Multiquip Portable Generator GAC3.6HZ - Manual (Page 19)

gac3.6hz 60 hz geNeRaTOR • OpeRaTiON aNd paRTs maNual — Rev. #1 (03/31/10) — page 19
inspectiOn/setup
geNeRal iNspecTiON pRiOR TO OpeRaTiON
ground power Tools
When using power tools or electrical equipment requireing
AC power from the generator, make sure power tool cord
has a ground pin or is double insulated as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Ground Pin
extension cable
When electric power is to be provided to various tools or
loads at some distance from the generator, extension cords
are normally used. Cables should be sized to allow for
distance in length and amperage so that the voltage drop
between the generators and point of use (load) is held to
a minimum. Use the cable selection chart (Table 3) as a
guide for selecting proper cable size.
main circuit Breaker
alWaYs place the main circuit breaker in the OFF position
prior to starting the engine.
NOTICE
Double-insulated power tools and small appliances
have specially insulated housings that eliminate the
need for a ground pin. These types of double-insulated
power cords are designed so that no part of the device
will be electrically live even if the internal insulation fails.
daNgeR
NeveR use power tools or equipment that do not
have a ground capability, the possibility exists of
electrocution, electrical shock or burn, which can cause
severe bodily harm or even deaTh!
Table 3. cable selection (60 hz, single phase Operation)
current in
amperes
load in Watts maximum allowable cable length
120 volts 240 volts #10 Wire #12 Wire #14 Wire #16 Wire
2.5 300 600 1000 ft. 600 ft. 375 ft. 250 ft.
5 600 1200 500 ft. 300 ft. 200 ft. 125 ft.
7.5 900 1800 350 ft. 200 ft. 125 ft. 100 ft.
10 1200 2400 250 ft. 150 ft. 100 ft.
15 1800 3600 150 ft. 100 ft. 65 ft.
20 2400 4800 125 ft. 75 ft. 50 ft.
cauTiON: Equipment damage can result from low voltage.