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INCOMING
UTILITY
POWER
WHITE = INCOMING
UTILITY POWER
GRAY = NORMAL UTILITY
POWER CIRCUIT
BLACK = EMERGENCY
GENERATOR POWER CIRCUIT
UTILITY
METER
TRANSFER
SWITCH
MAIN DISTRIBUTION
PANEL
(UTILITY POWER)
EMERGENCY
DISTRIBUTION PANEL
(GENERATOR POWER)
POWER FROM
GENERATOR
REMOTE START TERMINAL BLOCK
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The remote start terminal block is located between the two 240/120V
VAC twist-lock convenience outlets. It provides a connection for
installation of a remote start switch which will allow the generator to
be started by a remote dry-contact closure switch.
Before pressing the AUTO button, verify the contacts on any remote
switch linked to the generator are OPEN. If the contacts on a remote
switch are closed, the generator will crank and start when AUTO is
selected. Attach the switch leads to the two unused terminals on the
generator’s remote start block. For additional information on starting
the generator, see page 19.
When the generator is used as a standby power supply, it must be equipped with a transfer switch which isolates it
from the utility’s distribution system. A transfer switch is designed to transfer electrical loads from the normal power
source (utility) to the emergency power source (generator) when normal voltage falls below a prescribed level. The
transfer switch automatically returns the load back to the normal source when power is restored back to operating
levels.
DANGER
FAILURE TO ISOLATE THE
GENERATOR FROM THE NORMAL
POWER UTILITY CAN CAUSE
POTENTIALLY LETHAL VOLTAGE
TO BACKFEED INTO THE UTILITY
LINES. THIS MAY RESULT IN
INJURY OR ELECTROCUTION OF
UTILITY WORKERS NEARBY. MAKE
SURE THAT THE GENERATOR IS
ISOLATED BY A TRANSFER
SWITCH FROM ANY LOCAL UTILITY
LINES. THIS ALSO APPLIES IF THE
GENERATOR IS BEING USED AS A
BACK UP TO SOME OTHER TYPE
OF POWER SUPPLY.
Installation of a transfer switch or other type
of remote starting device is the responsibility of the generator user. Installation of such devices must be performed
by following all directions supplied by the manufacturer of the switch. If attaching generator to a power supply normally
serviced by a utility company, notify the utility company and check local and state regulations. Familiarize yourself
with all instructions and warning labels supplied with the switch.
WARNING
It is strongly recommended that ONLY a licensed electrician perform any wiring and
any related connections to the generator. Installation should be in compliance of the
National Electric Code as well as any state or local codes or regulations. Failure to
follow these procedures could result in property damage, personal injury or death.
Before any connections are attempted, make sure the main circuit breaker and the
engine start switch are in the OFF “O” position and that the negative (-) battery cable
has been disconnected from the engine starting battery.
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NOTICE
When using the generator as a standby or substitute power supply, make sure the output
voltage and phase rotation of the generator match those of the local power utility. Improper
voltage or phase rotation may cause equipment damage or malfunction.
