Porter-Cable CH250 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 incoming
utility service could result in electrocu-
tion.
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 Trans-
fer 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 HAZ-
ARD 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 PROBLEMS.
To help you recognize this informa-
tion, we use symbols to the right.
Please read the manual and pay at-
tention to these sections.