Operation (cont’d)
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WARNING: Burn hazard
Never open oil port while generator is running. Hot oil can spray over
face and body.
IMPORTANT:
Under long, continuous-run operating conditions, be prepared to:
•
Check gear oil level daily.
•
Change gear oil monthly (see instructions in “Maintenance & Repair”
section of this manual).
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 and long hair can become quickly entangled in
moving/rotating parts. Metal jewelry can conduct electricity.
Never wear
jewelry or loose-fitting clothing
such as neckties, scarves, or long-sleeved
or untucked shirts
when starting or adjusting the generator
.
Tie back and
secure hair
close to the head.
3. Connecting to the Tractor
Follow the instructions in this section to connect the generator to the tractor’s PTO via a
driveline shaft
(purchased separately).
Acquire PTO
driveline shaft
Acquire a synchronized 1-3/8”, 6 spline PTO driveline rated at 24 HP
minimum.
A suitable PTO driveline, available from Northern Tool (
Item #165936
),
includes the following advanced safety features:
•
A telescoping shaft
o
to provide flexible accommodation of mounting distance between
tractor and generator
o
to allow for dynamic compression and stretching while turning or
driving a trailer-mounted generator over uneven ground.
•
Protrusion-free end yokes with slide collars that lock into place.
•
An internal cable stop to prevent separation of driveline halves.
•
A non-rotating tubular shaft guard with anchoring chain, plus shield cones
that cover the rotating yokes with a 2” overlap
•
Grease zerks to allow for proper lubrication of driveline joints.
It is strongly recommended that any driveline utilized have these safety
features.
