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42. Use the correct generator for the application.
Do not modify the generator or its engine,
and do not use the generator for a
purpose for which it is not intended.
43. Extension Cord - Make sure your extension cord is
in good condition. When using an extension cord, be
sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current
your product will draw. An undersized extension
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss
of power and overheating.
The table below shows the correct cord size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS
CURRENT
(AMPS)
Load @
120V
(WATTS)
Load @
240V
(WATTS)
0 ~ 50 ft 50 ~ 75 ft 75 ~ 100 ft
2 240 480 18 AWG
4 480 960 18 AWG 16 AWG
6 720 1440 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG
8 960 1920 16 AWG 12 AWG
10 1200 2400 16 AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG
15 1800 3600 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG
20 2400 4800 12 AWG 10 AWG
25 3000 6000 12 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG
30 3600 7200 10 AWG 8 AWG
35 4200 8400 8 AWG 6 AWG
40 4800 9600 6 AWG
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