Checking The Spill Containment; Checking For Fuel, Oil And Coolant Leak; Checking The Battery - Shindaiwa DGK45F Owner's And Operator's Manual

8-5. Checking the Spill Containment

CAUTION : FIRE
 If fuel or oil is leaking, repair the leaking location before operating.
Open the check door and check the inside of the spill containment. Flush out any accumulated
liquid. Refer to section "10. Inspection/Maintenance (10) Flushing Liquid in Spill Containment"
for flushing procedures.
< Note >
 The types of liquids that can accumulate in the spill containment include oil, fuel, coolant and
battery fluid such that it is not possible to distinguish between rain water and other liquids.
Dispose of flushed liquids according to the related laws and regulations.

8-6. Checking for Fuel, Oil and Coolant Leak

CAUTION : FIRE
 If fuel or oil is leaking, repair the leaking location before operating.
Open the check door and check for fuel, oil and coolant leakage from fuel piping connections
and similar locations.

8-7. Checking the Battery

CAUTION : EYE/SKIN INJURY
 Wear rubber gloves and other protective wear to protect eyes, skin and
clothing from the battery fluid which contains diluted sulfuric acid. If the
battery fluid contacts eyes or skin, wash out immediately with a large amount
of water. Be sure to receive medical treatment, especially if the fluid contacts
the eyes.
CAUTION : EXPLOSION
 Never use or recharge the battery if the fluid level is below the minimum
level.
 Do not create sparks or bring flame near the battery as it generates
flammable gas.
Check the fluid level, and add distilled water when it is near the lower level until it
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reaches the upper level.
2 Check the terminals for looseness and tighten if loose.
< Note >
 It is necessary to recharge the battery when the specific gravity of the battery fluid is 1.23 or less.
Request the authorized distributor where the generator was purchased to recharge the battery.
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