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USING THE GENERATOR (CONTINUED)
Connecting a load to the generator
NOTE: Be sure to attach devices to the correct receptacle (outlet).
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120v devices can be directly connected to the 120v ONLY receptacles.
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120v devices can be connected to the 120/240v receptacle using an appropriate adapter.
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240v devices can ONLY be connected the 240v receptacle.
CAUTION: Do not connect 50Hz or 3-phase loads to the generator.
1.
Plug in devices to the appropriate receptacle. When using
the generator in 120/240v mode, balance the load as closely
as possible. Placing more load on one side of the circuit will
reduce the breaker trip period.
2.
Flip the circuit breaker up to the on position to allow power to
the receptacles.
3.
Start or turn on appliances starting with the biggest loads
first.
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Plug in devices
Turn breaker on
Turn on connected devices
Voltage Selector Switch
This generator features Power Boost Technology, which gives the user
the ability to double the power in the generator for more heavy duty
applications.
The voltage selector switches the dual 120v AC windings of the generator
to produce "120V ONLY" or "120/240V". If a 240V appliance is connected
to the 4-prong receptacle, the switch must be in the "120/240V" position.
If only 120V appliances are being connected to the generator select the
"120V ONLY" position to double the 120v amperage and automatically balance the load.
WARNING - Only change the Voltage Selector Switch with the main AC Circuit Breaker
OFF. The generator can be seriously damaged if the Voltage Selector Switch is changed
with the breaker ON.
Choosing the right power cord
Long or thin cords can drain the power provided to an electrical device by the generator. When
using such cords, allow for a slightly higher rated wattage requirement for the electrical device. See
table below for recommended cords based on the power requirement of the electrical device.
DEVICE REQUIREMENTS
AMPS
WATTS (120/240V)
5
600/1200
10
1200/2400
15
1800/3600
20
2400/4800
25
3000/6000
30
3600/7200
40
4800/9600
50
6000/1200
*NR = NOT RECOMMENDED
POWER BOOST
TECHNOLOGY
WIRE GAUGE BY LENGTH (ft.)
10
25
50
100
18
16
14
12
16
14
12
10
14
12
10
8
12
10
8
6
10
8
6
4
8
6
4
4
6
4
4
NR
4
4
2
NR
150
10
8
6
4
4
NR
NR
NR
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