TLG8SSK4F PORTABLE GENERATOR• OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/21/16) — PAGE 23
SINGLE PHASE LOAD
Always be sure to check the nameplate on the generator
and equipment to insure the wattage, amperage and
frequency requirements are satisfactorily supplied by the
generator for operating the equipment.
Generally, the wattage listed on the nameplate of the
equipment is its rated output. Equipment may require
130 - 150% more wattage than the rating on the nameplate,
as the wattage is influenced by the efficiency, power factor
and starting system of the equipment.
WATTS = VOLTAGE x AMPERAGE
The power factor of this generators is 0.8. See Table 4
below when connecting loads.
Extension Cables
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
NOTICE
If wattage is not given on the equipment's name plate,
approximate wattage may be determined by multiplying
nameplate voltage by the nameplate amperage.
Table 4. Power Factor By Load
Type Of Load
Power Factor
Single-phase induction motors
0.4 - 0.75
Electric heaters, incandescent lamps
1.0
Fluorescent lamps, mercury lamps
0.4 - 0.9
Electronic devices, communication
equipment
1.0
Common power tools
0.8
Table 5. Cable Selection
Current
In
Amperes
Load In Watts
Maximum Allowable Cable Length
120
Volts
240
Volts
#10
Wire
#12
Wire
#14
Wire
#16
Wire
2.5
300
600
1000 ft.
600 ft.
375 ft.
250 ft.
5
600
1200
500 ft.
300 ft.
200 ft.
125 ft.
7.5
900
1800
350 ft.
200 ft.
125 ft.
100 ft.
10
1200
2400
250 ft.
150 ft.
100 ft.
15
1800
3600
150 ft.
100 ft.
65 ft.
20
2400
4800
125 ft.
75 ft.
50 ft.
CAUTION
: Equipment damage can result from low voltage.
LOAD APPLICATIONS
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 5) as a
guide for selecting proper cable size.
THREE PHASE LOAD
When calculating the power requirements for 3-phase
power use the following equation:
An inadequate size connecting cable which cannot carry the
required load can cause a voltage drop which can burn out
the appliance or tool and overheat the cable. See Table 5.
When connecting a resistance load such as an
incandescent lamp or electric heater, a capacity of up
to the generating set’s rated output (kW) can be used.
When connecting a fluorescent or mercury lamp, a
capacity of up to the generating set’s rated output (kW)
multiplied by 0.6 can be used.
When connecting an electric drill or other power tools,
pay close attention to the required starting current
capacity.
When connecting ordinary power tools, a capacity of up
to the generator's rated output (kW) multiplied by 0.8 can
be used.
NOTICE
If 3Ø load (kVA) is not given on the equipment
nameplate, approximate 3Ø load may be determined
by multiplying voltage by amperage by 1.732
NOTICE
Motors and motor-driven equipment draw much greater
current for starting than during operation.
DANGER
Before connecting this generator to any building’s
electrical system, a
licensed electrician
must install
an
isolation (transfer) switch
. Serious damage to
the building’s electrical system may occur without this
transfer switch.
Summary of Contents for TLG8SSK4F
Page 64: ...PAGE 64 TLG8SSK4F PORTABLE GENERATOR OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 06 21 16 GENERATOR ASSY ...
Page 72: ...PAGE 72 TLG8SSK4F PORTABLE GENERATOR OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 06 21 16 BATTERY ASSY ...
Page 74: ...PAGE 74 TLG8SSK4F PORTABLE GENERATOR OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 06 21 16 MUFFLER ASSY ...
Page 76: ...PAGE 76 TLG8SSK4F PORTABLE GENERATOR OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 06 21 16 FUEL TANK ASSY ...
Page 78: ...PAGE 78 TLG8SSK4F PORTABLE GENERATOR OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 06 21 16 ENCLOSURE ASSY ...
Page 157: ...TLG8SSK4F PORTABLE GENERATOR OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV 0 06 21 16 PAGE 157 NOTES ...