Installation - MULTIQUIP MQ POWER SG1400C4F Operation Manual

CONNECTING THE GROUND
Consult with local Electrical and Safety Codes for proper
connection based on condition of use.
EXAMPLE of how to ground the unit if the condition
of use requires such a device:
The ground terminal on the generator should always be
used to connect the generator to a suitable ground when
required.
IF THE GENERATOR IS PROVIDING
ELECTRIC POWER TO A BUILDING
VIA A TRANSFER SWITCH, IT MUST
BE CONNECTED TO A GROUND ROD.
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GENERATOR
GROUND LUG
REFERENCE
NEC 250
Figure 2. Typical Generator Grounding Application
Either copper or aluminum wire can be used as the ground
cable. Cable size is determined by the maximum amperage
of the generator. Reference Conductor Grounding Table,
Article 250 of the NEC handbook.
Connect one end of the ground cable terminal to the
generator ground point (Figure 2). Connect the other end
of the ground cable to a suitable earth ground (ground rod).
GROUND CABLE
8 FT. MINIMUM
NOTE: GROUND LUG MUST
BE INSTALLED BY USER.

INSTALLATION