Evopower EVO1000i - Powering Appliances

Powering Appliances
Powering Appliances
NOTE:
In this manual, the term “appliance” refers to any
electrical device that can be connected to generator for
power.
NOTICE
NEVER start generator with electrical appliances plugged
in and turned on.
WARNING
Faulty appliances and power cords can result in
electrical shock.
disconnect appliance(s), wait a few minutes, and
then push to reset the circuit breaker.
• Pay attention to appliance operation: If appliance
begins to operate abnormally, becomes sluggish,
or stops suddenly, turn it OFF immediately.
Disconnect the appliance and determine whether
the problem is the appliance, or if rated load capacity
of the generator has been exceeded.
• Use suitable extension cords: If using an extension
cord to connect appliances to the generator, use
only UL-listed, three-prong extension cords. Be sure
the extension cord is the proper size (wire-gauge) to
handle the electrical load that will be plugged into it.
•
Before attempting to power an appliance, be sure
generator has been properly grounded, and that
appliance and power cord are in good working order.
• Keep the generator away from other electric cables
or wires including commercial power supply lines.
• Do not use generator for any purpose other than its
intended use.
• Do not parallel connect generators or lengthen the
exhaust pipe.
• Do not connect generator to any household circuit,
otherwise it may destroy generator or home electric
equipment.
WARNING
Medical and Life Support Uses
• In case of emergency, call 999 immediately.
• Never use this product to power life support
devices or life support appliances.
• Never use this product to power medical devices
or medical appliances.
• Inform your electricity provider immediately if you
or anyone in your household depends on
electrical equipment to live.
• Inform your electrical provider immediately if a
loss of power would cause you or anyone in your
household to experience a medical emergency.
• Plan carefully: Before using the generator to power
appliances, take time to add power ratings (wattage)
of each appliance and verify that total wattage does
not exceed rated output of generator. Power rating
information can usually be found on an appliance’s
product label, stamped inside, or on the back of the
appliance. See Table 2 for a listing of average
appliance wattage requirements.
• NEVER overload: Circuit breakers wi
of electricity between the generator and appliance
if the generator is overloaded. This will be indicated
by a “tripped” breaker. If this happens, power off and
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