Troy-Bilt 01919-1 - Manual (Page 4)

Section 1 : Safety Rules
WARNING ^CAUTION
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or
electric shock.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRSTO YOUR
GENERATOR
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
• Use approved spark plug tester.
• DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
^ WARNING
Running engines produce heat.Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
I50°F (65°C).
Severe burns can occur on contact.
Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush,
etc. can catch fire.
• DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• The generator must be at least 5 feet from structures having
combustible walls and/or other combustible materials.
• Keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides of generator for
adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.
• In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other
states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal
lands. If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester, it must be
maintained in effective working order.
Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury
and damage to generator.
Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.
DO NOT tamper v/ith governed speed. Generator supplies
correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed
speed.
DO NOT modify generator in any way.
CAUTION
Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can
damage generator and/or electrical devices connected
See “Don’t Overload Generator”.
Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting
electrical loads.
•
Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON for
operation.
:
Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator
. before stopping generator.
CAUTION
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and
shorten its life.
Use generator only for intended uses.
If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or call
1-888-611-6708.
Operate generator only on level surfaces.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt,
or corrosive vapors.
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect
them from generator. .
Shut off generator if;
-electrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.