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Generator ac connection system, Grounding the generator, Utility circuit connection – Briggs & Stratton 30000 SERIES User Manual

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Generator AC Connection System

A single-phase, three-wire AC connection system is used in

the home generator. The stator assembly consists of a pair

of stationary windings with two leads brought out of each

winding. The junction of leads T2 and T3 forms the neutral

lead, as shown schematically and as wiring diagram below. A

complete schematic and wiring diagram can be found later in

this manual.
NOTE: Neutral is not bonded to ground at generator.

Grounding the Generator

Ground the home generator per applicable codes, standards

and regulations. There are two generator GND lug locations.

The one inside the alternator junction box next to the

circuit breaker is the primary lug and should meet most

applications. The second generator GND lug is located on the

frame below the generator circuit breaker cover, and should

ONLY be used for a ground rod located at the generator, if

required by local codes. See Controls for location.

Utility Circuit Connection

“240V Utility” leads must be routed in conduit. The

“240V Utility” leads deliver power to the generator’s circuit

board and water heater. This power also charges the battery.

When power on these leads is lost, the generator will start.
Using installer-supplied minimum 300V, 14 AWG copper

wire, connect each ten-amp fuse terminal in the alternator

junction box to the ten-amp fuse terminals in the automatic

transfer switch.

Fault Detection System

The generator may have to run for long periods of time with

no operator present. For that reason, the system is equipped

with sensors that automatically shut down the generator in

the event of potentially damaging conditions, such as low

oil pressure, high water temperature, over speed, and other

conditions. Refer to Fault Detection System in the Operator’s

Manual for more detailed information.
The owner will use the remote LED indicator to observe the

status of the home generator system. Consult with the owner

for a convenient location. Locate the electrical box in an

area visible by the home owner such as near a garage door

opener or security control panel.

To install the remote LED indicator:
1. Push the LED through the mounting plate from the

front until it snaps in place.

IMPORTANT: The LED is polarity sensitive.
2. Using provided 10 pole connector and installer-supplied

minimum 18AWG wire, connect the remote LED to the

generator control board +LED and GND connection.

Use wire nuts to attach wire to LED leads.

3. Attach mounting plate to installer-supplied electrical

box.

10 A

10 A

240 VAC

T2

120 V

120 V

240 V

T4

T1

T3

N

G

T4

T1

Neutral

To
Transfer

Switch

Control

Board

Ground

Power

Winding

Circuit

Breaker

Line 1

Water

Heater

Neutral

Neutral

To
Transfer

Switch

Utility

Fuse

Connection

Line 2

Ground