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KD1800/KD6 A.C. GENERATOR — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/16/05) — PAGE 9
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DO NOT operate or service this equipment before reading
this entire manual.
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This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18
years of age.
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NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective
clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel-toed boots and other
protective devices required by the job.
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This generator is a source of providing LETHAL high voltages.
NEVER permit unqualified personnel-especially children to
operate the generator.
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ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.
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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 flames or sparks, or if fuel is spilled on a hot
engine.
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This generator is equipped with a
ground terminal
for your
protection. ALWAYS complete the grounding path from the
generator to an external grounding source.
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NEVER operate this generator, or handle any electrical
equipment while standing in
water, while bare foot, while
hands are wet, or in the rain. Dangerous electrical shock
could occur causing severe bodily harm or even death.
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Keep electrical cords in good condition. Worn, bare or frayed
wiring can cause electrical shock, thus causing
bodily harm
or even death.
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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.
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NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, muffler or cylinder.
Allow these parts to cool before servicing generator.
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Provide adequate ventilation when operating the generator.
DO NOT operate the generator in any enclosed or narrow
space. The gasoline engine that provides power to the
generator gives off DEADLY monoxide gas.
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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.
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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.
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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.
CAUTION:
Emergencies
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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
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NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running
machine.
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ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool
before servicing.
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Keep the machinery in proper running condition.
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Fix damage to the machine immediately and always replace
broken parts.
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Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially
hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.
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DO NOT use plastic containers to dispose of hazardous
waste.
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DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.
KD1800/KD6 — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION