Energizer eZV3200, User Manual

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• Do not touch the spark plug while the engine is operating or shortly after the
engine has been shut down
1.2) Understanding AC Safety
Before connecting the generator to an electrical device or power cord:
• Make sure that everything is in proper working order. Faulty devices or power
cords can lead to an electrical shock.
• Turn off the generator immediately if the device begins to operate abnormally.
Then disconnect the device and investigate the problem.
• Make sure that the electrical rating of the device does not exceed that of the
generator. If the power level of the device is between the maximum output
power and the running power of the generator, the generator should not be
used for more than 30 minutes.
• WARNING: Connections for standby power to a building’s electrical system
must be done by a qualified electrician and must comply with all applicable laws
and electrical codes (National Electrical Code, NFPA 70). Improper connections
may cause serious injuries to electrical workers during a power outage, and
when the utility power is restored, the generator may explode or cause fires.
The generator shall be connected through transfer equipment that switches all
conductors other than the equipment grounding conductor. The frame of the
generator shall be connected to an approved grounding electrode.
• For power outages, permanently installed stationary generators are better
suited for providing backup power to the home. Even a properly connected
portable generator can become overloaded. This may result in overheating or
stressing the generator components, possibly leading to a generator failure.
1.3) Safety while Maintaining Your Generator
After any maintenance is performed, wash immediately using soap and clean water
because repeated exposure to lubricant may cause skin irritation.
• Do not clean the filter element with flammable liquids like gasoline because an
explosion may occur.
• Turn off the engine before performing any maintenance. Otherwise it can cause
severe personal injury or death.
• Allow the generator set to cool down before performing any maintenance.
• Always wear safety glasses when cleaning the generator set with air.
• Do not clean the generator set with a pressure washer because it can cause
damage to the generator set.
• Before working with batteries, ventilate the area, wear safety glasses, do not
smoke and always disconnect the negative cable first and reconnect it last.