Install Manual

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4. Installation 2-2016

4.4 Electrical Connections

WARNING

Improper installation can lead to electrocution and damage to property.

Electrical connections must be made by a licensed electrician.

WARNING

Automatic startup of the generator set during installation can cause severe

personal injury or death. Make sure the generator set is shut down and

disabled:

1. Press the generator set's "O" (Off) button to stop the generator set.

Allow the generator set to thoroughly cool to the touch.

2. Turn off and disconnect the battery charger from the AC source before

disconnecting the battery cables.

3. Disconnect the negative (–) cable from the battery and secure it from

contacting the battery terminals to prevent accidental starting.

NOTICE

Refer to regional codes and the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) for all

electrical installation requirements.

NOTICE

Class 1 wiring methods must be used for connecting the generator set.

AC Connections

WARNING

Automatic startup of the generator set during installation can cause severe

personal injury or death. Push the control switch OFF and disconnect the

negative (–) cable from the battery and prevent the cable (any electrical

connection) from contacting the battery B-terminal to keep the generator set

from starting.

NOTICE

If a 100% rated breaker is used, 90 °C wire must be used for L1, L2, and L3

with the wire size determined by the 75 °C ampacity tables.