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OPM-125/D
WIRING
Plug your tools such as drills, saws, blowers, sump pump,
and other items to be powered directly into the generator
receptacles. Before plugging in all the tools and cord
sets, recheck the rating of the generator set. Be sure it
can handle the intended load and is compatible with the
voltage, phase, and current ratings. ‘Hard wiring’ this unit
directly into a temporary construction site electrical system is
NOT A SIMPLE DO-IT-YOURSELF JOB.
For your safety, all
wiring must be done by a qualified electrician and conform
to the National Electric Code and comply with all state and
local codes and regulations. Check with local authorities
before proceeding.
WARNING: PERSONAL DANGER
A fully isolated, double pole double throw manual
transfer switch must be installed any time a generator
is being connected to an existing distribution system.
1. These engine-generator sets are designed for portable
heavy duty commercial use. Receptacles are provided
on the control panel to permit 120 and 240 Volt
portable appliances and tools to be plugged directly
into them. A 4-wire receptacle (two hot, one ground,
and one neutral) has been provided on the control
panel for use in temporary power applications
requiring 120/240 Volt power.
2. If the generator set is connected to an existing
distribution system, a fully isolated manual transfer
switch must be installed. The transfer switch prevents
damage to the generator and the other circuit
components if main line power is restored while the
generator is connected. Installing a transfer switch also
permits the use of normal fusing.
3. Many homes and construction sites are wired for at
least 60 to 100 Amp entrance service, much greater
than the capacity of this portable generator. When
installing the generator at these sites, a secondary
emergency distribution panel may have to be installed.
The emergency distribution panel must be installed by
a licensed electrician according to all applicable codes.
The electrician will move the critical circuits to be
powered during the outage to the emergency panel.
Keep in mind only a limited amount of amperage is
available from the generator set. Some circuit breakers
may still have to be turned off to prevent an overload
on the generator during the initial start up. See the
nameplate on your generator for the amperage \
capabilities of your unit.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Failure to properly limit and balance the load applied
to the generator will cause the generator to produce
low voltage and may damage the engine generator
set. It may also cause severe damage to the loads
connected to the generator at that time. Improper
loading of the generator set constitutes abuse and will
not be covered by warranty.
