John Deere PR-G7500M Portable Generator User Manual


 
8 Operator’s Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY,
READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL COMPLETELY
BEFORE USING. WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT, THE
FOLLOWING BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE FOLLOWED:
1. Read all the instructions before using the product.
2. This product is equipped with a Ground Fault CircuitInterrupter
(GFCI) in the power cord to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
If replacement of the plug or cord is needed, use only identical
replacement parts.
3. Do not allow children or untrained persons to operate the
generator.
4. Do not operate the generator when fatigued or under the inuence
of drugs or chemicals. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
5. Follow the maintenance instructions specied in this manual.
6. When starting the generator, using recoil starter grip, be sure
that nothing is in a position to be hit by the operator’s hand or
arm.
7. Be sure the switch on electric power tools is in the “OFF” position
before plugging them into the generator.
8. Keep the immediate area free of all bystanders.
9. Be sure each person who operates this generator is properly
instructed in its safe operation.
10. Do not operate the generator or any electrical tool in any area
where water or similar materials constitute an electrical hazard
to the operator. Do not operate on wet surfaces, in rain or in
snow.
11. Always be sure that the generator is on secure footing so that
it cannot slide or shift around, endangering workers.
12. Avoid contacting the hot exhaust manifold, mufer or cylinder(s).
Keep clear of all rotating parts.
13. Unless the tool or appliance is double insulated, it must
be grounded through a properly grounded receptacle. (See
Preparing the Generator, Grounding Instructions). Tools and
appliances which have 3 prong plugs must be plugged into
extension cords and electrical receptacles with 3 holes. Before
operating any electrical item, be sure it is in good repair.
14. Follow instructions in this manual when testing Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter to insure reliable operation.
15. Beware of using this equipment in conned spaces. Conned
spaces, without sufcient fresh air ventilation, can contain
dangerous gases. Running gasoline engines in such environments
can lead to deadly explosions and/or asphyxiation.
16. If your generator comes equipped with a transport dolly, make
sure this unit is secure during operation and when transporting
to prevent unexpected movement or rolling.
17. Use extreme caution when lifting this generator. Do not use
dolly handles to lift this generator, use only designated lifting
hook to lift this generator. This generator is heavy so proper
lifting techniques should be used.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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