Navigator NG2500, Owner'S Manual

Page: 7 / 30

Page 04
WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
•
DO NOT
tip engine or equipment at angle
which causes fuel to spill.
DO NOT stop engine by moving choke
control to “Start” position.
•
•
WHEN TRANSPORTING, MOVING
OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
Transport/move/repair with fuel tank
EMPTY or with fuel shutoff valve OFF.
•
•
DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle
which causes fuel to spill.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
•
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT
WITH FUEL IN TANK
•
WARNING
Generator voltage could cause
electrical shock or burn resulting
in death or serious injury.
•
WARNING
•
•
NEVER
start or stop engine with electrical
devices plugged in and turned on.
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive which could cause burns, fire,
or explosion resulting in death or serious
injury and/or property damage.
WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL
Turn generator engine OFF and let it cool at
least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap.
Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.
Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
•
•
DO NOT
overfill tank. Allow space for fuel
expansion.
If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before
starting engine.
•
Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames,
pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.
Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings
frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if
necessary.
DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
•
•
•
•
WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT
Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air
cleaner are in place.
•
DO NOT
crank engine with spark plug
removed.
•
Use approved transfer equipment, suitable
for the intended use, to prevent backfeed by
isolating generator from electric utility
workers.
English
When using generator for backup power,
notify utility company.
Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
in any damp or highly conductive area,
such as metal decking or steel work.
DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
•
•
•
•
•
•
DO NOT use generator with electrical cords
which are worn, frayed, bare or otherwise
damaged.
DO NOT operate generator in the rain or
wet weather.
DO NOT handle generator or electrical
cords while standing in water, while
barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet.