Installation - MQ Power DCA25SSIU4F 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.
GENERATOR
GROUND LUG
GROUND CABLE
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REFERENCE
NEC 250
Figure 2. Typical Generator Grounding Application
The ground cable should be #8 size wire (aluminum)
minimum. If copper wire is used, #10 size wire minimum
should be used.
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).
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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