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Grounding ? for PTO generator
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Posted by jCarroll on August 13, 2005 at 20:19:09 from (4.225.134.43):
I'm about ready to operate a recently acquired PTO generator. In addition to the 120 qnd 240 outlets, there is a ground lug on the generator frame. The generator rides on a rubber tired trailer, and the tractor is on rubber, so the generatpr itself is isolated from the earth - until the power cord connections are made to an electrical system which carries a ground. I'm concerned about operating the generator before the connection is made to a grounded electrical system. If there were some wiring fault, frayed wire, or bad connection within the generator, it seems to me the frame (and the tractor) could become energized with some possible voltage difference to earth, and present a safety hazard. Should the ground lug be connected to a ground stake, or similar earth connection to make sure the iron in the generator and the tractor remains at ground potential?
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