Safety Precautions, Storing | Lincoln Electric SVM120-A guide

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INSTALLATION

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

Do not attempt to use this equipment until you have thoroughly read all the operation and maintenance manuals supplied with your machine. They include important safety precautions; detailed engine starting, operating, and maintenance instructions; and parts lists.

ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.

• Do not touch electrically live parts or electrodes with your skin or wet clothing.

•Insulate yourself from the work and ground.

•Always wear dry insulating gloves.

ENGINE EXHAUST can kill.

•Use in open, well ventilated areas or vent exhaust to the out- side.

• Do not stack anything on or near the engine.

MOVING PARTS can injure.

•Do not operate this equipment with any of its doors open or guards off.

• Stop the engine before servicing it.

• Keep away from moving parts.

Only qualified personnel should install, use, or ser- vice this equipment.

LOCATION AND VENTILATION

Whenever you use the RANGER 10-LX, be sure that clean cooling air can flow through the machine’s diesel engine and the machine case. Avoid dusty, dirty areas. Also, keep the machine away from heat sources. Do not place the back end of the generator anywhere near hot engine exhaust from another machine. And of course, make sure that engine exhaust is ventilated to an open, outside area.

The RANGER 10-LX may be used outdoors. Do not set the machine in puddles or otherwise submerge it in water. Such practices pose safety hazards and cause improper operation and corrosion of parts.

Always operate the RANGER 10-LX with the case roof on and all machine components completely assem- bled. This will protect you from the dangers of moving parts, hot metal surfaces, and live electrical devices.

STORING

1.Store the machine in a cool, dry place when it’s not in use. Protect it from dust and dirt. Keep it where it can’t be accidentally damaged from con- struction activities, moving vehicles, and other hazards.

2.Drain the engine oil and refill with fresh 10W30 oil. Run the engine for about five minutes to circulate oil to all the parts. See the Maintenance section of this manual for details on changing oil.

3.If you are storing the machine for more than 30 days, drain the coolant from the radiator. Open the cock at the bottom of the radiator and remove the pressure cap so that the coolant drains complete- ly. Attach a note that says “NO WATER” on the radiator.

4.Remove the battery, recharge it, and adjust the electrolyte level. Store the battery in a dry, dark place.

5.If the engine is not used for a long period of time, every two to three months fill the radiator and run the engine for about five minutes to keep it free from rust.