Voltage Selector Switch - DUROMAX DuroStar DS4850EH User Manual

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
10
15
20
25
30
40
50
600/1200
1200/2400
1800/3600
2400/4800
3000/6000
3600/7200
4800/9600
6000/1200
*NR = NOT RECOMMENDED
WIRE GAUGE BY LENGTH (ft.)
10 25
18 16
16 14
14 12
12 10
10 8
8 6
6 4
4 4
POWER BOOST
TECHNOLOGY
50 100
14 12
12 10
10 8
8 6
6 4
4 4
4 NR
2 NR
150
10
8
6
4
4
NR
NR
NR
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