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Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

Dayton

Generator

2ZRR1

generator. Or, use a heavy duty, outdoor-

rated extension cord that is rated (in

watts or amps) at least equal to the sum

of the connected appliance loads. Check

that the entire cord is free of cuts or tears

and that the plug has all three prongs,

especially a grounding pin.

NEVER try to power the house wiring

by plugging the generator into a

wall outlet, a practice known as

“back feeding”. This is an extremely

dangerous practice that presents an

electrocution risk to utility workers and

neighbors served by the same utility

transformer. It also bypasses some of

the built-in household circuit protection

devices.

If you must connect the generator to

the house wiring to power appliances,

have a qualified electrician install the

appropriate equipment in accordance

with local electrical codes. Or, check

with your utility company to see if

it can install an appropriate power

transfer switch.

For power outages, permanently

installed stationary generators are

better suited for providing backup

power to the home. Even a properly

connected portable generator can

become overloaded. This may result in

overheating or stressing the generator

components, possibly leading to a

generator failure.

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.

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.

The wing nut and 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 terminal of the ground

wire between the two star washers

and wing nut then tighten the wing

nut fully. Connect the other end of

the wire securely to a suitable ground

source.

The National Electric Code contains

several practical ways in which to

establish a good ground source.

Examples given below illustrate a few

of the ways in which a good ground

source may be established.

A metal underground water pipe

in direct contact with the earth

for at least 10 feet can be used as

a grounding source. If an pipe is

unavailable, an 8 foot length of pipe or

rod may be used as the ground source.

The pipe should be 3/4 inch 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 inch

diameter and if a nonferrous rod is

used it should be at least 1/2 inch

diameter and be listed as material for

grounding. Drive the rod or pipe to

a depth of 8 feet. If a rock bottom is

encountered less than 4 feet 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.

LINE TRANSFER SWITCH

If this generator is used for standby

service, it must have a transfer switch

between the utility power service and

the generator. The transfer switch not

only prevents the utility power form

feeding into the generator, but is also

prevents the generator form feeding out

into the utility company’s lines. This is

intended to protect the serviceman who

may be working on a damaged line.

THIS INSTALLATION MUST BE DONE BY A

LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND ALL LOCAL

CODES MUST BE FOLLOWED.

ENGINE OIL

Oil is a major factor affecting

performance and service life. Use 4-

stroke automotive detergent oil.

Recommended Oil: Use 4-stroke

motor oil that meets or exceeds

the requirements for API service

classification SJ, SL, or equivalent.

Always check the API service label on

the oil container to be sure it includes

the letters SJ, SL, or equivalent.

SAE 10W-30 is recommended for

general use. Other viscosities shown

in the chart may be used when the

average temperature in your area is

within the indicated range.

THIS ENGINE

CRANKCASE IS NOT

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