Load Applications - MULTIQUIP TLG8SSK4F Operation And Parts Manual

SINGLE PHASE LOAD
Always be sure to check the nameplate on the generator
and equipment to insure the wattage, amperage and
frequency requirements are satisfactorily supplied by the
generator for operating the equipment.
Generally, the wattage listed on the nameplate of the
equipment is its rated output. Equipment may require
130 - 150% more wattage than the rating on the nameplate,
as the wattage is influenced by the efficiency, power factor
and starting system of the equipment.
NOTICE
If wattage is not given on the equipment's name plate,
approximate wattage may be determined by multiplying
nameplate voltage by the nameplate amperage.
WATTS = VOLTAGE x AMPERAGE
The power factor of this generators is 0.8. See Table 4
below when connecting loads.
Table 4. Power Factor By Load
Type Of Load
Single-phase induction motors
Electric heaters, incandescent lamps
Fluorescent lamps, mercury lamps
Electronic devices, communication
equipment
Common power tools
Table 5. Cable Selection
Load In Watts
Current
In
120 240
Amperes
Volts Volts
2.5 300 600
5 600 1200
7.5 900 1800
10 1200 2400
15 1800 3600
20 2400 4800
CAUTION: Equipment damage can result from low voltage.
Extension Cables
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
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Power Factor
0.4 - 0.75
1.0
0.4 - 0.9
1.0
0.8
Maximum Allowable Cable Length
#10 #12 #14
Wire Wire Wire
1000 ft. 600 ft. 375 ft.
500 ft. 300 ft. 200 ft.
350 ft. 200 ft. 125 ft.
250 ft. 150 ft. 100 ft.
150 ft. 100 ft. 65 ft.
125 ft. 75 ft. 50 ft.
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 5) as a
guide for selecting proper cable size.
THREE PHASE LOAD
When calculating the power requirements for 3-phase
power use the following equation:
NOTICE
If 3Ø load (kVA) is not given on the equipment
nameplate, approximate 3Ø load may be determined
by multiplying voltage by amperage by 1.732
NOTICE
Motors and motor-driven equipment draw much greater
current for starting than during operation.
An inadequate size connecting cable which cannot carry the
required load can cause a voltage drop which can burn out
the appliance or tool and overheat the cable. See Table 5.
„ When connecting a resistance load such as an
incandescent lamp or electric heater, a capacity of up
to the generating set's rated output (kW) can be used.
„ When connecting a fluorescent or mercury lamp, a
capacity of up to the generating set's rated output (kW)
multiplied by 0.6 can be used.
„ When connecting an electric drill or other power tools,
pay close attention to the required starting current
capacity.
#16
Wire
When connecting ordinary power tools, a capacity of up
250 ft.
to the generator's rated output (kW) multiplied by 0.8 can
125 ft.
be used.
100 ft.
DANGER
Before connecting this generator to any building's
electrical system, a licensed electrician must install
an isolation (transfer) switch. Serious damage to
the building's electrical system may occur without this
transfer switch.

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