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OPERATING MANUAL
!
WARNING
Grounding is not required when the generator is used as a portable power source.
Below grounding method is only needed by a qualified electrician if not connecting
through your building’s electrical system.
If the generator is not grounded through your building’s electricial system, follow the
procedure below. This precedure can only be carried out by a licensed electrician.
1. Drive a ¾” or 1” copper pipe or rod into
the ground close to the generator. The
pipe/rod must penetrate moist earth – the
depth required will be dictated by local soil
conditions.
2. Connect an approved ground clamp to the
pipe.
3. Run a 10 gauge wire from the clamp to the
generator grounding post located on the
rear of the generator head.
4. Do not connect the generator grounding
post to a water pipe or a ground used by a radio system.
IMPORTANT!
This generator is fitted with a MEN link cable, the neutral is internally bonded to the generator
earth. When a licensed electrician is installing the generator to a building to be used as backup
power the MEN must be removed. The MEN link is located is underneath the alternator end cap
which is labeled to indicate its location. The MEN link cable clearly labeled as “MEN Link”.
EXTENSION CORDS
Extension cords may be used to power devices that are located at a distance from the
generator. However, use only Australian approved outdoor - rated, grounded extension cords.
Locate the generator in a convenient place and where possible avoid long extension leads and
possible damage to leads by pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Extension leads should be heavy duty with at least 1mm, of appropriate current rating and
in any case not less than 1mm cross-section of conductor and must incorporate an earthing
conductor to ensure that there is no voltage difference between the generater set and any
equipment powered by the generater.
The electrical continuity of the ‘earthing’ core should be checked periodically from pin to socket
to ensure continued electrical safety. Some electrical appliances, e.g. portable drills, are marked
or ‘double insulated’, in which case there should not be an earthing conductor in
its mains lead (even though it may have a three-pin plug).
!
WARNING
Use of under sized extension cords can cause electric shock, fire, or damage to
connected devices. All extension and appliance cords must be in good condition
and not worn, bare, frayed, or otherwise damaged.
Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire. Note: If an extension
cord becomes hot to the touch, it is overloaded or damaged and must be replaced.
SABER is NOT responsible for damage or injury resulting from customer use of
inadequate extension cords.
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