Porter-Cable CTE300 Portable Generator User Manual


 
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Attempting to connect generator
directly to the electrical system of
any building structure.
Back feeding electricity through a
building’s electrical system to the
outside utility feed lines could en-
danger repair persons attempting to
restore service.
Attempting to connect to the incom-
ing utility service could result in
electrocution.
Restoration of electrical service while
the generator is connected to the
incoming utility could result in a fire or
serious damage if an isolator switch is
not installed.
Failure to use a double throw transfer
switch when connecting to a
structure's electrical system can
damage appliances and WILL VOID
the manufacturer's warranty.
Never backfeed electricity through
a structure's electrical system.
To connect to a structure's electri-
cal system in a safe manner,
always have a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch installed by a
qualified electrician and in compli-
ance with local ordinances. (When
installing a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch, a minimum of
10 gauge wiring must be used.)
HAZARD
HOW TO PREVENT ITWHAT COULD HAPPEN
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
When using this product basic precautions should always be followed
including the following:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZARD
THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR
LOSS OF LIFE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A
HAZARD THAT MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Information for preventing damage to
equipment.
Information that you should pay special
attention to.
This manual contains information that
is important for you to know and un-
derstand. This information relates to
protecting YOUR SAFETY and PRE-
VENTING EQUIPMENT PROB-
LEMS. To help you recognize this
information, we use symbols to the
right. Please read the manual and pay
attention to these sections.