Titan TG 8500M, Owner'S Manual

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TITAN INDUSTRIAL shall not be responsible for any consequences resulting from improper use of
this equipment. The operator is required to read the entire contents of this manual before attempting
to operate the unit. If the operator does not completely understand the instructions and all of the
hazards of operating this unit after reading this manual, he/she must call the factory at 1-800-845-4141
to answer these questions to his/her complete satisfaction before proceeding.
READ AND COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND entire contents of this Owner’s Manual and become familiar with
the unit before attempting to start using this equipment! It is your responsibility to know its applications,
limitations, and hazards! Call the factory at 1-800-845-4141 with any questions.
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY! Never use this unit inside any enclosure including
the generator compartment of a recreation vehicle (RV) or inside any building. No
modifications will eliminate the danger of possible carbon monoxide poisoning, fire,
or explosion.
TWO (2) FEET OF CLEARANCE on all sides is required even while using outdoors.
This unit is sold solely for the purpose of portable power. Other applications could void warranty.
User accepts responsibility for injuries and/or damage resulting from other applications.
IMPORTANT !
READ FIRST
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OWNER’S MANUAL
MODEL TG 8500M
Industrial Generator
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DESCRIPTION
THE TITAN INDUSTRIAL INC. MODEL TG 8500M is a
gas engine driven, revolving field, alternating current (AC)
generator designed to supply electrical power for com-
patible electrical tools, motors, appliances, and lighting
(see wattage reference guide on page 8).
The Model TG 8500M operates at 120 volt and/or 240
volt, single phase, 60 Hz and will operate devices that
require up to 7200 watts continuous and 8400watts surge.
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR
It is required by The National Electrical Code to have
the frame and all external conductive parts of the gen-
erator connected to an earth ground. Proper ground-
ing also satisfies most local electrical codes.
Connect a No. 12 AWG standard copper wire to the
Grounding Lug Block (See Figure 1). The grounding
lug can be found on the control panel. Connect the
other end of the wire to an earth driven copper or brass
grounding rod (electrode).
CAUTION! Do not connect ground to a preexisting
ground rod, water pipe, or building frame.
Consult with a licensed electrician in your area because
local codes vary. Properly grounding the generator
helps prevent electrical shock if a ground fault condi-
tion exists in the generator or in connected electrical
devices. This will also help to dissipate static electricity
resulting from ungrounded devices.
Figure #1 - Grounding Lug
B l o c k
CAUTION! Do not tamper with en-
gine governed speed. The TITAN IN-
DUSTRIAL GENERATOR supplies
correct rated frequency and voltage
when running at the proper governed
speed. Incorrect frequency and/or
voltage could damage connected
electrical devices.