Systemground; Connecting To A Building's Electrical System; Generatorlocation - Briggs & Stratton 30470 Operator's Manual

SystemGround
The generator has a system ground that connects the
generator frame components to the ground terminals on the
AC output receptacles.The system ground is connected to
the AC neutral wire (the neutral is bonded to the generator
frame).
Special Requirements
There may be Federalor State OccupationalSafety and
Health Administration (OSHA)regulations, local codes, or
ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator.
Pleaseconsult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or
the local agency having jurisdiction:
• In some areas, generators are required to be registered
with local utility companies.
• If the generator is used at a construction site, there
may be additional regulations which must be observed.
Connecting to a Building's Electrical System
Connections for standby power to a building's electrical
system must be made by a qualified electrician. The
connection must isolate the generator power from utility
power or other alternative power sources and must comply
with all applicable laws and electrical codes.
A, WARNING Generatorvoltage could cause electrical
)Jhl shock or burn resulting in death or serious
mlury.
• Useapproved transferequipment t o prevent b ackfeed by
isolatinggenerator f rom electricutilityworkers.
• Whenusinggenerator f or backuppower,notifyutility company.
• Usea groundfault circuit interrupter (GFCI) i n anydampor
highlyconductive area,suchas metaldecking or steelwork.
• DONOT touchbarewiresor receptacles.
• DONOT usegenerator w ith electrical c ordswhichareworn,
frayed,bareor otherwise damaged.
• DONOT operategenerator i n the rain or wet weather.
• DONOT handlegenerator o r electrical c ordswhilestandingin
water,whilebarefoot, o r whilehandsor feetare wet.
• DONOT allowunqualified persons or childrento operateor
servicegenerator.
GeneratorLocation
Clearancesand Air Movement
A, WARNING Exhaustheat/gases could ignite
combustibles, structures or damagefuel tank
causing a fire, resulting in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.
• Keepat least5 ft. (152cm) clearance on all sidesof generator
includingoverhead.
Placegenerator outdoors in an area that will not accumulate
deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT place generator where exhaust
gas (A) could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into
a potentially occupied building. Ensure exhaust gas is kept
away from any windows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other
openings that can allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined
area. Prevailing winds and air currents should be taken into
consideration when positioning generator.
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,
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