Operation (cont’d)
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2. Preparing for Operation
Mount
generator
Make sure the generator is mounted in accordance with instructions given
in “Installation / Initial Set-up section, Step 5: Mounting the Generator” of
this manual.
WARNING:
Always ensure generator is properly mounted to prevent it from flipping
during use, which could cause equipment damage and injury to nearby
persons.
Position
generator
Position tractor and generator in accordance with the instructions given in
“Installation / Initial Set-up section, Step 4: Select a Suitable Site” of this
manual.
Operate outside only, on dry, level ground with adequate clearance and
ventilation. Apply parking brake, and block trailer wheels if generator is trailer-
mounted.
WARNING: Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard
The tractor engine gives off carbon monoxide exhaust, a poisonous gas
that can kill. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. ONLY run
generator OUTDOORS and away from air intakes. NEVER run tractor
and generator inside any enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces, including
homes, garages, basements, sheds, boxes, pick-up truck beds, RVs, or
boats. These spaces can trap poisonous gases, EVEN if you run a fan or
open windows.
Ground
generator
Make sure the generator is grounded in accordance with instructions given
in “Installation / Initial Set-up section, Step 6: Grounding the Generator” of
this manual.
WARNING: Electric shock hazard
Always ensure generator is properly grounded to prevent electrical shock.
IMPORTANT:
The generator must be grounded every time it is moved.
Perform
regular
maintenance
Make sure that any regular maintenance has been performed as prescribed
in this manual in the “Maintenance & Repair”
section.
Check/add oil
Check the gear box oil level and add oil as needed.
1. First time use only: If you have not already done so, remove the temporary
shipping plug from the top of the gearbox and replace with the metal
breather/oil fill plug that is in the manual bag.
2. Check oil level using the sight mounted on the gearbox. When oil level is
even with the red dot, the oil level is correct.
3. If oil needs to be added, remove the filler/breather plug at the top of the
gearbox. Use SAE 90W gear oil to refill so that oil level is even with the
red dot. Do not overfill. Overfilling can cause the oil to overheat and cause
damage to generator.
