3000W Chinese Gensets Info.
professor95 wrote: EDIT ADDED 45/5/2013- When this thread started in March of 2005, I never expected to see it survive this long or amass the quantity of information that has been shared here. In...
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bbrown93647 wrote:
Hi Guys:
Sorry for the repost, I apparently started a new thread by accident, so I'll try again...
I have been lurking here for 6 months or so and and as a result of the great info provided on this forum, I bought the Champion C46540 for about $274 OTD from a local Kragen. I have tested the unit and it seems to work fine. While reading the owner's manual (shocking isn't it?) I noticed the grounding recommendation on page 5.
They state:
"Grounding the generator provides extra safety.
The National Electric Code requires that this product be properly connected to an appropriate ground to help prevent electric shock.
Failure to properly ground the generator can result in electric shock. A ground terminal connected to the frame of the generator has been provided on the front panel for this purpose. For remote grounding, connect a length of heavy gauge (12AWG min.) copper wire between the generator ground terminal and a copper rod driven into the ground. This should provide a suitable ground connection. CPE recommends that you consult with a local electrician to insure that local codes are being adhered to."
There is a MAJOR difference between neutral bonding and grounding. The quick and simple answer is to ground the generator frame whenever possible as described. But, for RV use DO NOT bond the generator neutral to the frame or earth ground - allow it to float.
