Owner’s Manual for Portable Generator 13
Section 3 Operation
Operation and Use Questions
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ERAC (1-888-436-3722) with questions or
concerns about equipment operation and
maintenance.
Before Starting Engine
Verify engine oil level is correct.
1. Verify engine oil level is correct.
2. Verify correct fuel is selected.
3. If using gasoline, verify fuel level is correct.
4. If using LP, verify the fuel hose is properly
connected to the LP cylinder and the sec-
ond stage regulator.
5. If using LP, verify the LP cylinder is located
away from the muffler, the cylinder is not
empty and the fuel valve is open.
6. Verify unit is secure on level ground, with
proper clearance and is in a well ventilated
area.
Prepare Generator for Use
Grounding the Portable
Generator
See Figure 3-1. The portable generator is
equipped with a terminal for the connection of
a field grounding electrode conductor where a
grounding electrode system is required by
NEC Article 250.34(A). The equipment
grounding conductor terminals of the genera-
tor receptacles are bonded to the generator
frame. Where the generator supplies power to
cord and plug connected equipment, like
power tools, the frame of the generator is not
required by the NEC to be connected to a field
grounding electrode. The generator neutral
conductor is bonded to the generator frame in
accordance with NEC Article 250.34(C).
• NEUTRAL BONDED TO FRAME
• THERE IS A PERMANENT CONDUCTOR
BETWEEN THE GENERATOR (STATOR
WINDING) AND FRAME
See Figure 3-1. Where the generator is con-
nected to a manual transfer switch, the trans-
fer switch must also switch the neutral upon
transfer to be NEC code compliant (3-Pole
switch). A grounding electrode is required to
be connected to the generator frame to prop-
erly ground the generator. The ground wire
(000103)
Asphyxiation. Running engines produce carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous
gas. Carbon monoxide, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
(000199)
DANGER
Explosion and Fire. LP vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive. Do not use or store LP cylinder in a
building, garage, or enclosed area except as authorized
by NFPA 58 or B149.2 (Canada). Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
(000751)
Inspect LP hose and regulator before each use for cuts, burrs or
other damage. Replace damaged LP hose or regulator before
use. Operating unit with a damaged LP hose or regulator will
result in death or serious injury.
(000103)
Asphyxiation. Running engines produce carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous
gas. Carbon monoxide, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
(000178a)
WARNING
Asphyxiation. Always use a battery operated carbon
monoxide alarm indoors and installed according to
the manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
Asphyxiation. The exhaust system must be properly
maintained. Do not alter or modify the exhaust system
as to render it unsafe or make it noncompliant with
local codes and/or standards. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
(000118a)
Risk of fire. Do not use generator without
spark arrestor installed. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
(000110)
WARNING
Risk of Fire. Hot surfaces could ignite
combustibles, resulting in fire. Fire could
result in death or serious injury.
(000108)
WARNING
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
result in severe burns or fire.
(000136)
CAUTION
Equipment and property damage. Disconnect
electrical loads prior to starting or stopping unit.
Failure to do so could result in equipment and
property damage.
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