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AC Applications
Before connecting an appliance or power cord to the generator:
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Make sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances or
power cords can create a potential for electrical shock.
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If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish or
stops suddenly, turn it off immediately. Disconnect the appliance,
and determine whether the problem is the appliance, or if the rated
load capacity of the generator has been exceeded.
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Make sure that the electrical rating of the tool or appliance does not
exceed that of the generator. Never exceed the maximum power
rating of
the
generator. Power levels between rated and maximum
may be used for no more than 30 minutes.
Substantial overloading will open the circuit breaker. Exceeding the
time limit for maximum power operation or slightly overloading the
generator may not switch the circuit breaker OFF, but will shorten the
service life of the generator.
Limit operation requiring maximum power to 30 minutes.
Maximum power is:
3.5 kVA
For continuous operation, do not exceed the rated power.
Rated power is:
3.0 kVA
In either case, the total power requirements (VA) of all appliances
connected must be considered. Appliance and power tool
manufacturers usually list rating information near the model number
or serial number.
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