North Star 8000 IPG - Manual (Page 34)

Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation
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This section provides a summary of the various safety procedures and measures that have been
presented throughout the manual. Keep this summary handy and refer to it to refresh your
memory about how to safely use your generator.
WARNING
Carefully read and make sure you understand the following safety information before using
the generator. Improper use or maintenance of the generator can result in serious injury or
death
from carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock, fire/explosion, or burns.
General
• Read manual. Read this Owner’s Manual and the engine Owner’s Manual completely before attempting to
set-up and use the generator . Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not followed.
• Instruct operators. The generator owner must instruct all operators in safe generator set-up and operation.
Do not allow anyone to operate the generator who has not read the Owner’s Manual and been instructed on its
safe use.
• Adults only. Only trained adults should set up and operate the generator. Do not let children operate.
• Under the influence. Never operate, or let anyone else operate, the generator while under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Intended use. Carefully read about and understand the intended use of this generator. Do not use for other
purposes, as unforeseen hazards or equipment damage may result.
Prohibition Against Modifications
Never modify or alter the generator in any way. Modifications can create serious safety hazards and will also
void the warranty.
• Engine speed. Never attempt to modify the engine speed setting. The engine speed is preset at 3600 RPM for
safe and optimal performance of the generator. If speed needs adjusting, it must be done by factory-
authorized personnel.
• Fuel/exhaust system. Never modify the exhaust system, fuel tanks, or fuel lines. Carbon monoxide
poisoning, fire, or explosion could result.
• Guards. Do not operate generator unless all guards and cover shields, which prevent access to moving parts
and pinch points, are in place. Failure to guard the power transmission mechanisms may result in serious
injury or death.
Safety – Installation & Set-up
Battery Safety
Batteries are hazardous because they contain caustic acid, can emit explosive gases, and can cause electric
shock. Caution must be exercised when making connections to a battery to avoid shock and contact with the
acid, and to prevent any sparking that could lead to an explosion. Follow safety rules carefully when
connecting battery to generator:
• Eye/skin protection. Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when connecting or disconnecting
battery.
• Sparks/Smoking. Never smoke or work near sparks or other sources of ignition.
• Electric shock. Never touch both battery terminals at the same time with your hand or any non-insulated
tools.
• Connection/disconnection sequence. ALWAYS connect and disconnect cables to the correct battery
terminals in the proper sequence:
o
When CONNECTING the battery, connect the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal FIRST.
o When DISCONNECTING the battery, disconnect the BLACK cable from the NEGATIVE terminal
FIRST
• Acid/skin contact. If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, flush immediately with water and neutralize
with baking soda.