INSPECTION/SETUP
General Inspection Prior to Operation Ground Power Tools
When using power tools or electrical equipment requireing AC power from the generator, make sure power tool cord has a ground pin or is double insulated as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Ground Pin
NOTICE
Extension Cable
When electric power is to be provided to various tools or loads at some distance from the generator, 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 3) as a guide for selecting proper cable size.
DANGER
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!
Main Circuit Breaker
ALWAYS place the main circuit breaker in the OFF position prior to starting the engine.
Table 3. 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.
gac2.2H 60 hz GENERATOR • operation and parts manual — rev. #1 (03/31/10) — page 19
