Connectionplugs; 120 Vac, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle; 120/240 Vac,20 Amp Receptacle; How To Usethegenerator - Generac Power Systems LP Series Owner's Manual

Figure 6 - Generator Contro/s
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2.2 CONNECTION PLUGS
2.2.1 120 VAC, 2 0 AMP,DUPLEX RECEPTACLE
This is a 120 Volt outlet protectedagainst overloadby a 20 Amp
push-to-reset circuit breaker (Figure7). Use each socket to power
120 Volt AO, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to a
combined 2400 watts (2.4 kW) or 20 Amps of current. Use only
high quality, well-insulated, 3-wire grounded cord sets rated for
125 Volts at 20 Amps (or greater).
Keep extensioncords as short as possible, preferably less than
15 feet long, to preventvoltage drop and possible overheating of
wires.
Figure 7- 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle
2.2.2 120/240 VAC,20 AMP RECEPTACLE
Use a NEMA L14-20R plug with this receptacle (rotate to lock!
unlock). Oonnecta suitable 4-wire grounded cord set to the plug
and to the desiredtoad. The cord set should be ratedfor 250 Volts
AC at 20 Amps (or greater)(Figure8).
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Figure 8 - 120/240 VAC, 20 Amp Receptacle
120V/240V
20A
Use this receptacleto operate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase
loads requiringup to 2400 watts (2.4 kW) of power at 30 Amps or
240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, singlephase loadsrequiring up to 3250 watts
(3.25 kW) of power at 13.5 Amps. The outlet is protectedby two
15 Amp push-to-reset circuit breakers.
2.3 HOW TO USETHEGENERATOR
Never operatein an enclosedarea or indoors!NEVERuse in
the home, in a vehicle, or in partly enclosed areas such as
garages, EVEN IF doors and windows are open! ONLYuse
outdoors and far from open windows,doors,vents, and in an
area that will not accumulate deadly exhaust.
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is
a poison you cannot see or smell,
NEVER use inside a home
or garage, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
If there are any problems operatingthe generator,pleasecall the
generatorhelplineat 1-888-436-3722.
2.3.1 GROUNDING THEGENERATOR
The National Electrical Code requires that the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of this generator be
properly connectedto an approved earth ground (Figure g).
Local electrical codes may also require proper grounding of the
unit. Forthat purpose, connectinga No. 10 AWG (American Wire
Gauge) stranded copper wire to the grounding lug and to an
earth-driven copper or brass grounding rod (electrode) provides
adequateprotectionagainst electricalshock. However,local codes
may vary widely. Consultwith a local electrician for grounding
requirements in the area.