Don't Overload Generator - Ford FG11050PBE Operator's Manual

CAUTION!
Do not connect 3-phase loads to generator.
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.
Load (Watts)
Current
(Amps)
2.5
5
7.5
10
15
20
25
30
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.
• 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.
Operating voltage and frequency requirement of all electronic equipment should be checked prior to plugging them into this
generator. Damage may result if the equipment is not designed to operate within a +/- 10% voltage variation, and +/- 3 Hz
frequency variation from the generator name plate ratings. To reduce the risk of damage, always have an additional load
plugged into the generator if solid state equipment (such as television set) is used. A power line conditioner is recommended
for some solid state applications.
Maximum Cord Length
230V #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 #12 Wire
1000 ft. 600 ft.
500 ft. 300 ft.
350 ft. 200 ft.
250 ft. 150 ft.
150 ft. 100 ft.
125 ft. 75 ft.
100 ft. X
65 ft. X
16
#14 Wire #16 Wire
375 ft. 250 ft.
200 ft. 125 ft.
125 ft. 100 ft.
100 ft. 50 ft.
65 ft. X
X X
X X
X X