Section 3 Operation; Operation And Use Questions; Before Starting Engine; Prepare Generator For Use - Generac Power Systems XT8500EFI Owner's Manual

Section 3 Operation

Operation and Use Questions

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Before Starting Engine

1. Verify engine oil level is correct.
2. Verify fuel level is correct.
3. Verify unit is secure on level ground, with
proper clearance and is outdoors in a well
ventilated area.

Prepare Generator for Use

Asphyxiation. Running engines produce
carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless,
poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Asphyxiation. The exhaust system must be properly
maintained. Do not alter or modify the exhaust system
as to render it unsafe or make it noncompliant with
local codes and/or standards. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
Risk of fire. Do not use generator without
spark arrestor installed. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
Asphyxiation. Always use a battery operated carbon
monoxide alarm indoors and installed according to
the manufacturer's instructions. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
Risk of Fire. Hot surfaces could ignite
combustibles, resulting in fire. Fire could
result in death or serious injury.
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
result in severe burns or fire.
Equipment and property damage. Disconnect electrical
loads prior to starting or stopping unit. Failure to do so
could result in equipment and property damage.
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DANGER
(000103)
DANGER
(000179b)
WARNING
(000118a)
WARNING
(000178a)
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
(000136)
Grounding the Generator When
Used as a Portable
The generator is equipped with a terminal for
the connection of a grounding electrode sys-
tem. Article 250.34 (A) does not require the
frame of the generator to be connected to a
grounding electrode system when the genera-
tor only supplies power to cord and plug con-
nected equipment through the receptacles on
the generator.
When the generator supplies power to a 3-
pole manual transfer switch or distribution
panel boards for temporary power, a ground-
ing electrode system shall be installed and
connected to the grounding electrode terminal
on the generator. See NEC 250.30, 250.34
and 250.52 for clarification.
There is a permanent conductor between the
generator (stator winding) and frame. See
ure 3-1.
• Neutral Bonded to Frame
Figure 3-1. Grounding the Generator
Connecting the Generator to a
Building Electrical System
It is recommended to use a manual transfer
switch when connecting directly to a building
electrical system. Connecting a portable gen-
erator to a building electrical system must be
made in strict compliance with all national and
(000110)
local electrical codes and laws, and be com-
pleted by a qualified electrician.
Connecting Electrical Loads
DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to 120 Volt
receptacles. DO NOT connect 3-phase loads
(000108)
to generator. DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to
generator.
Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few
minutes after starting.
Plug in and turn on the desired 120 or 240 Volt
AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.
Add up the rated watts (or amps) of all loads
to be connected at one time. This total should
not be greater than (a) the rated wattage/
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