BE Pressure supply 6800 Watt Generator BE6800HER - Manual (Page 16)

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Grounding Instructions
This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock.
The ground terminal on the frame must always be used to connect the
generator to a suitable ground source. The ground path should be made
with #8 size wire. Connect the grounding wire securely to the ground
terminal. Connect the other end of the wire securely to a suitable ground
source.
A metal underground water pipe in direct contact with the earth for at
least 10 feet can be used as a grounding source. If a pipe is unavail-
able, an 8 foot length of pipe or rod may be used as the ground source.
The pipe should be 3/4” trade size or larger and the outer surface must
be noncorrosive. If a steel or iron rod is used it should be at least 5/8”
diameter and if a nonferrous rod is used it should be at least 1/2” diam-
eter and be listed as material for grounding. Drive the rod or pipe to a
depth of 8’. If a rock bottom is encountered less than 4’ down, bury the
rod or pipe in a trench. All electrical tools and appliances operated from
this generator, must be properly grounded by use of a third wire or be
“Double Insulated”.
It is recommended to:
1. Use electrical devices with 3 prong power cords.
2. Use an extension cord with a 3 hole receptacle and a 3 prong plug at
the opposite ends to ensure continuity of the ground protection from
the generator to appliance.
We strongly recommend that all applicable federal, state and local
regulations relating to grounding specifications be checked and followed.
preparing the generator
DANGER
Improper connection of the equipment grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electrocution.
Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt
as to whether the unit is properly grounded.