Operating Procedures; Initial Startup/Pre-Check - Shindaiwa DGK45F Owner's And Operator's Manual

 Replacing the Battery
Remove the battery negative (-) cable. (Always be sure to remove the negative (-) side
1
first. )
2 Remove battery hold-down clamp.
3 Remove the battery positive (+) cable.
Remove the battery.
4
* Install the battery by performing the above procedures in the reverse order.
(First connect the positive (+) cable of the replaced battery. )
9.

Operating Procedures

9-1. Initial Startup/Pre-Check

WARNING : EXHAUST GAS POISONING
 Do not operate the generator in poorly ventilated areas such as an indoors or
tunnels, as the exhaust gas of the engine contains substances that are
harmful to human health.
 Do not direct exhaust fumes at bystanders or buildings.
WARNING : INJURY
 Always be sure to check that the breakers on load side and switches for any
equipment using the generator are at OFF before turning the breaker to ON.
Also be sure to advise personnel on the load side that power will be turned
on before operating the breaker.
 Close all doors and lock them during operation.
CAUTION : FIRE
 Do not carry flammable items (such as fuel, gas and paint) or items that are
highly combustible near the generator as the muffler, exhaust gas and other
parts become extremely hot.
 Position this generator 3 ft. (1 m) or more from walls or other hindrances, and
on a level surface.
CAUTION : INJURY
 Do not operate the generator if it has been modified or any parts have been
removed.
 Position the generator on a level stable surface so that it cannot slide or
move in any manner.
 Before starting operation, always be sure to turn off all switches of equipment
being used and all breakers to OFF.
Upper Level
Lower Level
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(-) Post
() Post
Hold-Down
Clamp