Use and Care Manual

PG1202S MANUAL
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Extension Cord Selection
Refer to the below table to ensure the extension cord used has the capacity to carry the required load. If the size of the
cable is inadequate it can cause a voltage drop, which can damage the electrical device and cord.
Current
(Amps)
Load (Watts)
Maximum Cord Length
230V
#8 Wire
#10 Wire
#12 Wire
#14 Wire
#16 Wire
2.5
600
X
1000 ft.
600 ft.
375 ft.
250 ft.
5
1200
X
500 ft.
300 ft.
200 ft.
125 ft.
7.5
1800
X
350 ft.
200 ft.
125 ft.
100 ft.
10
2400
X
250 ft.
150 ft.
100 ft.
50 ft.
15
3800
X
150 ft.
100 ft.
65 ft.
X
20
4800
175 ft.
125 ft.
75 ft.
X
X
25
6000
150 ft.
100 ft.
X
X
X
30
7200
125 ft.
65 ft.
X
X
X
Moving the Generator
• Disconnect any electronic devices from generator then turn generator off.
• Turn fuel valve to the “OFF” position.
Do not connect 3-phase loads to generator.