Baldor DG Series, Operator'S Manual

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LOCATION
For best service from your portable generator set there are several factors, which should be taken
into consideration when choosing the best location in which to operate it:
MOISTURE: All electrical equipment should be protected from excessive moisture. Failure to do so
will result in deterioration of the insulation and may result in short circuits and a possible
electrocution hazard.
OPERATING ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT IN WET ENVIRONMENTAL
CONDITIONS CREATES A POTENTIAL ELECTROCUTION HAZARD.
DO NOT OPERATE ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT WHILE STANDING IN
WATER, ON WET GROUND, OR WITH WET HANDS OR SHOES.
DIRT:
Foreign materials such as dust, sand and other abrasive materials have a tendency to cause
excessive wear to both engine and generator parts. It is important that the unit be operated in a
reasonably clean environment.
HEAT: All engines give off considerable heat when running. Since the engine and your generator
set uses air to keep it cool it is important that the temperature of the area in which it is located is
does not exceed 100
o
F (even while it is running). Where natural ventilation is inadequate a fan to
boost circulation should be utilized.
EXHAUST: Exhaust Gases from internal combustion engines are extremely poisonous. Whenever
an engine is run indoors the exhaust fumes must be vented to the outside.
EXHAUST FUMES CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. ALWAYS
OPERATE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.
CONFINED SPACE: This unit must not be operated in a confined space or an enclosed
compartment / area. Running the generator set in this environment is a potential fire hazard and is
not authorized. Engine and generator overheating damage could also occur due to restricted cooling
air flow to and from the unit.
OPERATING THIS UNIT IN AN AREA WITHOUT ADEQUATE
VENTILATION CREATES A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD. ALWAYS
OPERATE THIS UNIT IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA.
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