Grounding ? for PTO generator

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?

Follow Ups:

• Re: Grounding ? for PTO generator buickanddeere 05:53:44 08/15/05 (0)
• Re: Grounding ? for PTO generator John T 08:55:43 08/14/05 (0)
• Re: Grounding ? for PTO generator txgrn 06:25:48 08/14/05 (0)

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