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Operation
USmNG
THE
GENERATOR
System
Ground
The generator has a system ground that connects the
generator
frame
components
to the ground
terminals
on
the AC output
receptacles.The
system
ground
is connected
to the AC neutral
wire
(see "Equipment
Description",
earlier
in this manual).
Special
Requirements
There
may be Federal or State Occupational
Safety and
Health Administration
(OSHA)
regulations,
local codes, or
ordinances
that apply to the intended
use of the generator.
Please consult
a qualified electrician,
electrical
inspector,
or
the local agency having jurisdiction.
" In some areas, generators
are required
to be registered
with local utility companies.
° If the generator
is used at a construction
site, there
may
be additional
regulations
which must be observed.
Connecting
to a Building's
Electrical
System
Connections
for
standby
power
to
a building's
electrical
system
must
be made
by a qualified
electrician.The
connection
must
isolate
the
generator
power
from
utility
power,
and
must
comply
with
all applicable
laws
and
electrical
codes.
WARNING
When
using generator
for backup power, notify utiJity
company.
Use approved
transfer
equipment
to isolate
generator
fl'om electric
utility.
Use a ground
fault circuit
interrupter
(GFC[)
in any damp
or
highly conductive
area, such as metal
decking
or steel work.
DO NOT
touch
bare wires
or receptacles.
DO NOT
use generator
with electrical
cords
which are worn,
frayed,
bare or otherwise
damaged.
DO NOT
operate
generator
in the rain.
DO NOT
handle generator
or electrical
cords
while standing
in waten while barefoot,
or while
hands or feet are wet.
DO NOT
allow unqualified
persons
or children
to operate
or
service
generator,
Operate
generator
ONLY outdoors.
Keep exhaust
gas from
entering
a confined
area through
windows,
doors,
ventilation
intakes
or other
openings.
DO NOT operate
generator
inside any building or enclosure,
including the generator
compar_nent
of a recreational
vehicle (RV).
The generator
must be at least 5 ft. (I 52 cm) from
structures
having combustible
walls and/or
other
combustible
materials.
Leave at least 3 ft. (92 cm) all around
generator
including overhead,
for adequate
cooling,
maintenance
and servicing.
Place generator
in a well ventilated
area_ which will allow
for removal
of deadly exhaust
gas. DO NOT place
generator
where
exhaust
gas could accumulate
and enter
inside or be drawn into a potentially
occupied
building.
Ensure exhaust
gas is kept away from any windows_ doors_
ventilation
intakes or other
openings
that can allow exhaust
gas to collect
in a confined
area (Figure 3). Prevailing winds
and air currents
should be taken into consideration
when
positioning
generator.
Typical
Generato_
Shown
Exhaust Port
O
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