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3 Safety Regulations
Connection prerequisites
The following prerequisites are to be met to connect the generator to the building's mains supply.
The generator must meet the prerequisites with regard to performance, voltage and frequency of the equipment.
The generator must be disconnected from the electric power supply.
Connections from the generator to the power supply system of a building must be established by a licensed electrician.
The electrical connections must meet all laws and electrical regulations.
WARNING
Prerequisites for safe operation are familiarity with the machine and proper training.
Machines that are incorrectly operated or that are operated by untrained personnel may pose a danger. Read through the operating instructions in this manual and in the engine manual to make yourself familiar with the job and the proper use of the operator's controls. Inexperienced operators must be instructed by personnel who are familiar with the machine before they are allowed to operate the machine.
3.4
Operator qualifications
Only trained personnel may start, operate and switch off the machine.
The personnel must also have the following qualifications: be trained in the correct operation of the machine be familiar with the necessary safety devices
Access to the machine and operation of the machine is not permitted for:
Children
People under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The following personal protective clothing (PPE) is to be worn when operating this machine:
Close-fitting work clothes that do not impede movement
Safety glasses with protective sides
Ear protection
Work shoes or boots with toe protection
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NEVER use generator near open containers of fuel, paint or other flammable liquids.
NEVER touch the generator or tools connected to it if you have wet hands.
NEVER use damaged power cables. Electric shock and major machine damage could occur.
NEVER place power cable below the generator or on vibrating or hot parts.
NEVER cover hot or running generator.
NEVER overload generator. The total amperage of the parts connected to the generator may not exceed the output limit.
NEVER operate the machine in snow, rain or standing water.
NEVER allow untrained personnel to operate or maintain the generator.
Familiarize yourself with the operation and shutdown before starting the generator.
ALWAYS store the machine properly when not in use. Store the machine in a clean dry place and keep it out of reach of children.
ALWAYS make sure that the machine is stable and cannot tip, roll, slide or fall during operation.
ALWAYS transport the generator in an upright position.
ALWAYS keep at least one meter distance from facilities, buildings or other machines while operating the machine.
ALWAYS keep the area immediately around and under the machine clean, tidy and free of grime and flammable materials. Check that there is also no grime above the machine that could fall onto or into the machine or the exhaust area.
ALWAYS keep all tools, power cables and other loose objects away from the generator before starting.
Do NOT ground this generator.
If more than one electronic device is connected to the generator, the additional connected electronic equipment must be connected to the generator via an isolating transformer or a suitable FI switch (PRCD), whereby each additional electronic device must be operated via a separate isolating transformer or PRCD.
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Generator vibration
Generators vibrate during normal operation. Check during and after use of the generator whether the generator or the extension cord and power cable show damage due to vibration.
Repair any damage as needed or replace the parts affected.
Do not use any plugs or cables that show signs of damage, such as damaged or cracked insulation or blades.
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