Lincoln Electric BULLDOG IM10074 - Manual (Page 9)

A-2 INSTALLATION
BULLDOG™ 5500
A-2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read this entire installation section before you
start installation.
Do not attempt to use this equipment until you
have thoroughly read all the operation and mainte-
nance manuals supplied with your machine. They
include important safety precautions; detailed
engine starting, operating, and maintenance
instructions; and parts lists.
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ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch electrically live parts
or electrodes with your skin or
wet clothing.
• Insulate yourself from the work
and ground.
•Always wear dry insulating gloves.
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ENGINE EXHAUST can kill.
• Use in open, well ventilated
areas or vent exhaust to the out-
side.
• Do not stack anything on or near
the engine.
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MOVING PARTS can injure.
• Do not operate this equipment
with any of its doors open or
guards off.
• Stop the engine before servic-
ing it.
• Keep away from moving parts.
Only qualified personnel should install, use, or service
this equipment.
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LOCATION AND VENTILATION
Whenever you use the BULLDOG™ 5500, be sure
that clean cooling air can flow through the machineʼs
gasoline engine and the generator. Avoid dusty, dirty
areas. Also, keep the machine away from heat
sources. Do not place the back end of the generator
anywhere near hot engine exhaust from another
machine. And of course, make sure that engine
exhaust is ventilated to an open, outside area.
The BULLDOG™ 5500 must be used outdoors. Do
not set the machine in puddles or otherwise submerge
it in water. Such practices pose safety hazards and
cause improper operation and corrosion of parts.
Always operate the BULLDOG™ 5500 with the case
roof on and all machine components completely
assembled. This will protect you from the dangers of
moving parts, hot metal surfaces, and live electrical
devices.
STORING
1. Store the machine in a cool, dry place when itʼs
not in use. Protect it from dust and dirt. Keep it
where it canʼt be accidentally damaged from con-
struction activities, moving vehicles, and other
hazards.
2. If you will be storing the machine for over 30 days,
you should drain the fuel to protect fuel system
and carburetor parts from gum deposits. Empty
all fuel from the tank and run the engine until it
stops from lack of fuel.
3. You can store the machine for up to 24 months if
you use a gasoline stabilizing additive in the fuel
system. Mix the additive with the fuel in the tank
and run the engine for a short time to circulate the
additive through the carburetor.
4. While the engine is still warm, drain the oil and
refill with fresh oil per the engine manual.
5. Remove the spark plug and pour approximately
1/2 ounce (15 ml) of engine oil into the cylinder.
Replace the spark plug and crank the engine
slowly to distribute the oil.
6. Clean any dirt and debris from the cylinder and
cylinder head fins and housing, rotating screen,
and muffler areas.
7. Store in a clean, dry area.
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