Safety Warnings For Power Generators; Fuel Handling - PRETUL GEN-10P Manual

Safety Warnings for
power Generators
Electricity Handling
WARNING • Electric generators produce tension
that could be dangerous. If the generator is not insulated
from other electric installations, people using them may
be severely injured or die due to an electric shock.
WARNING • The generator shall not be connected
to other energy sources, such as the power supply
company. Under emergency when is strictly necessary to
be connected to those energy sources, only a certified
electrician shall carry out connections taking into account
the differences between the power supply and the
generator technical specifications.
CAUTION
• Protection against electric shock
depends on the circuit breakers are specially
homogenized for the generator. If the circuit breakers
must be replaced, go to a
Service Center.
CAUTION • Alternate current connections within
the electric system shall be carried out by a certified
electrician complying with the applicable electric
standards or codes.
• Inadequate connections may
WARNING
generate an electric discharge towards the outlet lines.
It can electrocute the consumers using the electric circuits
and even third parties that could touch the lines during a
blackout. When electricity is restored, the generator
could explode, burn or cause fires.
• Ground the generator properly before starting up.
• The generator can produce energy and work safely
within the following conditions: altitude lower than
4920 ft, in ambient temperature between 41 °F and
104 °F and with 90% relative humidity.
Before Operating the Generator
CAUTION
• Teach yourself to quickly turn OFF the
generator. Learn the function of all the controls.
• To adequately ventilate the generator, keep at least 2
feet free space around the generator.
• Set the generator in a firm and leveled surface: avoid
sandy or snowed surfaces. If the generator overturns or
tilts, fuel could spill out or dust or water could enter into
the equipment.
• Do not connect any device OFF. Connect the devices
after setting them ON.
• In the event of any difficulty or you have questions
about the generator, see a
Authorized Service Center.

Fuel Handling

• Never smoke neither close to the generator
nor in the gasoline supply zone or when
operating the generator.
• To reduce the risk of fire or burns handle fuel with
care. It is extremely flammable.
• Do not allow gasoline or oil making contact with your
skin.
• Protect your eyes to prevent gasoline and oil spills. In
the event of accidental contact, wash immediately with
clean water. If irritation persist, go to a physician.
• Store fuel in a container specially designed for that
purpose.
WARNING
OFF the motor, set it in clear ground and wait for the
Authorized motor to cool down.
CAUTION
generator before operating.
CAUTION
the case, correct the leaks before using the generator to
prevent fire or injuries by burns.
• Under no circumstance burn spilled fuel to eliminate it.
• For no reason at all use any other type of fuel than the
one specified in the Manual.
• Before refueling the generator, turn
• Wipe clean all the fuel spilled on the
• Double check for fuel leaks. If that is
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