Harbor Freight Tools 92455 Portable Generator User Manual


 
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NOISE PRECAUTIONS
1. Prolonged exposure to noise levels above 85 dBA is hazardous to hearing.
Always wear ANSI approved ear protection when operating or working around
the Generator when it is running.
ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS
1. All connections and conduits from the Generator to the load must only be in-
stalled by trained and licensed electricians, and in compliance with all relevant
local, state, and federal electrical codes and standards, and other regulations
where applicable.
2. The Generator must be earth-grounded in accordance with all relevant electrical
codes and standards before operation.
3. If an extension cord (not included) is used, make sure to use only UL
®
approved
cords having the correct gauge and length. (See Figure A.)
REQUIRED MINIMUM EXTENSION CORD GAUGE – 120 VOLT
NAMEPLATE
AMPERES
(
At Full Load
)
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
0 - 25
Feet
25 - 50
Feet
50 -100
Feet
100 – 150
Feet
150– 200
Feet
0 - 5 16 16 16 12 12
5.1 - 8 16 16 14 10 -
8.1 - 12 14 14 12 - -
12.1 - 15 12 12 10 - -
15.1 - 20 10 10 10 - -
FIGURE A
4. Do not attempt to connect or disconnect load connections while standing in
water, or on wet or soggy ground.
5. Do not touch electrically energized parts of the Generator and interconnecting
cables or conductors with any part of the body, or with any non-insulated
conductive object.
6. Connect the generator only to a load or electrical system (115 volt) that is com-
patible with the electrical characteristics and rated capacities of the Generator.
7. Before servicing equipment powered by the Generator, disconnect the equipment
from its power input.