Operating instructions

ARMY TM 9-6115-464-34

AIR FORCE TO 35C2-3-445-2

NAVY NAVFAC P-8-624-34

WARNING

All specific cautions and warnings contained in this manual shall be strictly adhered to. Otherwise,

severe injury, death and/or damage to the equipment may result.

HIGH VOLTAGE

is produced when this generator set is in operation.

DEATH

or severe burns may result if personnel fail to observe safety precautions. Do not operate this

generator set until the ground terminal stud has been connected to a suitable ground. Disconnect

the battery ground cable before removing and installing components on the engine or in the

electrical control panel system. Do not attempt to service or otherwise make any adjustments,

connections or reconnection of wires or cables until generator set is shut-down and completely

deenergized.

DANGEROUS GASES

Batteries generate explosive gas during charging; therefore, utilize extreme caution, do not smoke,

or use open flame in vicinity when servicing batteries. Exhaust discharge contains noxious and

deadly fumes. Do not operate generator sets in enclosed areas unless exhaust discharge is

properly vented to the outside. When filling fuel tank, maintain metal-to-metal contact between

filler nozzle and fuel tank. Do not smoke or use an open flame in the vicinity. Use extreme care,

should a selenium rectifier malfunction, to avoid inhalation of poisonous fumes.

LIQUIDS UNDER PRESSURE

are generated as a result of the generator set. Do not expose any part of the body to a high

pressure leak in the fuel or hydraulic system of the generator set. Relieve pressure from radiator

before removing radiator cap.

NOISE

operating level of this generator can cause hearing damage. Ear protectors, as recommended by

the medical or safety officer, must be worn when working near this set.

LIFTING

Do not allow personnel under or near generator set or equipment used in conjunction with

generator set when hoisting or lifting. Death or severe injury may result.