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Do not touch the generator if you have wet hands.
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Do not operate the generator in wet conditions.
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Do not operate the generator near water.
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Never connect two generators together.
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Never connect the generator to any commercial power outlet.
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Make sure any extension cords used are in a safe condition and of sufficient capacity for
the task.
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Ensure that the load on the generator falls within its capacity as specified in the table
before plugging in any cords.
6.3 Fire and burn hazards
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The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials:
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keep the generator at least 1 meter away from buildings and other equipment during
operation.
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keep flammable materials away from the generator.
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The exhaust becomes very hot during operations and remains hot for a while after
stopping the engine:
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let the engine cool before storing the generator indoors.
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do not touch the hot exhaust with your hands.
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Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke
or allow flames or sparks where the generator is refueled or where gasoline is stored.
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Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may ignite after the engine has started. Make
sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before starting the generator.
7. USE
7.1 Before starting the generator
The generator ground terminal is connected to the frame of the generator, the metal non-
current-carrying parts of the generator, and the ground terminals of each receptacle. Before
using the ground terminal, consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector or local agency
having jurisdiction for local codes or ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator.
7.2 Fill and check fuel level (Fig. 2)
Use mixed petrol (1:50) only. You can use the fuel cap to measure the quantity of the 2-stroke oil.
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Remove any power cords
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Turn power switches off
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Do not overfill – do not fill above fuel filter top
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Always screw down fuel cap
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Clean up any spilled fuel
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Do not smoke while operating the generator
Always use caution!
7.3 Starting the generator (Fig. 1)
1)
Disconnect electric apparatus
2)
Turn on fuel tap (10).
3)
Turn on engine switch (2).