Safety
GENERAL SAFETY
Always follow National and Local electrical codes pertain-
ing to generators. All local and national codes supersede
rules or information provided in this manual.
REFER TO LOCAL AND NATIONAL
WARNING
ELECTRICAL CODES TO DETER-
MINE GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS AS THIS CAN
VARY PER APPLICATION. THE GENERATOR IS
GROUNDED INTERNALLY NEUTRAL TO FRAME.
WHERE APPLICATIONS REQUIRE EXTERNAL
GROUNDING, A CONNECTION MUST BE MADE
FROM THE GENERATOR TO A SOLID EARTH
GROUND. A CONTINUOUS LENGTH OF SPLICE-
FREE COPPER CABLE, NO SMALLER THAN 6 AWG,
SHALL BE USED FOR THE CONDUCTOR.
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When moving or transporting this generator, take proper
precautions to avoid fuel spillage. Further, always use
common sense when lifting this generator. An adequate
number of people and proper lifting methods must be
used.
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Do not cover the generator while it is running or immedi-
ately after shutdown. Always allow time to cool down
before covering.
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Do not operate this generator unless it is in good mechani-
cal and electrical condition.
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Always keep hands, body parts, hair and clothing well
away from the rotating parts of the generator.
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Do not start this generator with connected devices turned
"ON". Always make sure that connected devices are dis-
connected from the generator or turned "OFF" before start-
ing the generator.
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Generators operating on job or construction sites may be
required to have GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters)
receptacles.
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Use only grounded extension cords in good condition and
make sure that the wire size within the extension cords is
of sufficient size to safely carry the surge output of the out-
let the cord is plugged into.
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Never handle extension cords or electrical circuits if stand-
ing in water or if standing in a damp area.
RISK OF BODILY INJURY
KEEP HANDS, BODY PARTS, HAIR
WARNING
AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM THE
"HOT" PARTS OF THE GENERATOR SET DURING
AND AFTER OPERATION. THE EXHAUST SYSTEM,
AND THE GENERATOR IN GENERAL, CAN REMAIN
VERY HOT EVEN AFTER BEING SHUT DOWN.
DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE
WARNING
ENGINE-GOVERNED SPEED. THE
GENERATOR OPERATES AT A NOMINAL SPEED OF
3600 RPM. INCREASES IN SPEED OVER THE 3600
RPM NOMINAL WILL INCREASE THE CHANCE OF
PERSONAL INJURY DUE TO ROTATIONAL
STRESSES ON THE ROTATING MEMBERS. OPERA-
TION OF THE GENERATOR AT SPEEDS BELOW THE
NOMINAL 3600 RPM COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO
THE GENERATOR OR DRIVEN APPARATUS DUE TO
LOW VOLTAGE OUTPUT.
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BATTERY SAFETY
STORAGE BATTERIES PRODUCE
WARNING
AND RELEASE EXPLOSIVE
HYDROGEN GAS WHEN CHARGING. THE SLIGHT-
EST SPARK, FLAME OR BURNING ASH CAN IGNITE
THESE GASES CAUSING A SERIOUS EXPLOSION
THAT COULD RESULT IN BLINDNESS OR OTHER
SERIOUS INJURIES. WEAR EYE PROTECTION, RUB-
BER APRON AND RUBBER GLOVES WHEN WORK-
ING AROUND A BATTERY OR PERFORMING
BATTERY SERVICE. BATTERY FLUID IS AN
EXTREMELY CAUSTIC SULFURIC ACID, WHICH CAN
CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE
NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE FROM THE BATTERY
BEFORE PERFORMING BATTERY SERVICE OR
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ELECTRICAL SERVICE
ON THE GENERATOR OR ENGINE.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
INSPECT THE EXHAUST SYSTEM
CAUTION
REGULARLY TO ENSURE IT IS
FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. LEAKY EXHAUST SYS-
TEMS WILL INCREASE NOISE LEVELS.
DIRECT THE "LOUD" SIDES OF THE
CAUTION
GENERATOR INTO OPEN SPACES
AVOIDING REVERBERATION FROM WALLS OR
BUILDINGS THUS AMPLIFYING THE SOUND.
NEVER DRAIN OR DISPOSE OF
NOTICE:
ENGINE OIL INTO THE GROUND OR
DOMESTIC WASTE WATER SYSTEMS.
RAISING OR SUSPENDING GENERATOR
Always use cables, chains or straps
WARNING
rated at 2000 lbs. working load or
more to raise or suspend generator.
Never operate generator while sus-
WARNING
pended. This could cause property
damage, serious injury or death.
Make sure all fasteners in frame and
WARNING
lifting hook are tight.
Make sure the generator is in a level
NOTICE:
position before raising or suspending to
prevent damage.
Accessories
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are
available for purchase from your local dealer or autho-
rized service center. If you need assistance in locating
any accessory for your tool, please contact DEWALT
Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD
21286, call 1-888-431-6871 or visit our website
www.dewalt.com.
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006948 - Lifting Eye Kit
Owner's Manual for Portable Generator