Northern Industrial Tools 10000 BDG - Manual (Page 25)

Operation (cont’d)
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• Adjusting / repairing. Before working on the generator or engine, always turn off engine and remove
spark plug(s) or spark plug wire(s) to prevent accidental starting. Always discharge the capacitor before
working on the generator head to prevent electrical shock. (See Maintenance & Repair section of this
manual for instructions on how to do this.)
• Carbon monoxide poisoning. The running engine gives off carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can
kill you. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. Follow all instructions for site selection and
positioning the generator, and avoid inhaling the exhaust. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak, shut off
the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
• Electrical cords. Use only UL-listed, outdoor-rated, three prong extension cords of the proper size. All
extension and appliance cords must be in good condition and not worn, bare, frayed, or otherwise
damaged. Use of inadequate or damaged electric cords can cause electric shock or fire.
• GFCI extension cords. Always use ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)-equipped extension cords in
damp or highly electrical conductive areas and on construction jobsites to prevent electrical shock.
• Avoid contact. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals, connections, etc. while the unit is running.
• Wet conditions. Do not operate the generator or handle any electrical equipment while standing in water,
while barefoot, while hands are wet or while in the rain or snow. Electric shock may result.
• Electric shock accident. If an electric shock accident occurs, immediately shut down the source of
electrical power. If this is not possible, attempt to free the victim from the live conductor. Avoid direct
contact with victim. Use a nonconducting implement, such as a dry rope or board, to free the victim from
the live conductor. Apply first aid and get immediate medical help.
• Smoking/sparks. Never smoke near the running generator, and never operate near sources of sparks or
flames.
• Hot parts. Parts of the engine and generator are extremely hot during and after operation and can burn
you. Never touch hot muffler, hot exhaust manifold or any other part of the engine or generator unless
you have first determined if it is hot. Wait a sufficient time for parts to cool before touching any part of
the generator or engine.
• Moving parts. Keep hands, feet, and apparel away from drive belts, sheaves, couplings, fans, and other
moving parts. Never attempt to remove any guard or shield while the unit is operating.