Never use a generator to power computers, and
similar electronic equipment,
unless you power them
via a suitable surge protection device, available for hire
from your local HSS Hire Shop.
Always switch the engine off and wait for moving
parts to come to rest before making adjustments to
it.
Engines,
especially the exhausts,
get very hot
so
switch OFF and allow to cool before touching them.
Make sure everyone is warned of what you are
doing.
Check the condition of the equipment before use.
If it shows signs of damage or excessive wear, return it to
your local HSS Hire Shop.
COSHH information sheets are available from your local
HSS Hire Shop.
For advice
on the safety and suitability of this
equipment
contact your local HSS Hire Shop.
There is a serious risk of personal injury
if you do
not
follow all instructions
laid down in this guide.
The hirer has a responsibility to ensure that all
necessary risk assessments have been completed
prior to the use of this equipment.
This equipment should only be used by an
operator who has been deemed competent to do
so by his/her employer.
This equipment should be used by an able bodied,
competent adult
who has read and understood these
instructions. Anyone with either a temporary or
permanent disability, should seek expert advice before
using it.
Keep children, animals and bystanders away from
the work area.
Cordon off a NO GO area using either
cones, barriers or tape, available for hire from your local
HSS Hire Shop.
Never use this equipment if you are ill,
feeling tired, or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
This equipment generates potentially harmful
noise levels.
To comply with health and safety at
work regulations,
ear defenders must be worn
by
everyone in the vicinity.
Ensure the work area is well lit and ventilated,
if in
doubt, ask about lighting and ventilation equipment at
your local HSS Hire Shop.
Do not work near flammable gases or liquids,
petrol
or paint thinner fumes for example
. Keep combustible
materials at a safe distance -
at least 5m.
Make sure you know how to switch this machine
OFF before you switch it ON
in case you get into
difficulty.
GENERAL SAFETY
Exhaust Danger
NEVER operate petrol engines indoors or in a
confined space.
The exhaust contains gases that can Kill.
Fuel Safety
NEVER refuel while the engine is hot or running.
Never smoke or allow naked lights into the area
while refuelling.
Never inhale fuel vapour.
ALWAYS mop up any spillage as quickly as possible,
and change your clothes if you get fuel on yourself.
ALWAYS store fuel in a purpose-made sealed
container, in a cool, safe place well away from the
work area.
Choke Lever
Fuel Tap Pull Start
Fuel Tank
Throttle
Idle
Run
Earth
Terminal
Ameter
240V
Socket
12V Terminals
12V Circuit
Breaker
Engine ON / OFF Switch
Choke
Lever
Pull Start
Fuel Level Guage
Fuel Tank
Earth
Terminal
Oil Alert
Lamp
Engine
ON / OFF Switch
240V Circuit
Breaker
12V Circuit
Breaker
240V
Socket
12V
Socket
Fuel
Tap
Engine
Oil Fill
650W Generator
750W Generator
625W Generator
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
GETTING STARTED
Keep the generator and other electrical equipment
dry at all times,
providing it with adequate shelter from
the weather. Operating in wet or very damp conditions
can be dangerous.
If powering equipment that requires an earth, have a
qualified electrician
connect the generator’s earth
terminal to an earthing point.
Always
turn OFF all electrical switches before
making or breaking connections
or servicing
equipment powered by the generator.
And
always turn OFF the generator’s engine when
not in use
and before servicing the engine itself.
Safety Cut-Outs
All HSS generators have circuit breakers that cut
OFF the power if the electrics become overloaded
(due to a fault in the generator or the equipment
being powered by it). If a circuit breaker trips,
unplug everything, then reset the switch to
restore the power.
Never start or stop the generator ‘on load’.
Always
switch OFF and unplug all equipment powered by it.
Keep power supply cables and leads out of harm’s
way.
Never trail them through water, over sharp edges
or where they could trip someone.
If appropriate,
connect the generator’s earth
terminal to an earthing point
using suitable cable.
Set the engines ON/OFF switch to ON, open the
fuel tap and set the choke -
fully closed if starting from
cold, half closed if the engine is warm.
If fitted, set the throttle control to ‘fast’,
two or three
brisk pulls on the starter cord, should now start
the engine.
Once the engine has warmed up, fully open the
choke,
and where applicable, reset the throttle to idling
speed.
Oil
Dipstick
Earth
Terminal
12V
Socket
Fuel
Tank
Pull
Start
Fuel
Tap
13A 230V
Socket
Engine ON/OFF Switch
Thermal
Cut Out
RUN CHOKE
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