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SAFeTY
Before attempting to operate this generator the
following basic safety precautions should be
taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury. It is important to read the
instruction manual and to understand applications,
limitations and potential hazards associated with
this generator. It is important that you read,
understand and follow these instructions very
carefully. They are designed for the safety of
yourself and others ensuring a long and trouble
free service life from your generator. This
generator is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
opeRATiNg eNViRoNMeNT
ALWAYS use your generator in an open well
ventilated area. Do not expose your generator
to rain or use in damp or wet locations. Do
not expose your generator to direct sunlight.
Keep the work area well lit. Do not use your
generator in areas where there is a risk of
explosion or fire from combustible materials,
flammable liquids, paint, varnish, petrol, etc
flammable gases and dust of an explosive
nature. As a precaution it is recommended that
you consult an expert on selecting and using a
suitable fire extinguisher and have it available
for use in an emergency when operating the
generator.
gUARd AgAiNST elecTRic SHock
Never touch the generator with wet or damp
hands as electric shock may occur. Always ensure
your generator is connected to ground, i.e.
Earthed with the supplied earth stake,
see page 13.
BeWARe oF cHildReN & peTS
Children and pets should be kept out of the
operating area. Children should not be allowed
to touch or operate generators or touch extension
cords. All generators should be kept out of
reach of children. When NOT in use keep the
generator preferably stored or locked in a secure
well ventilated cabinet or room with the fuel tank
empty.
SelecT A geNeRAToR WiTH A
SUFFicieNT RATiNg
Select the right generator for the job. Do not
use a generator to do a job for which it was not
designed. Do not force a small generator to do
the job of a heavy duty generator. Any damage
caused by overloading will void the warranty. Do
not use generators for purposes not intended.
pRoTecT poWeR leAdS
FRoM dAMAge
Always disconnect power cords from a power
supply socket by pulling the plug. Never pull
on the cord. Keep the power lead away from
heat, oil, solvents and sharp edges. If a power
lead becomes damaged have it replaced by an
authorised service facility.
FUel
Fuel used in this generator is poisonous. Always
wear approved breathing protection when
decanting fuel. If you get any fuel on your skin
or clothes wash the affected area immediately
with soap and water and change your clothes. If
you get fuel in your eyes wash immediately with
clean water and seek medical attention. If any
fuel is swallowed DO NOT induce vomiting, seek
immediate medical attention.
HoT coMpoNeNTS
Beware many of the components will get hot
during use. Never touch any of the metal pipes,
pump or motor as these may burn.