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Connections to a Building's Electrical System
Connections for standby power to a building's electrical system must be made by a qualified
electrician. The connection must isolate the generator power from utility power, and must
comply with all applicable laws and electrical codes.
Improper connections to a building's electrical system can allow electrical
current from the generator to backfeed into the utility lines. Such backfeed may electrocute
utility company workers or others who contact the lines during a power outage. Consult the
utility company or a qualified electrician.
Improper connections to a building's electrical system can allow electrical
current from the utility company to backfeed into the generator. When utility power is
restored, the generator may explode, burn, or cause fires in the building's electrical system.
Ground System
The generator has a system ground that connects generator frame components to the
ground terminals in the AC output receptacles. The system ground is not connected to the
AC neutral wire. If the generator is tested by a receptacle tester, it will not show the same
ground circuit condition as for a home receptacle.
AC Applications
Before connecting an appliance or power cord to the generator:
1.Make sure that it is in good working order. Faulty appliances or power cords can create
a potential for electrical shock.
2.If an appliance begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish or stops suddenly, turn
off immediately. Disconnect the appliance, and determine whether the problem is the
appliance, or if the rated load capacity of the generator has been exceeded.
3.Make sure that the electrical rating of the tool or appliance does not exceed that of the
continuous power of the generator.
HOW TO HANDLE GENERATOR
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