Master Lock MGY5000 Portable Generator User Manual


 
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GENERAL INFORMATION
This generator is not large enough to power your entire home. Do not connect
generator to any existing electrical circuits. Plug items directly into generator
receptacles. Do not exceed amperage rating of receptacles. Only use grounded
cords.
OPERATION
WARNING ICON G 001
DANGER
Use only in well-vented areas. Make sure area has
plenty of free-moving, fresh, outside air. Never run
generator in an enclosed or confined area. Never
run generator inside occupied building. Engine
exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
Overexposure will cause loss of consciousness and
will lead to death.
WARNING ICON G 001
WARNING
Never connect generator to any existing electrical
circuits. The generator output will back-feed into the
utility power line. This may electrocute a power
company line repair person. Also, if generator is
powering electrical circuits, the chance of an electri-
cal fire exists.
Note:
We supply the engine owner’s manual with generator. Refer to that manual
for questions concerning engine operation.
USING RECEPTACLE
Note:
Do not exceed amperage rating of receptacles. Exceeding rating will trip
receptacle circuit breaker.
Use receptacles properly. Improper use could damage generator. Use only
grounded extension cords. Power only grounded or double-insulated items. Do not
overload receptacles. This generator has the following receptacles (see Figure 13):
120V, 15-amp GFCI duplex receptacle
120V, 30-amp twist-lock receptacle
120/240V, 20-amp twist-lock receptacle
120 VOLTS
120/240 VOLTS
FULL POWER
SELECTOR
120
ONLY
120
240V
RESET
RESET
TEST
RESET
RESET
120V, 30-Amp
Twist-Lock
Figure 13 - Receptacle Locations
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120V, 15-Amp GFCI Duplex
120/240V, 20-Amp
Twist-Lock