DeVillbiss Air Power Company PowerBack GM1000 - Manual (Page 9)

9- ENG A04669
NOTE: Left and right describes the
location of a part with the operator
facing the outlet panel.
REMOVE GENERATOR FROM
CARTON
• Open carton from top.
• Locate and remove the handle kit.
• Assemble the handle to the top of
the generator using the screwdriver
and screws supplied. Save the
screwdriver and spark plug wrench
for future use.
• Carefully lift generator from carton.
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR
A grounding screw is supplied on the
generator for use when required by local
electrical ordinances. Refer to article 250
of the National Electrical Code to clarify
any needed grounding information. Your
local electric company or a certified
electrician should be able to help you
with this information.
ASSEMBLY
Read this manual. Do
not attempt to operate
equipment until you have read this
Manual for Safety, Operation, and
Maintenance Instructions.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using an appliance or tool at a
considerable distance from the
generator, a 3-wire extension cord that
has a 3-blade grounding plug and a
3-slot receptacle that accepts the tool's
plug MUST be used in order to reduce
the risk of electrical shock. A cord of
adequate size must be used. Using the
following chart to determine the
minimum wire size required.
Extension Cord Wire Gauge Chart
Amperage
Cord
Length
Wire
Gauge
Size
An extension cord
that is hot to the
touch is overloaded. Repair or
replace damaged extension cords
immediately.
DO NOT connect this
generator to the main
electrical supply coming into a house.
Up to 10
amp draw
14 ga. 0 to
100 ft.