3 Safety Regulations
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Connection prerequisites
The following prerequisites are to be met to connect the generator to the building's
mains supply.
▪ The generator must meet the prerequisites with regard to performance,
voltage and frequency of the equipment.
▪ The generator must be disconnected from the electric power supply.
▪ Connections from the generator to the power supply system of a building
must be established by a licensed electrician.
▪ The electrical connections must meet all laws and electrical regulations.
WARNING
Prerequisites for safe operation are familiarity with the machine and proper training.
Machines that are incorrectly operated or that are operated by untrained personnel
may pose a danger. Read through the operating instructions in this manual and in
the engine manual to make yourself familiar with the job and the proper use of the
operator's controls. Inexperienced operators must be instructed by personnel who
are familiar with the machine before they are allowed to operate the machine.
3.4 Operator qualifications
Only trained personnel may start, operate and switch off the machine. The
personnel must also have the following qualifications:
▪ be trained in the correct operation of the machine
▪ be familiar with the necessary safety devices
Access to the machine and operation of the machine is not permitted for:
▪ Children
▪ People under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The following personal protective clothing (PPE) is to be worn when operating this
machine:
▪ Close-fitting work clothes that do not impede movement
▪ Safety glasses with protective sides
▪ Ear protection
▪ Work shoes or boots with toe protection
▪ NEVER use generator near open containers of fuel, paint or other flam-mable
liquids.
▪ NEVER touch the generator or tools connected to it if you have wet hands.
▪ NEVER use damaged power cables. Electric shock and major
machine damage could occur.
▪ NEVER place power cable below the generator or on vibrating or hot parts.
▪ NEVER cover hot or running generator.
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