Section
3.
Operation
4
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EXHAUST
GAS
IS
DEADLY!
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas. Carbon
monoxide is poisonous and can cause unconsciousness and death.
Symptoms
of
carbon monoxide poisoning
can
include:
0
Dizziness
0
Nausea
0
Muscular Twitching
0
Headache
0
Vomifing
0
Weakness and Sleepiness
0
Thmbbing in Temples
0
lnabilify
to
Think CoherenUy
IF
YOU
OR
ANYONE ELSE EXPERIENCE ANY
OF
THESE SYMPTOMS, GET
OUT
INTO THE FRESH AIR IMMEDIATELY. If symptoms persisf, seekmedical attention.
Shut down fhe unif and do not operate until if has been inspected and repaired.
Protection against carbon monoxide inhalation includes proper installation and
regular, ftequent visual and audible inspections
of
fhe complete exhaust system.
1-PfEM
GENERAL
This section covers starting and operating the generator
set. It is recommended that the operator read through this
entire section before starting the set
It
is essential that the
operator become completely familiar with the set for safe
operation.
PRE-START
CHECKS
Before starting the generator set, be sure it has sufficient
oil and gasoline and that it is generally ready for opera-
tion.
Engine
Oil
Check the engine oil level frequently. Keep the level
full
but do not overfill. See the Maintenance section for oil
specifications and oil checking and changing
procedures.
Fuel
Select a well ventilated location for filling fuel tank.
Do
not fill fuel tank when engine is hot or running. See
Recommended Fuel section for fuel type. Fill fuel tank
slowly to a point no higher than one inch below the top
of the filler neck or to red
fill
line insidetank (if equipped).
If
operating the generator set on a slight grade, reduce
the amount of gas used when filling
so
gas does not
reach filler neck.
Do
not store ortransportthe generator
set without first removing the fuel from the fuel tank.
Gasolinepresents the hazard
of
fire or
/BWAR"GI
explosion fhat can result in severe
personal injury or death.
Do
not oYeM1 fuel tank or fuel
overflow can result After filling fuel tank, securely
tighten fuel cap.
Do
not transport
the
generator set with-
out
first removing fhe fuel from the
fuel
tank.
Gasoline presents the hazardof fire or
lHGEEl
exp/osion
that
can result in severe
personalinjury or death. Never
fill
the fuel tank when fhe
engine
is
hot or running.
Do
not
permit
any flame, spark,
pilot lighf, cigareffe, or ofher ignition source
near
the
fuel system.
Keep
a
type
ABC
fire exPinguisher nearby.
Inspection
Give the generator set a visual inspection for loose bolts
and nuts, oil leaks, fuel leaks, and exhaust leaks. Repair
any problems before starting the generator set
RECOMMENDED
FUELS
Use clean, fresh, unleaded or regular grade gasoline.
Using unleaded gasoline results in extended periods
between service, longer spark plug life, and reduced
carbon build-up inside the engine.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
Local code enforcement might require that the generator
set
be
electrically connected to a grounding electrode
(water pipe, earth-driven grounding
rod,
etc.) during
operation.
A
grounding lug is provided for
connecting the generator set to
a
grounding electrode
conductor. See Figure
3-1.
1.
If
faulty
elecfrical equipment is
connected
to
the generator set,
an
electrical shock hazard exists fhat
can
result in severe
personal injury or
deafh.
Check all electrical
eq@inent
for frayedcords or breaks
in
iheinsukiim before
ming=
2.
Broperiy appiied
sn$
mabf&ed
gmmd
tawk circuit
interrupters, oiten
required
by
bcal
codes,
can
affcre!
additional protection against
We
hazard
of
electrical
shock.
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