How To Use The Generator - Generac Power Systems GP Series Owner's Manual

Figure 6 - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle
2.3.2 120 VAC, 20 AMP, GFCI DUPLEX RECEPTACLE
(CARB ONLY)
This is a 120 Volt outlet protected against overload by a 20 Amp
push-to-reset circuit breaker (Figure 6A). Use each socket to
power 120 Volt AC, 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 extension cords as short as possible to prevent voltage drop
and possible overheating of wires.
Figure 6A - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, GFCI Duplex
Receptacle
2.3.3 120/240 VAC, 30 AMP RECEPTACLE
Use a NEMA L14-30 plug with this receptacle (rotate to lock/
unlock). Connect a suitable 4-wire grounded cord set to the plug
and to the desired load. The cord set should be rated for 250 Volts
AC at 30 Amps (or greater) (Figure 7).
Use this receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase
loads requiring up to 3600 watts (3.6 kW) of power at 30 Amps
or 240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 7200
watts (7.2 kW) of power at 30 Amps. The outlet is protected by
two 25 Amp (5.5kW) or two 30 Amp (6.5kW) push-to-reset or one
30 Amp 2-pole toggle switch or two 30 Amp push button to reset
(6.5/7.5kW) circuit breaker.
Figure 7 - 120/240 VAC, 30 Amp Receptacle

2.4 HOW TO USE THE GENERATOR

See the "To Start the Engine" section for how to safely start and
stop the generator and how to connect and disconnect loads. If
there are any problems operating the generator, please call the
generator helpline at 1-888-436-3722.
Never operate in an enclosed area or indoors!
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NEVER use in the home, in a vehicle, or in
partly enclosed areas such as garages, EVEN
IF doors and windows are open! ONLY use
outdoors and far from open windows, doors,
vents, and in an area that will not accumulate
deadly exhaust.
The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon

monoxide, which you cannot see or smell.
This poisonous gas, if breathed in sufficient
concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or
even death.
Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and

ventilating air is critical to correct generator
operation. Do not alter the installation or permit
even partial blockage of ventilation provisions,
as this can seriously affect safe operation
of the generator. The generator MUST be
operated outdoors.
This exhaust system must be properly

maintained. Do nothing that might render the
exhaust system unsafe or in noncompliance
with any local codes and/or standards.
Always use a battery operated carbon

monoxide alarm indoors, installed according to
the manufacturer's instructions.
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