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ground to be filled.
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Keep nozzle in contact with portable container while filling. Manually
control the flow of fuel; do NOT use nozzle’s lock-open device.
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A portable container made of metal or conductive plastic is preferred
because it dissipates charge to ground more readily.
5) Clean up fuel spills /splashes immediately.
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If possible, move the generator
away from spilled fuel on the ground.
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Wipe up spilled fuel, and wait 5 minutes for excess fuel to evaporate
before starting engine.
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Fuel soaked rags are flammable and should be disposed of properly.
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If fuel is spilled on your skin or clothes, change clothes and wash skin
immediately.
6) Replace fuel cap securely before starting engine.
7) Store extra fuel in a cool, dry place in an UL-approved, tightly sealed
container.
IMPORTANT:
For continuous operation, be prepared to check and refuel the engine on a
regular basis.
A tank of fuel should last about 4 hours under 100% load,
and about 8 hours under 50% load.
Inspect Fuel
System / Check
for Leaks
Inspect fuel system & check for leaks BEFORE starting generator.
Do not start generator until all needed repairs have been completed.
WARNING:
Fuel leak hazard
Standard diesel fuel is combustible (with ethanol-diesel blends being nearly as
flammable as gasoline). Fuel leaks can result in fire. You can be burned and
seriously injured if the fuel system is not properly hooked up or there is a fuel
leak when you start the engine.
Inspect the entire fuel system.
Look for:
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signs of leaks or deterioration,
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chafed or spongy fuel hose,
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loose connections,
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loose or missing fuel hose clamps,
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a damaged fuel, or
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a defective fuel shut-off valve.
Personal
Protection
1) Hearing can be damaged from prolonged, close-range exposure to the type of
noise produced by this generator.
The use of ear plugs or other hearing
protection device is recommended
for persons working within 15-20 feet of
the running generator for an extended period of time.
2) Loose or dangling apparel can become entangled in moving parts. Metal
jewelry can conduct electricity.
Never wear jewelry or loose-fitting
clothing when starting or operating the generator.