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9. MAINTENANCE
9.6 RISK OF FIRE
HAZARD
Attempting to fill the
fuel tank while the
engine is running.
Sparks, fire, hot objects
Improper storage of fuel
Tampering with factory
set engine speed
settings.
Inadequate ventilation
for generator
Overfilling the fuel tank
– fuel spillage.
WHAT COULD HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
Fuel and fuel vapours can become ignited
by coming in contact with hot components
such as the muffler, engine exhaust gases,
or from an electrical spark.
Cigarettes, sparks, fires, or other hot objects
can cause fuel or fuel vapours to ignite.
Improperly stored fuel could lead to
accidental ignition. Fuel improperly secured
could get into the hands of children or other
unqualified persons.
Engine speed has been factory set to
provide safe operation. Tampering with the
engine speed adjustment could result in
overheating of attachments and could cause
a fire.
Materials placed against or near the
generator or operating the generator in
areas where the temperature exceeds 40°C.
ambient (such as storage rooms or garages)
can interfere with its proper ventilation
features causing overheating and possible
ignition of the materials or buildings.
Spilled fuel and its vapours can become
ignited from hot surfaces or sparks.
Turn engine off and allow it to cool before
adding fuel to the tank. Equip area of
operation with a fire extinguisher certified
to handle gasoline or fuel fires.
Add fuel to tank in well ventilated area.
Make sure there are no sources of ignition
near the generator.
Store fuel in an approved container
designed to hold fuel. Store container in
secure location to prevent use by others.
Never attempt to “speed-up” the engine to
obtain more performance. Both the output
voltage and frequency will be thrown out
of standard by this practice, endangering
attachments and the user.
Operate generator in a clean, dry, well
ventilated area.
DO NOT OPERATE UNIT INDOORS OR IN
ANY CONFINED AREA.
Use care in filling the tank to avoid spilling
fuel. Make sure fuel cap is secured tightly
and check engine for fuel leaks before
starting engine. Move generator away from
refuelling area or any spillage before
starting engine. Allow for fuel expansion.
Never refuel with the engine running.
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