Section 4: Operation
RECEPTACLES
CAUTION
Receptacles may be marked with rating value greater than generator output capacity.
•NEVER attempt to power a device requiring more amperage than generator or receptacle can supply.
•DO NOT overload the generator. See “Don’t Overload Generator”.
120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle
Use a NEMA
Figure 5 — 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Receptacle
240V
120V 120V
W (Neutral)
Y (Hot) | X (Hot) |
NEMA | Ground (Green) |
This receptacle powers 120/240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 5,550 watts of power
(5.55 kW) at 23.1 Amps for 120 Volts or 240 Volts.The outlet is protected by a
120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles
Each duplex receptacle (Figure 6) is protected against overload by a
Figure 6 — 120 Volt, 20 Amp Duplex Receptacle
Use each receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC,
GENERATOR ADAPTER CORD SET
The generator is equipped with a 25’ generator adapter cord set designed for a 240 Volt, 30 Amp grounded neutral circuit (Figure 7).The generator adapter cord set provides a convenient supply of emergency power into your dwelling so that your generator can be operated safely outside.
Figure 7 — Generator Adapter Cord Set
The maximum load on each outlet is 20 Amps.The maximum total load on both yellow wire outlets or black wire outlets is 30 Amps.
NOTE: Follow all safety precautions when connecting any extension cord or device to the generator.
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