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OPERATION
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4. Check oil level daily or after every eight (8) hours of
operation.
5. Maintain generator following “Maintenance Schedule”
in engine operator’s manual.
6. Shelter unit from elements.
Creating a Temporary Shelter
1. In an emergency, use the original shipping carton.
2. Cut off top carton flaps and one long side of carton
to expose muffler side of unit. If required, tape up
other sides of carton to fit over generator as shown
in Figure 4.
NOTE: If required, remove wheel kit to fit carton over
generator as shown in Figure 4.
3. Cut appropriate slots to access receptacles of unit.
4. Face exposed end away from wind and elements.
5. Locate generator as described in the section
“Generator Location”. Keep exhaust gas from
entering a confined area through windows, doors,
ventilation intakes or other openings.
6. Start generator as described in the section “Starting
the Engine”, then place carton over generator. Keep
at least 1.5 m (5 ft.) clearance on all sides of
generator including overhead with shelter in place.
7. Remove shelter when temperatures are above 4°C
[40°F].
8. Turn engine OFF and let cool two (2) minutes before
refueling.Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Creating a Permanent Shelter
1. Build a structure that will enclose three sides and
the top of the generator, making sure muffler side of
generator is exposed.
NOTE: Structure should hold enough heat created by
the generator to prevent icing problem.
2. DO NOT enclose generator any more than shown
in Figure 4.
NOTE: If a wheel kit is installed on the generator,
enlarge shelter accordingly.
3. Follow steps 3 through 8 as described previously in
“Creating a Temporary Shelter”.
Figure 4 — Permanent Cold Weather Shelter
Wind
• Operate generator ONLY outdoors.
• Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.
• DO NOT operate generator inside any building or
enclosure (even if doors or windows are open), including
the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV).
Running generator gives off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea,
fainting or death.
WARNING
• DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• Keep at least 1.5 m (5 ft.) clearance on all sides of
generator including overhead.
• Remove shelter when temperatures are above 4°C [40°F].
Running engines produce heat.Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
65°C (150°F).
Severe burns can occur on contact.
Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damage petrol tank causing a fire.
WARNING