Electrical Precautions:
1.
All connections and conduits from the Generator to the load must only be in-
stalled by trained and licensed electricians, and in compliance with all relevant
local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards, and other regulations
where applicable.
2.
When applicable, the Generator must be earth-grounded in accordance with all
relevant electrical codes and standards before operation.
3.
If an extension cord (not included) is used, make sure to use only UL
approved
cords having the correct gauge and length. (See Figures A, and B.)
FIGURE A
REQUIRED MINIMUM EXTENSION CORD GAUGE – 240 VOLT
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
_______________________________________________
(At Full Load)
0-25 Feet
25-50 Feet
50-100 Feet
100-150 Feet
6
18
16
14
12
8
18
16
12
10
10
18
14
12
10
12
16
14
10
8
14
16
12
10
8
16
16
12
10
8
18
14
12
8
8
20
14
12
8
6
22
14
10
8
6
24
14
10
8
6
26
12
10
8
6
28
12
10
6
4
30
12
10
6
4
FIGURE B
SKU 54516
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REQUIRED MINIMUM EXTENSION CORD GAUGE – 120 VOLT
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(At Full Load)
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
0 - 25
Feet
25 - 50
Feet
50 -100
Feet
100 – 150
Feet
150– 200
Feet
0 - 5
16
16
16
12
12
5.1 - 8
16
16
14
10
-
8.1 - 12
14
14
12
-
-
12.1 - 15
12
12
10
-
-
15.1 - 20
10
10
10
-
-
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