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Important Safety Rules
TRAINING AND INSTALLATION
WARNING:
1. Read the Operator’s Manual completely before attempting to use the generator. Serious injury or death can result if
safety instructions are not followed.
2. Do not allow anyone to operate the generator who has not read the Operator’s Manual or has not been instructed on
the safe use of the generator.
3. Never allow anyone under 16 years old or untrained adults operate the generator. Children 16 years and older must
be trained and supervised by a trained adult.
4. Read and follow all safety rules in the tractor’s Operator’s Manual.
5. Never operate in an enclosure or building. Fire or explosion will result.
6. Keep a fire extinguisher close by your generator and be familiar with how to use it. Consult your local fire department
for correct extinguisher type.
7. Always keep the generator and the area around the generator clean.
8. Never mount to a trailer that is not wide enough to handle operating torque. Trailer may tip and cause injury or death.
9. Never connect generator to another electrical system without a licensed electrician installed isolation transfer switch.
OPERATION
WARNING:
1. Before starting this generator, review the “Operation Instructions” section of this manual. Failure to follow these rules
may result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
2.
Always
provide adequate ventilation. Do not operate generator in any enclosed or narrow space. Tractors consume
oxygen and give off deadly carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can kill you.
3. Never operate the generator without proper guarding, including driveline guards and tractor and generator shields.
4. Always securely attach the driveline at both ends and keep the driveline guard from rotating freely on the driveline.
5.
Never operate the generator when the PTO driveline is at an angle greater than 15
°
either horizontally or vertically.
6.
Never operate the generator while wearing loose fitting clothing such as neckties, scarves, or untucked shirts.
7. ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD:
A. This generator is equipped with a grounding screw located on the generator frame. Always complete the
grounding path from the generator to a copper pipe/rod that is driven into moist earth to prevent electric shock.
B.
Always use grounded male plugs. The neutral line of the generator is mechanically grounded to the frame.
Matching NEMA male plugs must always be used. Electric shock could result.
C.
Always use electrical cords in good condition. Worn, bare, frayed or damaged cords can cause electric shock.
D.
Always use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in damp or highly electrical conductive areas and on
construction job sites to prevent electric shock.
E.
Never operate the generator, or handle any electrical equipment while standing in water, while barefoot, while
hands are wet or while in the rain or snow. Electric shock may result.
8.
Always
wear ear protection while operating generator.
9.
Never operate the generator under the following conditions:
A. Overheating in load connecting devices.
B. Sparking or arcs from generator.
C. Loss of electrical output.
D. Damaged receptacles.
E. Loose, broken, or missing parts.
F. Excessive vibration.
G. Enclosed compartments, or confined areas.
H. Flame or smoke.
I. Rain, snow, or wet conditions.
J. Operator non-attendance or without proper guarding in place.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
WARNING:
1. Refer to the “Maintenance and Storage” section of this manual for proper procedures.
2.
Always remove PTO driveline before working on the generator.
3. Clear debris from moving parts when the tractor is shut off. This will ensure the generator is in safe working condition.
4. Check that all nuts and bolts are tight to assure the generator is in safe working condition.
5. Make sure all guards and shields are replaced after maintenance is complete.
6. If a part needs replacement, only use parts that meet the manufacturer's specifications. Replacement parts that do not
meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the generator.
7. Never modify the generator in any way, modifications may create a safety hazard and result in serious injury.
