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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following symbols are used throughout this manual
and on the generator:
Denotes risk of personal injury, loss of life or
damage to the generator in case of non-
observance of the instructions in this manual.
Denotes risk of electric shock.
Denotes the surface is hot to touch – take
care not to touch the engine case and the
exhaust.
Denotes emission of toxic exhaust gases.
Do not use in a poorly ventilated space.
Keep this manual with your generator at all times.
Make sure all users read it.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. It can get
caught in moving parts. Non-skid footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do
not operate the generator when tired or after taking
alcohol or prescription/ non-prescription drugs.
Concentrate.
Do not allow routine, which occurs when using the
generator frequently, to lead to mistakes. Avoid splashes
and spillages.
Before use understand all the controls.
Ensure that you understand all the controls and how
to bring the generator to an immediate stop.
Keep work area clean.
Cluttered areas invite injuries. Clean up any spillages
immediately.
Consider the work environment.
Keep work area well lit.
Keep children and pets away.
Do not let children or pets come into contact with the
generator, cables or work area.
Ensure appliances are switched off.
Before plugging an appliance into the generator, ensure
that the appliance switch is in the off position to avoid
unintentional starting.
Do not modify the generator.
Never attempt to modify this generator to perform in
any manner not intended by the manufacturer.
Ensure the generator has no missing
or damaged parts before use.
Never operate the generator with damaged, broken or
missing parts, or with any guards or covers removed.
Exhaust fumes can kill.
Exhaust fumes are highly poisonous Always operate
the generator outdoors with good ventilation.
Provide good ventilation for the generator.
Do not cover the generator with a cloth or plastic sheet
and it should be at least 3 feet (1m) away from buildings.
The generator requires a free air flow around the unit
for ventilation and air supply.
Lift the generator by the handle.
Keep the handle dry, clean and free of fuel and/or oil.
Store the generator away from
possible sources of ignition.
Such as gas-powered water heaters, clothes
dryers, or oil-fired furnaces, portable heaters, etc.
Avoid flammable materials and gases.
Do not operate where flammable materials are present
or around flammable liquids or gases. An explosion
and/or fire may result.
Keep the generator clean.
Always keep the engine free of debris build-up.
Do not touch hot surfaces.
DO NOT TOUCH or let your hands or body
come in contact with the hot exhaust, spark
plug wire or engine case.
Place the generator on level ground.
Always place your generator in a safe place on solid
level ground.
Maintain the generator.
The generator should be maintained in accordance
with the maintenance schedule. Never carry out repairs
or maintenance if you do not have the required level
of experience to perform the procedures competently.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Item
Remarks
DAILY
(Pre-
operation
check)
1st
MONTH
or 20 Hrs
3
MONTHS
or 50 Hrs
6
MONTHS
or
100 Hrs
Spark Plug
Check condition. Adjust gap and clean. Replace if necessary.
Air Filter
Clean, replace if necessary
Fuel Filter
Clean fuel cock and fuel tank filter. Replace if necessary.
Fuel Line
Check fuel hose for cracks or other damage. Replace if necessary.
Exhaust System
Check for leakage. Retighten or replace gasket if necessary.
Check exhaust screen. Clean/replace if necessary.
Carburettor
Check choke operation
Starting System
Check recoil starter operation
Fittings/Fasteners Check. Replace if necessary
Fig L.
Helpline: UK 08707 323023
ROI 1800 481 005
Helpline: UK 08707 323023
ROI 1800 481 005
