Northern Industrial Tools 10000 BDG - Manual (Page 15)

Installation / Initial Set-Up
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♦ Make sure you plug each electrical device/appliance into the correct
generator outlet based on the device’s plug configuration and
voltage/amperage rating. Never exceed the amperage rating of an outlet.
♦ Extension cords may be used to power devices that are located at a
distance from the generator. However, use only UL-listed, outdoor-rated,
grounded extension cords of the proper size. Additionally, if using the
generator in damp or highly electrical conductive areas or on construction
jobsites, always use ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)-equipped
extension cords to prevent electrical shock. Use Table 5 below to choose
an adequately sized extension cord according to the amperage of the
device being used and the length of the cord.
Table 5
Current/Power Maximum Extension Cord Length
Amps at
240V
Load
(watts)
#10 Ga.
Cord
#12 Ga.
Cord
#14 Ga.
Cord
#16 Ga.
Cord
10 2400 250’ 150’ 100’ 75’
20 4800 125’ 75’ 50’ 25’
30 7200 60’ 35’ 25’ 10’
40 9600 30’ 15’ 10’ *
50 12000 15’
* * *
WARNING:
Use of under sized extension cords can cause electric shock, fire, or
damage to connected devices. Failure to use GFCI extension cords in
damp or wet conditions can result in severe electric shock or
electrocution.
♦ All extension and appliance cords must be in good condition and not worn,
bare, frayed, or otherwise damaged.
WARNING:
Use of damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire.
Note: If an extension cord becomes hot to the touch, it is overloaded or
damaged and must be replaced.
Northern Tool is NOT responsible for damage or injury resulting from
customer use of inadequate extension cords.