MQ Power WHISPERWATT Series Operation Manual page 8

FUEL SAFETY
DANGER
„ NEVER start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible
fl uids. Diesel fuel is extremely fl ammable and its vapors
can cause an explosion if ignited.
„ ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from
sparks and open fl ames.
„ ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with
fl ammable liquids.
„ NEVER fill the fuel tank while the engine is
running or hot.
„ NEVER overfi ll the fuel tank. Spilled fuel can ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from
the ignition system.
„ Store fuel in appropriate containers, in well-ventilated
areas and away from sparks and fl ames.
„ NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
„ NEVER smoke around or near the
equipment. Fire or explosion could result
from fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a
hot engine.
TOWING SAFETY
CAUTION
„ Check with your local county or state safety
towing regulations, in addition to meeting
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Safety Towing Regulations, before towing
your generator.
„ Refer to the MQ Power trailer manual for additional safety
information.
„ In order to reduce the possibility of an accident
while transporting the generator on public roads,
ALWAYS make sure that the trailer that supports the
generator and the towing vehicle are both mechanically
sound and in good operating condition.
„ ALWAYS shut down the engine before transporting.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
„ Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing
vehicle are rated equal to or greater than the trailer
gross vehicle weight rating.
„ ALWAYS inspect the hitch and coupling for wear.
NEVER tow a trailer with defective hitches, couplings,
chains, etc.
„ Check the tire air pressure on both the towing vehicle and
the trailer. Infl ate trailer tires as indicated on side wall
of tire. Also check the tire tread wear on both vehicles.
„ ALWAYS make sure the trailer is equipped with
safety chains.
„ ALWAYS properly attach the trailer's safety chains to
the towing vehicle.
„ ALWAYS make sure the vehicle and trailer directional,
backup, brake, and trailer lights are connected and
working properly.
„ DOT requirements include the following:
• Connect and test electric brake operation.
• Secure portable power cables in cable tray with
tie wraps.
„ The maximum speed for highway towing is 55 MPH
unless posted otherwise. Recommended off-road towing
is not to exceed 15 MPH or less depending on the type
of terrain.
„ Avoid sudden stops and starts. These can cause skidding
or jackknifi ng. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will
improve towing.
„ Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling.
„ The trailer should be adjusted to a level position at all
times when towing.
„ Raise and lock the trailer wheel stand in the upright
position when towing.
„ Place chock blocks underneath the wheels to prevent
rolling while parked.
„ Place support blocks underneath the trailer's bumper
to prevent tipping while parked.
„ Use the trailer's swivel jack to adjust the trailer height to
a level position while parked.