Multiquip A.C. Generator Used with MLT Series Modular Light Towers KD6 User Manual
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PAGE 8 —KD1800/KD6 A.C. GENERATOR— PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/16/05)
KD1800/KD6 — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
CAUTION:
Failure to follow instructions in this manual may
lead to serious injury or even death! This
equipment is to be operated by trained and
qualified personnel only! This equipment is
for industrial use only.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the KD1800/KD6 6 KW AC
Generator:
GENERAL SAFETY
■ DO NOT operate or service this equipment
before reading this entire manual.
■ This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18
years of age.
■ NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective
clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel-toed boots and other
protective devices required by the job.
■ NEVER operate this equipment when not
feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking
medicine.
■ NEVER operate this equipment under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.
■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not
recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to
the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
■ Manufacture does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications.
■ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.
■ ALWAYS check the machine for loosened threads or bolts
before starting.
■ ALWAYS use extreme caution when
working with flammable liquids. When
refueling, stop the engine and allow it
to cool.
■ NEVER
smoke
around or near the
machine. Fire or explosion could result from
fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot
engine.
■ NEVER operate the generator in an explosive atmosphere or
near combustible materials. An explosion or fire could result
causing severe
bodily harm or even death.
■ Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it tends to spill fuel.
■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust
manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow
these parts to cool before servicing
engine or generator.
■ The engine of this generator requires an adequate free flow
of cooling air. NEVER operate the generator in any enclosed
or narrow area where free
flow of the air is restricted.
If the air flow is restricted it
will cause serious damage
to the generator engine
and may cause injury to
people. Remember the
generator's engine gives
off
DEADLY
carbon
monoxide gas.
■ High Temperatures – Allow the engine to cool before adding
fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact
with
hot
components can cause serious burns.
■ ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.