Use and Care Manual

1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 Save These Instructions
This manual contains important instructions for the generator set that should be followed during
the operation and maintenance of the generator and batteries.
Thoroughly read this manual before operating the generator set. Safe operation and top
performance can only be obtained when equipment is properly operated and maintained.
The following symbols in this manual alert you to potential hazards to the operator, service
person and equipment.
DANGER
Alerts you to an immediate hazard that will result in severe personal injury or
death.
WARNING
Alerts you to a hazard or unsafe practice that can result in severe personal injury or
death.
CAUTION
Alerts you to a hazard or unsafe practice that can result in personal injury or equipment
damage.
1.2 General Precautions
• Keep ABC fire extinguishers handy.
• Make sure all fasteners are secure and torqued properly.
• Keep the generator set and its compartment clean. Do not store any items in the genset
compartment.
• Excess oil, oily rags (etc.) can catch fire.
• Dirt and gear stowed in the compartment will restrict cooling air flow.
• Before working on the generator set, move the Stop Switch (S2) to the Stop position,
disconnect the remote harness (P7) to disable the ATS mounted charger and then remove
the negative (-) battery cable to prevent starting.
• Use caution when making adjustments while the generator set is running, hot, moving or
when parts are electrically live, as all situations may cause personal injury or death.
• Used engine oil has been identified by some state and federal agencies as causing cancer
or reproductive toxicity. Do not ingest, inhale or come into contact with used oil or it's
vapors.
• Do not work on the generator set when mentally or physically fatigued or after consuming
alcohol or drugs.
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