Inspection/Setup - MULTIQUIP GAC2.2H Operation And Parts Manual

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ground power Tools
When using power tools or electrical equipment requireing
AC power from the generator, make sure power tool cord
has a ground pin or is double insulated as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Ground Pin
NOTICE
Double-insulated power tools and small appliances
have specially insulated housings that eliminate the
need for a ground pin. These types of double-insulated
power cords are designed so that no part of the device
will be electrically live even if the internal insulation fails.
current in
amperes
2.5
5
7.5
10
15
20
cauTiON: Equipment damage can result from low voltage.
gac2.2H 60 Hz geNeRaTOR • OpeRaTiON aNd paRTs maNual — Rev. #1 (03/31/10) — page 19
Table 3. cable selection (60 Hz, single phase Operation)
load in Watts
120 volts 240 volts
300 600
600 1200
900 1800
1200 2400
1800 3600
2400 4800
extension cable
When electric power is to be provided to various tools or
loads at some distance from the generator, extension cords
are normally used. Cables should be sized to allow for
distance in length and amperage so that the voltage drop
between the generators and point of use (load) is held to
a minimum. Use the cable selection chart (Table 3) as a
guide for selecting proper cable size.
daNgeR
NeveR use power tools or equipment that do not
have a ground capability, the possibility exists of
electrocution, electrical shock or burn, which can cause
severe bodily harm or even deaTH!
main circuit Breaker
alWaYs place the main circuit breaker in the OFF position
prior to starting the engine.
maximum allowable cable length
#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.

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#14 Wire
#16 Wire
375 ft. 250 ft.
200 ft. 125 ft.
125 ft. 100 ft.
100 ft.
65 ft.
50 ft.