Operation And Use; Pre-Start Check List - Kohler 3APU-HC Manual

3.1

Pre-Start Check List

WARNING
Carbon monoxide.
Can cause severe nausea, fainting,
or death.
The exhaust system must be leakproof
and routinely inspected.
Generator set operation. Carbon
monoxide can cause severe nausea,
Carbon monoxide is
fainting, or death.
an odorless, colorless, tasteless,
nonirritating gas that can cause death
if inhaled for even a short time. Avoid
breathing exhaust fumes when working
on or near the generator set. Never
operate the generator set inside a
building unless the exhaust gas is piped
safely outside. Never operate the
generator set where exhaust gas could
accumulate and seep back inside a
potentially occupied building or vehicle.
Do not obstruct the exhaust outlet when
parking your vehicle. The exhaust
gases must discharge freely to prevent
carbon monoxide from deflecting into
the vehicle.
Carbon monoxide symptoms.
Carbon monoxide can cause severe
nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon
monoxide is a poisonous gas present
in exhaust gases. Carbon monoxide is
an odorless, colorless, tasteless,
nonirritating gas that can cause death
if inhaled for even a short time.
Carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms
include but are not limited to the
following:
•
Light-headedness, dizziness
•
Physical fatigue, weakness in joints
and muscles
•
Sleepiness, mental fatigue, inability
to concentrate or speak clearly,
blurred vision
•
Stomachache, vomiting, nausea
THIS MANUAL IS PROPRIETY OF
If experiencing any of these symptoms
and carbon monoxide poisoning is
possible, seek fresh air immediately and
remain active. Do not sit, lie down, or fall
asleep. Alert others to the possibility of
carbon monoxide poisoning. Seek
medical attention if the condition of
affected persons does not improve
within minutes of breathing fresh air.
Inspecting the exhaust system.
Carbon monoxide can cause severe
nausea, fainting, or death. For the
safety of the vehicle's occupants, install
a carbon monoxide detector. Never
operate the generator set without a
functioning carbon monoxide detector.
Inspect the detector before each
generator set use.
To ensure continued satisfactory
operation perform the following checks or
inspections before or at each startup, as
designated, and at the intervals specified
in the service schedule. In addition, some
checks require verification after the unit
starts.
Air Cleaner. Check for a clean and
installed air cleaner element to prevent
unfiltered air from entering the engine.
Air Inlets. Check for clean and
unobstructed air inlets.
Air Shrouding. Check for securely
installed and positioned air shrouding.
Battery. Check for tight battery
connections. Consult the battery
manufacturer's instructions regarding
battery care and maintenance.
Exhaust System. Check for exhaust
leaks and blockages. Check the muffler
and piping condition and check for tight
exhaust system connections. Inspect the
exhaust system components (exhaust
manifold, exhaust outlet, exhaust line,
exhaust clamps, and muffler) for cracks,
leaks, and corrosion.
- ALL FORMS OF REPRODUCTION, PARTIAL OR OTHERWISE, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED
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Operation and Use - 3

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Check for corroded or broken metal
parts and replace them as needed.
•
Check for loose, corroded, or
missing clamps and hangers.
Tighten or replace the exhaust
clamps and/or hangers as needed.
•
Check that the exhaust outlet is
unobstructed.
•
Check the exhaust gas color. If the
exhaust is blue or black, contact your
authorized Kohler distributor/ dealer.
•
Visually inspect for exhaust leaks
(blowby). Check for carbon or soot
residue on exhaust components.
Carbon and soot residue indicates
an exhaust leak. Seal leaks as
needed.
•
Ensure that the carbon monoxide
detector is (1) in the vehicle, (2)
functional, and (3) energized
whenever the generator set
operates.
Note: Never operate the generator
set without a functioning
carbon monoxide detector.
Fuel Level. Check the fuel level and
keep the tank(s) full to ensure adequate
fuel supply.
Oil Level. Check the oil level. See Figure
20. Maintain the oil level at or near, not
over, the full mark on the dipstick.
Operating Area. Check for obstructions
that could block the flow of cooling air.
Keep the air intake area clean. Do not
leave rags, tools, or debris on or near
the generator set.
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