Applying Load; Major Features; Circuit Breakers - Coleman Powermate Vantage Série Manuel De L'opérateur

120/240 Volts, 20 Ampere and 30 Ampere Plug
240 Volts, 50 Ampere Plug

APPLYING LOAD

This unit has been pretested and adjusted to handle its full
capacity. When starting the generator, disconnect all load.
Apply load only after generator is running. Voltage is regulated
via the engine speed adjusted at the factory for correct output.
Readjusting is not advised.
CAUTION: When applying a load, do not
exceed the maximum wattage rating of the
generator when using one or more
receptacles. Also, do not exceed the
amperage rating of any one receptacle.
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MAJOR FEATURES

A. 120 V, 15 or 20 Ampere Duplex Receptacle
This duplex is split (except on the 7000 watt units) so that
15/20 amps of current may be drawn from each half of the
receptacle. However, total power drawn must be kept
within nameplate ratings. These receptacles may be used
along with the twistlock receptacle provided the generator
is not overloaded.
B. 120 V, 30 Ampere Twistlock Receptacle
You may draw a maximum of 30 amps or 3600 watts from
this receptacle. If other receptacles are used at the same
time, total power used must be kept within nameplate
ratings.
C. 120/240 V, 20 Ampere Twistlock Receptacle
A maximum of 20 amps may be drawn from the 120/240
volt receptacle, provided it is the only receptacle used.
However, current must be limited to the nameplate rating.
If the 120/240 volt receptacle is used along with the 120
volt receptacle, the total load drawn must not exceed the
nameplate ratings.
D. Circuit Breakers
The receptacles are protected by an AC circuit breaker.
(See Circuit Protection).
E. Idle Control Switch
Some models are equipped with an idle control switch.
(See Idle Control).
F. 120/240 V 30 Amp Twistlock Receptacle
A maximum of 30 amps may be drawn from the 120/240
volt receptacle, provided it is the only receptacle used.
However, current must be limited to the nameplate rating.
If the 120/240 volt receptacle is used along with the 120
volt receptacle, the total load drawn must not exceed the
nameplate ratings.
H. DC Receptacle 12 V, 15 Ampere
Some models are equipped with a battery charger. (See
DC Features).
I. 120 Volt GFCI Receptacle
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter duplex receptacle is rated
so that a total of 20 amps may be drawn regardless of
whether both halfs or just one receptacle is used. This
receptacle may be used along with the other receptacles
provided the generator is not overloaded and total power
drawn is kept within nameplate ratings.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(Conforms to U.L. 943, Class A and NEC requirements)
This device protects you against hazardous electrical
shock that may be caused if your body becomes a path
through which electricity travels to reach ground. This
could happen when you touch an appliance or cord that is
"live" through faulty mechanism, damp or worn insulation,
etc.
J. 240 Volt Heavy Duty Receptacle
This receptacle is rated at 50 amps but the current must be
limited to the nameplate rating. If this receptacle is used
along with the 120 volt receptacles, the total load drawn
must not exceed the nameplate ratings.
K. Engine Start/Stop Switch
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