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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to re-
duce the risk of electric shock.
DANGER - IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT-
GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK
OF ELECTROCUTION.
ELECTRICIAN OR SERVICE PERSON IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT
AS TO WHETHER THE UNIT IS PROPERLY GROUNDED.
The wing nut and ground terminal on the frame must always be used
to connect the generator to a suitable ground source. The ground path
should be made with #8 size wire. Connect the terminal of the ground
wire between the two star washers and wing nut then tighten the wing
nut fully. Connect the other end of the wire securely to a suitable ground
source.
The National Electric Code contains several practical ways in which to
establish a good ground source. Examples given below illustrate a few
of the ways in which a good ground source may be established.
A metal underground water pipe in direct contact with the earth for at
least 10 feet can be used as a grounding source. If an pipe is unavail-
able, an 8 foot length of pipe or rod may be used as the ground source.
The pipe should be 3/4 inch trade size or larger and the outer surface
must be noncorrosive. If a steel or iron rod is used it should be at least
5/8 inch diameter and if a nonferrous rod is used it should be at least 1/2
inch diameter and be listed as material for grounding. Drive the rod or
pipe to a depth of 8 feet. If a rock bottom is encountered less than 4 feet
down, bury the rod or pipe in a trench. All electrical tools and appliances
operated from this generator, must be properly grounded by use of a
third wire or be "Double Insulated".
It is recommended to:
1. Use electrical devices with 3 prong power cords.
2. Use an extension cord with a 3 hole receptacle and a 3 prong plug at
the opposite ends to ensure continuity of the ground protection from
the generator to appliance.
We strongly recommend that all applicable federal, state and local regu-
lations relating to grounding specifications be checked and followed.
LINE TRANSFER SWITCH
If this generator is used for standby service, it must have a transfer
switch between the utility power service and the generator. The transfer
switch not only prevents the utility power form feeding into the genera-
tor, but is also prevents the generator form feeding out into the utility
company's lines. This is intended to protect the serviceman who may be
working on a damaged line.
THIS INSTALLATION MUST BE DONE BY A LICENSED ELECTRI-
CIAN AND ALL LOCAL CODES MUST BE FOLLOWED.
Operator's Manual
PREPARING THE GENERATOR
CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED
GND
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