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Extension Cord Selection
Refer to the below table to ensure the extension cord used has the capacity to carry the required load. If the size of the
cable is inadequate it can cause a voltage drop, which can damage the electrical device and cord.
Current
Load (Watts)
(Amps)
120V
2.5
300
5
600
7.5
900
10
1200
15
1800
20
2400
25
3000
30
3600
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
Receptacles are protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) to prevent users from electrocution caused by
moisture or from faulty electrical devices attached to generator. GFCI receptacles do not protect against short circuits,
overloads, or shocks. To test the GFCI receptacles depress the TEST button and make sure the RESET button pops
out. To restore power to the receptacle, depress the RESET button. It is highly recommended that you test the GFCI
receptacles prior to each use.
Moving the Generator
•
Disconnect any electronic devices from generator then turn generator off.
•
Turn fuel valve to the "OFF" position.
•
Tilt generator until it balances on wheels. Roll machine to desired location.
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If the generator must be carried, fold handle to the down position. Never lift or carry generator by its handle.
CAUTION!
Don't Overload Generator
Make sure you can supply enough rated watts and surge watts for all electronic devices connected to the generator. Rated
watts refer to the power a generator must supply to keep a device running. Surge watts refer to the power a generator
must supply to start an electronic device. This power surge for starting a device usually lasts between 2-3 seconds but this
additional output must be taken into account when selecting the electronic devices you plan to attach to the generator. To
prevent overloading the generator take the following steps:
1. Add up the total rated wattage of all electronic devices that will be connected to the generator simultaneously.
2. Estimate surge watts by adding the item(s) with the highest output (it is unnecessary to calculate the surge output for all
devices as they should be connected one at a time).
3. Add the Surge Watts to the total Rated Watts in step 1. Keep total load within generator's power capacity.
Maximum Cord Length
240V
#8 Wire
600
X
1200
X
1800
X
2400
X
3800
X
4800
175 ft.
6000
150 ft.
7200
125 ft.
This product is heavy and requires several people to lift. Lift and lower with your legs by bending
at the knees, not your back, to avoid injury.
OPERATION
#10 Wire
1000 ft.
500 ft.
350 ft.
250 ft.
150 ft.
125 ft.
100 ft.
65 ft.
17
#12 Wire
#14 Wire
600 ft.
375 ft.
300 ft.
200 ft.
200 ft.
125 ft.
150 ft.
100 ft.
100 ft.
65 ft.
75 ft.
X
X
X
X
X
#16 Wire
250 ft.
125 ft.
100 ft.
50 ft.
X
X
X
X
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