Specifications

WARNING: Moving parts can cause severe personal injury or death. Hot exhaust parts
WARNING: Gasoline is highly flammable and expolsive and can be ignited by static
WARNING: If the generator neutral supply is not grounded to earth, the user may be left
3.3 Starting the Generator Set
WARNING: Operating a generator set in an inappropriate environment can result in a fire
3. Starting and Running the Generator Set 12-2008
Before the first start of the day and after every eight hours of operation, perform GENERAL
INSPECTIONS and any scheduled maintenance due, as indicated in the Periodic Maintenance
Schedule. If the generator set has been in storage, return it to service as instructed in the
"Out-of-Service Protection" section.
can cause severe burns. Make sure all protective guards are properly in
place before starting the generator set.
A non-functioning GFCI, or a damaged or overloaded extension cord, can cause
electrocution or fire. Test the GFCI for proper operation. Make sure all extension cords
are in good condition, are rated for outdoor use, have the proper plugs, and have the
proper amp and voltage ratings.
electric sparks caused by fuel flowing through a service station pump nozzle
which can result in severe personal injury or death. Never fill the generator
set with a service station pump nozzle. Instead, fill a safety tank sitting on
the ground and then slowly transfer fuel to the generator set from the safety
tank.
1. Locate the generator set outdoors in a dry, level place and chock the wheels, if so
equipped.
2. Check fuel and oil levels, and fill as necessary.
without ground fault protection, which could result is serious personal injury
or death. Always make sure the generator neutral supply is grounded to
earth before operating the generator set.
3. Connect the grounding lug to earth ground in accordance with the local electrical code.
4. Test the GFCI for proper operation.
5. Make sure that all extension cords are in good condition, are rated for outdoor use and
have the proper amp and voltage ratings, and that they are equipped with proper plugs
having grounding blades.
6. Make sure all tools and appliances have been turned off or disconnected.
which can result in severe personal injury or death. Do not operate the
generator set in hazardous environments where it could ignite flammable
gasses or combustible materials.
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