Manual

Propergroundingof the generatorwill help preventelectrical
shockin the event of a ground fault condition in the generator
or in connected electrical devices. Proper grounding also helps
dissipate static electricity, which often builds up in ungrounded
devices.
2.4.2 CONNECTINGELECTR/CALLOADS
DONOTconnect 240 Volt loadsto 120 Volt receptacles.DONOT
connect 3-phase loads to the generator.DO NOTconnect 50 Hz
loads to the generator.
* Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after
starting.
* Plug in and turn on the desired 120 or 240 Volt AO, single
phase,60 Hzelectrical loads.
* Add up the ratedwatts (or amps) of all loadsto be connected
at onetime. This total should not be greaterthan (a) the rated
wattage/amperage capacity of the generator or (b) circuit
breakerratingof the receptaclesupplyingthe power.See"Don't
Overloadthe Generator".
2.5 DON'TOVEBLOADTHEGENEBATOB
Overloadinga generator in excess of its rated wattage capacity
can result in damageto the generatorandto connectedelectrical
devices.Observethe following to preventoverloadingthe unit:
* Addupthe total wattageof all electricaldevicesto be connected
at one time. This total should NOT be greater than the
generator'swattage capacity.
* The ratedwattageof lights can be takenfrom light bulbs. The
rated wattage of tools, appliancesand motors can usually be
found on a data labelor decal affixedto the device.
* If the appliance,toot or motor does not give wattage, multiply
volts times ampere ratingto determinewatts (volts x amps =
watts).
* Some electric motors, such as induction types, require about
three times more watts of power for starting than for running.
This surge of power lasts only a few seconds when starting
such motors.Makesureto allowfor high startingwattagewhen
selectingelectrical devicesto connectto the generator:
1. Figurethe watts neededto start the largestmotor.
2. Add to that figure the running watts of all other connected
loads.
The WattageReferenceGuideis providedto assist in determining
how many items the generatorcan operateat onetime.
NOTE:
All figures are approximate. See data label on appliance for
wattage requirements.
2.6 WATTAGEBEFEBENCEGUIDE
Device ................................... RunningWatts
*Air Conditioner(12,000 Btu).......................... 1700
*Air Conditioner(24,000 Btu).......................... 3800
*Air Conditioner(40,000 Btu).......................... 6000
Battery Charger(20 Amp).............................. 500
BeltSander (3") .................................... 1000
ChainSaw ........................................ 1200
Circular Saw (6-1/2") ........................... 800 to 1000
*Clothes Dryer (Electric) ............................. 5750
*Clothes Dryer (Gas) ................................. 700
*Clothes Washer ................................... 1150
CoffeeMaker ...................................... 1750
*Compressor (1 HP)................................. 2000
*Compressor (3/4 HP) ............................... 1800
*Compressor (1/2 HP) ............................... 1400
CurlingIron......................................... 700
*Dehumidifier....................................... 650
Disc Sander (9").................................... 1200
EdgeTrimmer....................................... 500
Electric Blanket...................................... 400
Electric Nail Gun.................................... 1200
Electric Range(per element)........................... 1500
Electric Skillet...................................... 1250
*Freezer ............................................ 700
*Furnace Fan(3/5 HP) ................................ 875
*GarageDoor Opener............................ 500 to 750
Hair Dryer......................................... 1200
HandDrill .................................... 250 to 1100
HedgeTrimmer...................................... 450
Impact Wrench...................................... 500
Iron.............................................. 1200
*Jet Pump ......................................... 800
Lawn Mower....................................... 1200
Light Bulb.......................................... 100
Microwave Oven............................... 700 to 1000
*Milk Cooler....................................... 1100
OilBurneron Furnace................................. 300
OilFiredSpace Heater(140,000 Btu) ..................... 400
OilFiredSpace Heater(85,000 Btu) ...................... 225
OilFiredSpace Heater(30,000 Btu) ...................... 150
*Paint Sprayer,Airless (1/3 HP) ......................... 600
PaintSprayer,Airless (handheld)......................... 150
Radio ......................................... 50 to 200
*Refrigerator........................................ 700
Slow Cooker........................................ 200
*Submersible Pump (1-1/2 HP) ........................ 2800
*Submersible Pump (1 HP) ........................... 2000
*Submersible Pump (1/2 HP).......................... 1500
*Sump Pump................................. 800 to 1050
*Table Saw (10") ............................. 1750to 2000
Television..................................... 200 to 500
Toaster..................................... 1000to 1650
WeedTrimmer ...................................... 500
* Allow 3 times the listed watts for starting these devices.