Product Manual

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EXTENSION CORDS
Extension cords may be used to power devices that are
located at a distance from the generator. However, use only
Australian approved outdoor-rated, grounded extension cords.
Locate the generator in a convenient place and where possible,
avoid long extension leads and possible damage to leads by
pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Extension leads should be heavy duty with at least 1mm of
appropriate current rating and in any case, not less that 1mm
cross-section of conductor and must incorporate an earthing
conductor to ensure that there is not any voltage difference
between the generator set and any equipment powered by the
generator.
The electrical continuity of the “earthing” core should be
checked periodically from pin to socket to ensure continued
electrical safety. Some electrical appliances, eg. portable drills,
are marked “double insulated”, in which case there should not
be an earthing conductor in its mains lead (even though it may
have a three-pin plug).
Use of undersized extension cords can cause electric shock, fire or
damage to connected devices. All extension and appliance cords must
be in good condition and not worn, bare, frayed or otherwise damaged.
If an externsion cord becomses hot to touch, it is overloaded or
WARNING damaged and must be replaced.
Gentech Industries is NOT responsible for damage or injury resulting from
customer use of inadequate extension cords.