Safety Instructions; Preparing For Use - Homelite HL2500 El Manual Del Propietario

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER
For additional protection against the hazards of electrical shock
from defective attachments such as tools, cords and cables,
consider the use of a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter). The
GFCI is a device that interrupts electricity from either utility or a
generator by means of a special type of circuit breaker if a fault to
ground occurs. EXAMPLE: If a person is in contact with the
ground and touches a defective tool or bare wire from a damaged
cord set, he may receive an electrical shock. The GFCI would
sense this shock and interrupt the electrical supply before the
person is seriously injured.
A GFCI can be used with generators that have the neutral wire
internally grounded to the frame properly grounded to the earth.
The GFCI will not work on generators that do not have the neutral
grounded to the frame. Homelite generators have neutral wire
ground to frame.
WARNING
The GFCI may not function unless the generator is properly
grounded. Follow the correct grounding procedure specified
below.
Situations exist where the GFCI will not afford any protection
against the hazards of electrical shock. EXAMPLE: If a person
touches two or more conductors from a damaged cord set and is
not in direct contact with the ground, he may receive a shock.
Since there is no path to ground for a current to flow through, the
GFCI will not operate and serious injury may result.
The GFCI is merely an added safety precaution. There are no
substitutes for good safety precautions, correct electrical practic-
es and proper maintenance of cords, electrical equipment and
connections.
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR
The wing nut and ground terminal on the frame must always be
used to connect the generator to a suitable ground source. The
ground path should be made with #8 size wire. Connect the terminal
of the ground wire between the lock washer and the wing nut, and
tighten the wing nut fully. Connect the other end of the wire securely
to a suitable ground source.
The National Electric Code contains several practical ways in which
to establish a good ground source. Examples given below illustrate
a few of the ways in which a good ground source may be estab-
lished.

PREPARING FOR USE

ENGINE OIL
CAUTION
This engine crankcase is not filled with oil at the factory, so be
sure to fill it before operating the engine.
NOTE
When checking the oil be sure
the engine is level. Always
use a high quality detergent
oil with an API classification
of SE of SF. See engine man-
ual for specific recommenda-
tions on SAE viscosity grade,
oil capacities and oil change
intervals.
2 ©1998, John Deere Consumer Products, Inc.
NOTE:
TO CHECK OIL LEVEL:
OIL
LEVEL
OIL FILL PLUG
GROUNDING THE GENERATOR-Cont'd
A metal underground water pipe in direct contact with the earth for
at least 10 feet can be used as a grounding source. If an under-
ground pipe is unavailable, an 8 foot length of pipe or rod may be
used as the ground source. The pipe should be 3/4 inch trade size
or larger and the outer surface must be norcorrosive. If a steel or
iron rod is used it should be at least 5/8 inch diameter and if a
nonferrous rod is used it should be at least 1/2 inch diameter and
be listed as material for grounding. Drive the rod or pipe to a depth
of 8 feet. If a rock bottom is encountered less than 4 feet down, bury
the rod or pipe in a trench. All electrical tools and appliances
operated from this generator, must be properly grounded by use of
a third wire or be "Double Insulated". It is recommended that:
1. Use electrical devices with 3 prong power cords.
2. Use an extension cord with a 3 hole receptacle and a 3 prong
plus at opposite ends to ensure continuity of the ground
protection from the generator to appliance.
We strongly recommend that all applicable Federal, State and local
regulations relating to grounding specifications be checked and
adhered to.
LINE TRANSFER SWITCH
If this generator is used for standby service, it must have a transfer
switch between the utility power service and the generator. The
transfer switch not only prevents the utility power from feeding into
the generator, but it also prevents the generator from feeding out
into the utility company's lines. This is intended to protect a
serviceman who may be working on a damaged line. THIS INSTAL-
LATION SHOULD BE DONE BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN
AND ALL LOCAL CODES MUST BE FOLLOWED.
FUELING
Do not mix oil with gasoline.
RECOMMENDED FUEL: Use any gasoline intended for automo-
tive use. For normal use, purchase fuel that can be used in 30 days.
This will assure fuel freshness and volatility tailored to the season.
Consult engine operating and maintenance instructions for use of
oxygenated fuels.
WHEN FILLING TANK:
1. Clean area around fuel cap and loosen cap slowly. Rest the
cap on a clean surface.
2. Carefully put fuel into the tank, filling to approximately 1/4 inch
(5mm) of the top. Avoid spillage.
3. Immediately replace cap and hand tighten. Wipe up any fuel
spillage.
DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE IF GASOLINE IS SPILLED. AVOID
CREATING ANY IGNITION UNTIL THE GASOLINE HAS EVAP-
ORATED.