Multiquip operation manual DCA-125USJ 50 HZ Rules for Safe Operation

DCA-125USJ (50 HZ) — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

CAUTION:

Failure to follow instructions in this manual may	■NEVER touch the hot		exhaust
lead to serious injury or even death! This	manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow
	these parts to cool before servicing
equipment is to be operated by trained and
	engine or generator.
qualified personnel only! This equipment is for
industrial use only.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when	■High Temperatures – Allow the engine to cool before
operating the DCA-125USJ (50 HZ)Generator:
GENERAL SAFETY	performing service and maintenance functions. Contact
■ DO NOT operate or service this equipment	with hot! components can cause serious burns.
	■The engine of this
before reading this entire manual.
	generator requires an
	adequate free flow of
■ This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18	cooling air.	NEVER
	operate the generator
years of age.	in any enclosed or
■ NEVER operate this equipment without proper	narrow area where free
protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel-	flow of the air is
toed boots and other protective devices required	restricted. If the air flow
by the job.	is restricted it will
	cause serious damage to the generator or engine and
	may cause injury to people. The generator engine gives
	off DEADLY carbon monoxide gas.
■ NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling	■ ALWAYS make sure generator is properly grounded.
	■ NEVER use gas piping as an electrical ground.
well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine.
	■ DO NOT place hands or fingers inside generator engine
■ NEVER operate this equipment under the	compartment when engine is running.
	■ ALWAYS make sure generator installation is accordance with
influence or drugs or alcohol.
	national and local electrical codes.
	■ ALWAYS have a qualified electrician perform the generator
■ NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not	wiring installation.
	■ NEVER power cables or cords lay in water.
recommended by MQ Power for this equipment. Damage to	■ NEVER stand in water while AC power from the generator
the equipment and/or injury to user may result.	is being transfer to a load.
■ Manufacture does not assume responsibility for any accident
	■ NEVER use	a defective or frayed power cable. Check the
due to equipment modifications.	cable for cuts in the insulation.
■ Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
	■ NEVER use a extension cord that is frayed or damaged where
safety decals when they become difficult read.	the insulation has been cut.
■ ALWAYS check the machine for loosened threads or bolts
	■ ALWAYS make certain that proper extension cord has been
before starting.	selected for the job See Table 5.
■ NEVER operate the generator in an explosive atmosphere or
	■ The electrical voltage required to operate the generator can
near combustible materials. An explosion or fire could result
causing severe bodily harm or even death.	cause severe injury or even death through physical contact
	with live circuits. Turn all		circuit breakers OFF before

performing maintenance on the generator.

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