Inspection/Maintenance - Shindaiwa DGK45F Owner's And Operator's Manual

10. Inspection/Maintenance

WARNING : ELECTRIC SHOCK/INJURY
 Do not touch output terminals or internal electric parts while the generator is
operating.
 Do not open the check door during operation. Be careful of pinching or
catching of moving parts such as the cooling fan and fan belt.
 Always be sure to stop the engine and remove the starter key when
performing inspection or maintenance.
 Do not lift up using tie downs. Use of such could result in the generator
falling.
 No persons should be under a suspended generator at all time.
CAUTION : FIRE
 Always be sure to wipe up any spilled fuel or oil.
CAUTION : BURNS
 Do not touch the engine and surrounding components immediately after
stopping the engine as they are still extremely hot.
 Do not open the radiator cap immediately after stopping the engine. Do so
will result in steam gushing out.
 Hot steam gushes out from the coolant subtank if the generator overheats.
Do not touch the coolant subtank.
CAUTION : INJURY
 Personnel performing suspension work must wear protective gear such as
helmets, safety shoes and gloves.
 Always be sure to use lifting hooks when suspending the generator, and raise
it slowly at a completely vertical angle.
Perform periodic inspection and maintenance according to the following table in order to
constantly maintain this generator in good working condition. Use the hour meter as a
reference for the operating time.
< Note >
 All procedures except for pre-operation inspection should be performed by specialized
technicians.
 Request authorized distributor where the generator was purchased to perform the procedures in
the table with a "".
 Always be sure to use genuine parts or those indicated specifically for replacement parts.
 Use a container to catch fluid bled from this generator that is large enough to prevent the fluid
from spilling on the ground.
Dispose of oil, fuel, coolant (LLC), filter, battery and other hazardous materials according to laws
and regulations concerning industrial waste.
Contact authorized distributor where the generator was purchased if you have any inquiries
regarding proper disposal.
 When check doors are open during maintenance, take measures so that unrelated personnel
cannot accidentally come close to the generator. Close all doors and covers if you are going to be
away from this generator.
 Please be careful about a strong wind and the opening and shutting of the door at the sloping
place enough. When door is opened or closed suddenly, a finger might be sandwiched.
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