayed bare or otherwise damaged.
•DO NOToperate generator in the rain or wet weather
•DO NOThandle generator or ebctrica! cords while standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet
•DO NOTallow Lmqualifiedpersons or children to operate or service generator.
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Generater Clearance
WARNING
_,_5 Exhaustheat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. Keepat least5 ft. (1.5 rn)clearanceonall sidesof generator includingoverhead.
Macegenerator outdoors in an areattsatwiii not accumuiate deadiy exhaust gas. DO NOTpiace generator where exhaust gas (A) couid accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a potentialiy occupied buiiding. Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any windows, doors, ventiiation intakes, or other openings that can ailow exhaust gas to coiiect in a confined area. Prevaiiing winds and air currents shouid be taken into consideration when positioning generator.
Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU mN MINUTES,
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, This is a poison you cannot see or smell,
Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and vents,
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