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A STEELFORT PRODUCT | STEELFORT.CO.NZ
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Empty the fuel tank before storing or
transporting the generator. Keep fire
extinguisher handy at all times.
BATTERY
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Lithium battery is maintenance free, if you have
any question, please contact a local authorised
dealer.
HOT SURFACE
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Running the generator will produce heat and
severe burns may occur upon contact. DO NOT
touch the engine while under operation or just
after stopping the unit.
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Avoid contact with hot exhaust gases and or
hot surfaces.
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Maintain at least 1m of clearance on all sides
to ensure adequate cooling. Combustible
material can catch fire upon contact. Maintain
at least 3m of clearance from combustible
materials.
MOVING PARTS
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Moving parts can cause severe injury. Keep
hands and feet away from the unit.
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DO NOT operate engine with covers, shrouds,
or guards removed.
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DO NOT wear loose-fitted clothing, dangling
drawstrings or items that could become caught
or entangled.
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Tie up long hair and remove jewelry. The
moving parts may catch operator’s hand, feet,
hair and or loose clothing resulting in serious
injury.
GENERAL WARNINGS
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Before use, check for loose or damaged parts,
signs of oil or fuel leaks, and any other
condition that may impact operation.
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Repair or replace all damaged and or defective
parts immediately.
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Locate all operating controls and safety labels.
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Make sure all the safety instructions are in
correct working condition.
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Operate only on level surfaces.
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DO NOT expose the generator to excessive
moisture, dust, and or dirt.
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Keep all safety guards in place and in proper
working order at all times.
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DO NOT allow any material to block the cooling
slots.
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DO NOT allow children or untrained people to
operate the unit.
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DO NOT leave the generator unattended when
it is in operation. Always turn off the generator
prior to leaving the area.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
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The generator produces powerful voltage and
the electricity and can be dangerous and cause
serious life threatening injuries if an electric
shock is received.
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Please ensure that the unit is properly
connected to an appropriate ground to help
prevent electric shocks.
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Failure to properly ground the unit can result
in electrocution, especially if the generator
is equipped with a wheel kit. Consult an
electrician for local grounding requirements.
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Installation should be performed by a certified
electrician. Improper Installation could result in
serious injury.
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To reduce the risk of electric shocks. DO NOT
use electrical cords that are worn, frayed, bare
or otherwise damaged.
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DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
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DO NOT operate the unit in wet weather.
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Keep the generator dry and DO NOT handle
generator or electrical cords while standing in
water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet
are wet.
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Keep children or pets away.
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DO NOT plug the unit into a building electrical
system without the proper use and installation
of a transfer switch installed by a qualified
electrician.
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When using the generator for backup power,
notify your utility company.
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Use approved transfers to isolate generator
from electric utility.
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Failure to isolate the unit from the power utility
could result in serious injury to the staff and
utility workers due to back-feed of electrical
energy.
