Figure 5 - 120 Vo/t AC, 20 Amp, GFC/ Duplex Receptac/e
2.4.2 120/240 VAC,20 AMPRECEPTACLE
Use a NEMA L14-20 plug with this receptacle (rotate to lock!
unlock). Connecta suitable4-wire groundedcord set to the plug
andto thedesiredtoad.The cord set should be ratedfor 250 Volts
ACat20 Amps (or greater)(Figure6).
Figure 6 - 120/240 VoRAC, 20 Amp Receptac/e
_t he engine exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, which can you cannot see or smell.
This poisonous gas, if breathed in sufficient
concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or
even death.
_t 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.
_t 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.
AIways use a battery operated carbon
monoxide alarm indoors, installed according to
the manufacturers instructions.
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.
Use this receptacleto operate120 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase
loads requiringup to 2400 watts (2.4 kW) of powerat 20 Amps
or 240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 4000
watts (4.0 kW) of power at 16.6 Amps. Theoutletis protectedby
a circuit breaker.
2,5 HOWTOUSETHEGENERATOR
Seethe "ToStart the Engine"sectionfor howto safelystart and
stop the generatorand how to connect and disconnect loads. If
there are any problems operatingthe generator,pleasecall the
generatorhelplineat 1-888-436-3722.
Never operate in an encJosed area or indoors!
NEVER use in the home, in a vehicJe, or in
partly encJosed 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.
2.5.1 GROUNDINGTHEGENERATORWHENUSEDAS A
PORTABLE
This generator has an equipment ground that connects the
generatorframe componentsto the ground terminals on the AC
output receptacles (see NEC 250.34 (A) for explanation).This
allows the generatorto be used as a portable without grounding
theframe ofthe generatoras specifiedin NEC250.34.
SpecialRequirements
There may be Federalor State Occupational Safety and Health
Administration(OSHA)regulations,local codes, or ordinancesthat
applyto the intendeduse of the generator.
Pleaseconsult a qualified electrician, electricalinspector, or the
local agencyhavingjurisdiction:
* In someareas,generatorsarerequiredto beregisteredwith local
utilitycompanies.
* If the generatoris used at a construction site, there may be
additionalregulationswhich must be observed.
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