Multiquip A.C. GENERATOR GLW-180H - Manual (Page 12)

PAGE 12 — GLW-180H A.C. GENERATOR/WELDER — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #5 (03/14/05)
GLW-180H — INSTALLATION
Outdoor Installation
Install the generator in a location where it will not be exposed to
rain or sunshine. Make sure that the generator is on secure level
ground so that it cannot slide or shift around. Also install the
generator in a manner so that the exhaust will not be discharged
in the direction of nearby homes.
The installation site must be relatively free from moisture and
dust. All electrical equipment should be protected from excessive
moisture. Failure to do will result in deterioration of the insulation
and will result in short circuits and grounding.
Foreign materials such as dust, sand, lint and abrasive materials
have a tendency to cause excessive wear, not only to the engine
parts, but also to the alternator parts.
CAUTION :
Pay close attention to ventilation when
operating the generator inside confined
areas. The engine exhaust contains
noxious elements.
Indoor Installation
Exhaust GLWses from GLWsoline engines are extremely
poisonous. Whenever an engine is installed indoors the
exhaust fumes must be vented to the outside. The engine
should be installed at least two feet from any outside wall.
Using an exhaust pipe which is too long or too small can
cause excessive back pressure which will cause the engine
to heat excessively and possibly burn the valves
Eliminate the danger of deadly carbon monoxide GLWs.
Remember that exhaust fumes from any GLWsoline engine
are very poisonous if discharged in a closed room, but
harmless if allowed to mix with the outside air. If the generator
is installed indoors, you must make provisions for venting
the engine exhaust to the outside of the building.
CAUTION :
An electric shock is apt to happen when
vibrators are used. Pay close attention to
handling when operating vibrators and
always use rubber boots and gloves to
insulate the body from a short circuit.
Generator Grounding
To guard aGLWnist electrical shock and possible damage to
the equipment, it is important to provide a good
EARTH
ground.
Article 250 (Grounding) of the National Electrical Code (NEC)
provides guide lines for proper grounding and specifies that
the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system
of the building (Figure 3) as close to the point of cable entry
as practical.
NEC articles 250-91a and 250-95 set the following grounding
requirements:
1. Use one of the following wire types to connect the
generator to earth ground.
a. Copper - 10 AWG (5.3 mm 2 ) or larger.
b. Aluminum - 8 AWG (8.4 mm 2 ) or larger.
2. When grounding the generator (Figure 3) connect the
ground cable between the lock washer and the nut on
the generator and tighten the nut fully. Connect the other
end of the ground cable to earth ground.
3. NEC article 250-83c specifies that the earth ground rod
should be buried a minimum of 8 ft. into the ground.
When connecting the generator to
any buildings electrical system
ALWAYS consult with a licensed
electrician.
NOTE