Multiquip manual GAW-135H Rules for Safe Operation, Welding Safety

GAW-135H — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

■NEVER run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage may occur.

■ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in Operator’s Manual before attempting to operate equipment.

■ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety precautions and operation techniques before using generator.

■NEVER leave the generator unattended, turn off engine when unattended.

■Unauthorized equipment modifications will void all warranties.

■ALWAYS ensure generator is on level ground before use.

■Become familiar with the components of the generator before operating.

■ALWAYS replace any worn or damaged warning decals.

■ALWAYS make sure generator is properly grounded to a suitable earth ground (GROUND ROD).

■NEVER use gas piping as an electrical ground.

■DO NOT place hands or fingers inside generator engine compartment when engine is running.

■NEVER let power cables or cords lay in water.

■NEVER stand in water while AC power from the generator is being transfer to a load.

■NEVER use a defective or frayed power cable. Check the cable for cuts in the insulation.

■NEVER use a extension cord that is frayed or damaged where the insulation has been cut.

■ALWAYS make certain that proper extension cord has been selected for the job See Table 3.

■The electrical voltage required to operate the generator can cause severe injury or even death through physical contact with live circuits. Turn all circuit breakers OFF before performing maintenance on the generator.

■High Temperatures – Always stop engine and allow the engine to cool before adding fuel, oil or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact with hot components can cause serious burns.

■NEVER disconnect any "emergency or safety devices". These devices are intended for operator safety. Disconnection of these devices can cause severe injury, bodily harm or even death! Disconnection of any of these devices will void all warranties.

■ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety precautions and operations techniques before using generator.

■ALWAYS make sure that electrical circuits are properly grounded per the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes before operating generator.Severe injury or death! by electrocution can result from operating an ungrounded generator.

■ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children and un-authorized personnel.

■ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in Operator’s Manual before attempting to operate equipment.

WELDING SAFETY

■ALWAYS remove any flammable materials in the vacinity of the generator/welder where flying sparks may come in contact. The possibility exists of a fire or an explosion which can damage the equipment and thus cause bodily harm even death!

■High current generated from the welder can affect some pacemakers. CAUTION, personnel who wear pacemakers should consult their doctor before operating the welder.

■When welding or watching, use a hand shield or welding helmet fitted with the proper shade filter.

■ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields or face shield Remember flying pieces of metal or dirt can injury eyes.

Maintenance Safety

■NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running machine.

■ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool before servicing.

■Keep the machinery in proper running condition.

■Fix damage to the machine immediately and always replace broken parts, or missing decals.

■Dispose of hazardous waste properly.Examples of potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.

■DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of hazardous waste.

■DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground, down a drain or into any water source.

■Removing the engine oil drain plug while the engine is hot will result in hot oil to gush out of the oil drain plug, therefore causing severescaldingtoanypersonsinthegeneral area of the generator.

GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 11