3 - ENG
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
building’s electrical system to the out-
side utility feed lines could endanger
repair persons attempting to restore
service.
a structure's electrical system.
utility service could result in electrocu-
tion.
the generator is connected to the
incoming utility could result in a fire
or serious damage if a double throw
transfer switch is not installed.
switch when connecting to a struc-
ture's electrical system can damage
appliances and WILL VOID the manu-
facturer's warranty.
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cal system in a safe manner, always
have a double-throw transfer switch
installed by a qualified electrician
and in compliance with local ordi-
nances. (When installing a double-
throw transfer switch, a minimum of
10 gauge wiring must be used.)
which comes in contact with electri-
cally charged components can trans-
mit electricity to the frame and other
surfaces, resulting in electrical shock
to anyone contacting them.
well ventilated area. Make sure
hands are dry before touching unit.
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sion cords could result in electrocu-
tion.
use and replace with new cord if
required.
could result in overheating of the wires
or attached items, resulting in fire.
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sion cord(s) for application; see
Use of Extension Cords under
Assembly.
could prevent operation of cir-
cuit breakers and result in electrical
shock.
having a grounding wire with an
appropriate grounding plug. DO
NOT use an ungrounded plug.
could charge conductive surfaces in
contact with the generator.
surface such as a concrete slab.
ALWAYS operate generator a mini-
mum of 6' (1.8 m) from any conduc-
tive surface.
generator by attaching too many
items, or items with very high load rat-
ings to it could result in overheating of
some items or their attachment wiring
resulting in fire or electrical shock.
Operating Heavy Loads under
Operation. Make sure that the
summation of electrical loads for all
attachments does not exceed the
load rating of the generator.