Electrical Connections - King Canada KCG-6500GE Instruction Manual

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING ELECTRICAL LOADS
Attempting to connect generator directly to the electrical system of any building
structure.
Back feeding electricity through a building's electrical system to the outside utility feed lines
could endanger repair persons attempting to restore service. Failure to use a double throw
transfer switch when connecting to a structure's electrical system can damage appliances and
WILL VOID the manufacturer's warranty. Never backfeed electricity through a structure's
electrical system.
To connect to a structure's electrical system in a safe manner, always have a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch installed by a qualified electrician and in compliance with local ordinances.
(When installing a Double-Throw Transfer Switch, a minimum of 10 gauge wiring must be
used).
IMPROPER CONNECTION OF ITEMS TO GENERATOR
Exceeding the load capacity of the generator by attaching too many items, or items with very
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high load ratings to it could result in overheating of some items or their attachment wiring
resulting in fire or electrical shock. Make sure that the sum total of electrical loads for all attachments does not exceed the load rating of the
generator.
WARNING! Failure to connect and operate equipment in the sequence below can cause damage to equipment and will void the
warranty on your generator.
1) Let engine run and warm up for five minutes after starting with no electrical load. Connect loads in the following manner to prevent damage
to equipment:
2) Connect "inductive" load equipment first, inductive loads consist of refrigerators, freezers, water pumps, air conditioners, or small hand tools.
Connect the items that require the most wattage first.
3) Connect the lights next.
4) Voltage sensitive equipment should be the last equipment connected to the generator. Plug voltage sensitive appliances such at TV's, VCR's,
microwaves, ovens, computers, and cordless telephones into a UL/CSA listed voltage surge protector, then connect the UL/CSA listed voltage
surge protector to the generator.
Overloading the generator will cause power fluctuations and can damage equipment and appliances.
King Canada will only be responsible for damage to customer's equipment when the generator is determined to be defective.
King Canada will not be responsible for equipment damaged as a result of voltage surges, improper operation or improper
installation of the generator.
120V AC DUPLEX GFI (Grounding Fault Interrupter) RECEPTACLES
For normal 120V operation, select 120V voltage using the voltage switch (E) Fig.8 then
plug your appliance or power bar into one of the duplex GFI 120V receptacles (A) Fig.8.
DUAL 120V/240V AC TWIST LOCK RECEPTACLE
This twist lock receptacle is equipped with a neutral to split the 240V into 2-120V. Select
the desired voltage using the voltage switch (E) Fig.8. A NEMA L14-30 Twist Lock
receptacle (B) is supplied. If you are unsure about the use of this twist lock receptacle,
contact a qualified electrician for more information.
12V DC OUTLET (Fig.8)-Main use, charging automotive batteries
IMPORTANT: Allow generator to run at no load for 5 minutes upon each initial
start-up to allow engine to stabilize.
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To charge battery:
1) Using battery cables, connect the red positive (+) battery cable to the battery's positive (+) terminal.
2) Attach the other end of the red positive (+) battery cable to the generators (+) 12V DC outlet (C) Fig.8.
3) Connect the black negative (-) battery cable to the battery's negative (-) terminal.
4) Attach the other end of the black negative (-) battery cable to the generators (-) 12V DC outlet (D).
5) Charge the battery according to battery or equipment manufacturer recommendations.
To operate 12V DC equipment:
1. Refer to the 12V DC equipment owner's manual for operation of equipment and any special cable or adapter requirements.