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mable vapor environment can be created by fuel
spill, leak, etc., unless the generator set is equipped
with an automatic safety device to block the air in-
take and stop the engine. The owners and opera-
tors of the generator set are solely responsible for
operating the generator set safely. Contact your au-
thorized Cummins distributor for more information.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN CAUSE
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH
Remove electric power before removing pro-
tective shields or touching electrical equip-
ment. Use rubber insulative mats placed on
dry wood platforms over floors that are metal or
concrete when around electrical equipment.
Do not wear damp clothing (particularly wet
shoes) or allow skin surface to be damp when
handling electrical equipment. Do not wear
jewelry. Jewelry can short out electrical con-
tacts and cause shock or burning.
Use extreme caution when working on electri-
cal components. High voltages can cause inju-
ry or death. DO NOT tamper with interlocks.
Follow all applicable state and local electrical
codes. Have all electrical installations per-
formed by a qualified licensed electrician. Tag
and lock open switches to avoid accidental clo-
sure.
DO NOT CONNECT GENERATOR SET DI-
RECTLY TO ANY BUILDING ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM. Hazardous voltages can flow from
the generator set into the utility line. This
creates a potential for electrocution or property
damage. Connect only through an approved
isolation switch or an approved paralleling de-
vice.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Coolants under pressure have a higher boiling
point than water. DO NOT open a radiator or
heat exchanger pressure cap while the engine
is running. To prevent severe scalding, let en-
gine cool down before removing coolant pres-
sure cap. Turn cap slowly, and do not open it
fully until the pressure has been relieved.
Used engine oils have been identified by some
state or federal agencies as causing cancer or
reproductive toxicity. When checking or
changing engine oil, take care not to ingest,
breathe the fumes, or contact used oil.
Keep multi-class ABC fire extinguishers handy.
Class A fires involve ordinary combustible ma-
terials such as wood and cloth; Class B fires,
combustible and flammable liquid fuels and
gaseous fuels; Class C fires, live electrical
equipment. (ref. NFPA No. 10).
Make sure that rags are not left on or near the
generator set.
Make sure generator set is mounted in a man-
ner to prevent combustible materials from ac-
cumulating under or near the unit.
Remove all unnecessary grease and oil from
the unit. Accumulated grease and oil can
cause overheating and engine damage which
present a potential fire hazard.
Keep the generator set and the surrounding
area clean and free from obstructions. Re-
move any debris from the set and keep the floor
clean and dry.
Do not work on this equipment when mentally
or physically fatigued, or after consuming any
alcohol or drug that makes the operation of
equipment unsafe.
Substances in exhaust gases have been iden-
tified by some state or federal agencies as
causing cancer or reproductive toxicity. Take
care not to breath or ingest or come into contact
with exhaust gases.
Do not store any flammable liquids, such as
fuel, cleaners, oil, etc., near the generator set.
A fire or explosion could result.
Wear hearing protection when going near an
operating generator set.
To prevent serious burns, avoid contact with
hot metal parts such as radiator system, turbo
charger system and exhaust system.
CONTAINERIZED RENTAL UNITS
POTENTIAL TIPPING PROBLEM
On all containerized rental equipment, there is a po-
tential problem of having the container tip forward
over the landing legs, pulling the axles off the
ground when the container is fully fueled without a
semi-tractor under the king pin. Jack stands for the
front of the container are required to mitigate this
potential problem.
Note: The figure below shows the jack stands and their
placement at the nose of the container.
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