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Grounding the Generator

Grounding the Generator
WARNING
Generator must be grounded to prevent electrical
shock from faulty appliances.
• Before using generator, consult a licensed electrician,
electrical inspector, or local agency having jurisdiction
for local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended
use of generator.
The National Electric Code (NEC) requires the generator
to be connected to an earth ground. Before using the gen-
erator, connect a copper wire (minimum 10 AWG) from the
ground terminal (see Figure 14) to an earth ground. Con-
sult a licensed electrician for proper grounding methods.
FIGURE 14: Ground Terminal
NOTE:
The generator is neutral floating which means the ground
terminal on the generator is not connected to AC neutral
wire in the generator. If using a receptacle tester, it will not
show the same ground circuit condition as for a home
receptacle.
Special Requirements
There may be Federal or State Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes, or
ordinances that apply to the intended use of generator.
Consult a licensed electrician, electrical inspector, or the
local agency having jurisdiction.
•
In some areas, generators are required to be regis-
tered with local utility companies.
•
If generator is used at a construction site, there may
be additional regulations which must be observed.
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Using Generator for Back-up Power

DANGER
Improper connections of the generator to a building's electri-
cal system can be deadly.
Electrical current from generator can feedback into
utility lines. Such feedback may electrocute utility
company workers or others who contact utility lines
during a power outage.
Electrical current can feedback into generator. When
utility power is restored, generator may explode,
burn, or cause fires in building's electrical system.
• Before connecting to a building's electrical system,
consult a licensed electrician, electrical inspector, or
local agency having jurisdiction for local codes or ordi-
nances that apply to the intended use of generator.
What is a transfer switch?
A transfer switch is a device that allows switching
from utility power to emergency generator power.
The transfer switch is either a manual switch, an
automatic switch, or a combination of manual and
automatic. During a power outage, the transfer
switch isolates generator-powered circuits from the
utility line, allowing for safe and efficient operation of
the generator without backfeeding into utility power.
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