Electrical Systems - House --- Section 8
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Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas. Carbon monoxide is poi-
sonous and can cause unconsciousness and/or death. Inspect the exhaust system thoroughly before
starting the generator. Do not block the exhaust pipe, or situate the motorhome where the exhaust may
accumulate around the motorhome or nearby vehicles. Operate the generator only when safe dispersion
of exhaust can be assured. Monitor outside conditions to ensure the exhaust continues to safely disperse.
WARNING:
When parking near high grass, be sure that the hot exhaust gases or the exhaust pipe
does not contact the grass and ignite, resulting in a fire.
CAUTION:
An exhaust extension adds weight and stresses the generator exhaust system.
Damage to the exhaust piping or exhaust manifold can result, allowing Carbon
Monoxide gases to accumulate under or leak into the motorhome.
Stopping the Generator
Turn off the appliances and disconnect other AC loads being used. Allow the generator to run
unloaded for at least one minute before shutdown to allow the engine to cool. Momentarily push the
control switch to the STOP position. Release the switch.
Powering the Equipment
The AC output of the generator powers the motorhome air conditioners, the AC Inverter/Charger,
all appliances and items plugged into the electrical outlets of the motorhome. The number of electrical
appliances that can be operated at any given time depends upon how much power is available from the
generator. If the generator is “overloaded” or a short circuit causes “over current,” either the gen-
erator will shut down or the circuit breaker will trip. If power consumption, in total, exceeds the
generator power output, compensation for temperature and elevation may be necessary. Operate
appliances in sequence, rather than all at the same time.
NOTE:
The generator may shut down when loaded nearly to full power and an air condition-
er (or other large motor load) cycles on. For a brief moment during start up an elec-
tric motor can draw up to three times the rated power. For this reason it may be nec-
essary to operate some appliances in sequence when air conditioners or other large
motor loads are on.
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