Set Up; Operation; Generator Precautions - Chicago Electric 97906 Set Up, Operating, And Servicing Instructions

of battery without a proper regulating
device.
7. Have the equipment serviced by a
qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the equip-
ment is maintained. Do not attempt
any service or maintenance proce-
dures not explained in this manual
or any procedures that you are un-
certain about your ability to perform
safely or correctly.
8. Store equipment out of the reach of
children.
9. Follow scheduled engine and equip-
ment maintenance.
10. Refueling Precautions:
a. Do not smoke, or allow sparks,
flames, or other sources of ignition
around the equipment, especially
when refuelling.
b. Do not refill the fuel tank while the
engine is running or hot.
c. Do not fill fuel tank to the top. Leave
a little room for the fuel to expand as
needed.
d. Refuel in a well-ventilated area only.

generator precautionS

Set up

1. Do not connect generator directly
into a home's electrical lines. Do
not plug a generator into an outlet in
the home. Connecting a generator
directly to a utility power supply can
'back feed' along the power lines and
kill or injure utility workers working on
the lines.
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2. All connections from the Generator to
a load must be installed by a licensed
electrician in compliance with all lo-
cal, state, and federal electrical codes
and standards.
3. The generator must be grounded in
accordance with all relevant electrical
codes and standards before opera-
tion.
4. Insulate all connections and discon-
nected wires.
5. Connect the generator only to a load
or electrical system (120 volt or 240
volt) that is compatible with the elec-
trical characteristics and rated capac-
ities of the generator.
6. Set up the generator outdoors in a
well-ventilated, dry area, away from
building air intakes. The genera-
tor should be protected from direct
exposure to rain and snow. Do not
set up the generator on a conductive
surface such as a metal deck.
7. This generator is not intended to
power sensitive electronic equipment
without the addition of an appropriate
line conditioner
8. Before connecting generator's wiring:
a. Turn the engine switch to its "OFF"
position.
b. Allow the engine to completely cool.
c. Then, remove the spark plug Wire(s)
from the spark plug(s).

operation

1. Do not attempt to connect or discon-
nect load connections while standing
in water or on wet ground.
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