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1.4.10.5.
Never work on or near electricity with wet hands, wet clothing, and wet
gloves.
1.4.10.6.
Batteries present a risk if they become damage by the
possible leaking of electrolyte. This electrolyte is an acid and can cause serious
injuries. Care should be taken when working on or near them.
1.4.10.6.1.
Should you come into contact with acid you should;
1.4.10.6.1.1.
Remove all clothing contaminated with acid.
1.4.10.6.1.2.
Get medical assistance as soon as possible.
1.4.10.6.1.3.
Use fresh running water to wash off excess acid, continue this
until medical assistance arrives.
1.4.10.6.1.4.
If acid come into contact with Eyes the acid needs to be
immediately washed away. Make sure that you do not wash the acid to
another part of the face or body.
1.4.10.6.1.5.
Gasses from charging batteries are highly flammable and great
care should be taken to charge in well ventilated areas.
1.5.
Additional Safety guidelines’
1.5.1.
To prevent fire.
1.5.1.1.
Never add fuel to the fuel tank whilst the engine is running. Wipe away any
spilt fuel or oil with a clean cloth before operating. Keep explosives and any other
flammable products away from the machine at all times.
1.5.1.2.
To prevent fire and to provide adequate ventilation, keep the generator at
least one metre away from buildings and other equipment during operation.
1.5.1.3.
Operate the generator on level ground. - Do not place the generator indoors
whilst the engine is still hot.
1.5.2.
To prevent inhaling exhaust fumes.
1.5.2.1.
Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide which is harmful to health
and can kill.
1.5.2.2.
For this reason, never use the generator in a closed area or areas with poor
ventilation.
1.5.3.
To prevent burns.
1.5.3.1.
The muffler and the engine body becomes very hot whilst the engine is
running or just after running.
1.5.3.2.
To prevent any burns, do not touch these parts during these times.
1.5.4.
Electric Shocks, Short Circuits.
1.5.4.1.
To avoid electric shocks or short circuits, do not touch the generator if your
hands are wet.
1.5.4.2.
This generator is not waterproof and should not be used in an area which is
exposed to rain, snow or water sprays.
