Multiquip GA-6HZ - Manual (Page 6)

PAGE 6 — GA-6HZ A.C. GENERATOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #4 (10/08/04)
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 GA-6HZRGenerator:
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.
■ This generator is a source of potentially LETHAL high voltage.
Never permit unqualified personnel-especially children to
operate the generator.
■ Always refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks and
open flames.
■ Always use extreme caution when working with flammable
liquids. When refueling, stop the engine and allow it to cool.
DO NOT smoke around or near the machine. Fire or explosion
could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot
engine.
■ This generator is equipped with a
ground terminal for your
protection. Always complete the grounding path from the
generator to an external grounding source.
■ NEVER operate this generator, or handle any electrical
equipment while standing in water, while bare foot, while
hands are wet, or in the rain. Electrical shock could occur
causing severe bodily harm or even death.
■ Keep electrical cords in good condition. Worn, bare or frayed
wiring can cause electrical shock, leading to bodily harm or
even death.
■ 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 and may cause
injury to people.
■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, muffler or cylinder.
Allow these parts to cool before servicing generator.
■ Provide adequate ventilation when operating the generator.
DO NOT operate the generator in any enclosed or narrow
space. The generator's gasoline engine gives off DEADLY
carbon monoxide gas.
■ 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.
■ Always make sure that the generator is secure on level ground
so that it cannot slide or shift around, endangering workers.
Also keep the immediate area free of bystanders.
■ When using a concrete vibrator or a similar device that is
immersed in a water based solution, make sure the device is
equipped with short circuit protection.
■ Always use rubber boots and gloves when operating a
concrete vibrator or similar device.
■ Use adequate size connecting cable for extension.
■ Maintain electrical cords in good condition and frequently
replace the entire cable of the concrete vibrator with a new
one.
■ High Temperatures – Allow the machine and engine to cool
before adding fuel or performing service and maintenance
functions. Contact with
hot components can cause serious
burns.
Emergencies
■ Always know the location of the nearest
fire extinguisher
and first aid kit . Know the location of the nearest telephone.
Also know the phone numbers of the nearest ambulance ,
doctor and fire department . This information will be
invaluable in the case of an emergency.
Maintenance Safety
■ NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running
machine.
■ Always allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool
before servicing.
■ Keep the machinery in proper running condition.
■ Fix damage to the machine immediately and always replace
broken parts.
■ Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially
hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.
■ DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of
hazardous waste.
■ DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source