Full Product Manual

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3250W Generator
General Precautions (cont’d)
Installation (cont’d)
• If the generator is installed outdoors, it must be weatherproofed and should be soundproofed. It
should not be run outdoors without p
rotection to the generator and wiring conduit.
• The generator weighs 100 lbs
(approx). Two or more people should assist when moving or lifting
this product. Never lift the generator using the eng
ine or alternator lifting lugs. Connect lifting
equi
pment to the frame of the generator
• Before lift
ing the generator, ensure the lift rigging and supporting structure are in good
condition, and are ra
ted to lift such a load.
• Keep all per
sonnel away from the suspended generator during relocating.
• The support
ing floor/ground surface should be level and strong enough to safely hold the weight
of the generator. If the floor/grounded surface is not level, strong cross members should be
pl
aced under the full length of the generator frame at its low side.
• For trailer installation, the generator s
hould be mounted on the center point of the trailer, over
the wheels. The trailer must be capable of support
ing the weight of the generator and all
contents (tools, et
c.)
• Install sound-and weather-p
roofing only when it is not raining or snowing to avoid trapping
moisture wit
hin the generator’s area.
Mechanical
• Always make sure the power switch is in its “OFF” position. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and
allow the engine to completely cool before carrying out maintenance.
• Check for damaged parts. Before using the generator, any part that appears damaged s
hould
be carefully checked to determine that it wi
ll operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment and bind
ing of moving parts, any broken parts or mounting fixtures, and any
other condition that may affect p
roper operation technician.
• The generator is designed with guards for p
rotection from moving parts. In any case, care must
sti
ll be taken to protect personnel and equipment from other mechanical hazards when working
around the generator.