1.3.12 Safety guidelines for handling batteries
Danger
2. Description
1
Earth connection
2
Oil filling plug
3
Fuel level indicator
4
Fuel tank plug
5
Fuel tap
1
Oil gauge
1
Fuel tap
1
Fastener
3. Preparation before use
3.1. Positioning the generating set for operation
Choose a site that is clean, well ventilated and sheltered from bad weather.
Place the generating set on a flat, horizontal surface which is firm enough to prevent the set sinking down (under no circumstances
should the set tilt in any direction by more than 10°).
Store the additional supplies of oil and fuel within close proximity, whilst maintaining a certain distance for safety.
3.2. Earthing the generating set
Danger
To connect the set to the ground: Attach a 10 mm
driven 1 meter into the ground.
3.3. Checking the oil level
Before starting–up the generating set, always check the engine oil level.
Make sure the recommended oil is used (see § Specifications) and use a funnel to fill-up to the maximum limit
indicated on the dipstick.
Attention
Allow the generating set to cool down for at least 30 minutes before checking the oil level.
Retract the oil-level dipstick (fig. B - mark 1) and wipe it.
Replace the oil-level dipstick and pull it out again. Check the level visually. It should be within the upper limit shown on the dipstick
(fig. B – mark 2) and the lower limit on the dipstick (fig. B - mark 3).
Correct as required (fig. A - mark 2).
Replace the dipstick.
Check that there are no leaks.
Wipe off excess oil with a clean cloth.
Never leave the battery close to a flame or fire.
Use only insulated tools.
Never use sulphuric acid or acid water to top up the electrolyte level.
6
Starting and shut-down key
7
Circuit breakers
8
Hour meter
9
Electrical sockets
10
Oil drain plug
2
Upper limit of gauge
2
Fuel filter
2
Air filter cover
The generating sets supply electrical current when in operation: risk of electrocution.
Connect the generating set to the ground at each use.
2
copper wire to the set's earth connection and to a galvanised steel earthing rod
Figure A
Figure B
Figure C
Figure D
11
Oil filter
12
Fuel filter
13
Air filter
14
Starter battery
15
Exhaust silencer
3
Lower limit of gauge
3
Filter element