Operation - RIDGID RD905712 Series Operator's Manual

OPERATION

DANGER:
Carbon Monoxide. Using a generator indoors CAN
KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon
monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas you cannot see or
smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust, you
are breathing CO. But even if you cannot smell the
exhaust, you could be breathing CO.
 Never use a generator inside homes, garages,
crawlspaces, or other partly enclosed areas.
Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up
in these areas. Using a fan or opening windows
and doors does NOT supply enough fresh air.
 ONLY use a generator outdoors and far away
from open windows, doors, and vents. These
openings can pull in generator exhaust.
Even when you use a generator correctly, CO may
leak into the home. ALWAYS use a battery-powered
or battery-backup CO alarm in the home.
If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the
generator has been running, move to fresh air
RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You could have carbon
monoxide poisoning.
DANGER:
Failure to properly ground generator can result
in electrocution, especially if the generator is
equipped with a wheel kit. National Electric Code
requires generator to be properly grounded to an
approved earth ground. Call an electrician for local
grounding requirements.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make
you careless. Remember that a careless fraction
of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not
recommended by the manufacturer of this product.
The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
This generator is designed to supply electrical power for
operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools,
and motor loads.
BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT
 Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors,
and vents.
 NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
 Always position the generator on a flat, firm surface.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
There may be General or State Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes or
ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator.
Please consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or
the local agency having jurisdiction:
 In some areas, generators are required to be registered
with local utility companies.
 If the generator is used at a construction site, there may
be additional regulations which must be observed.
RAISING AND LOWERING THE HANDLE
See Figure 7.
 To raise the handle (for moving the generator): pull the
handle up until the handle release knob snaps into lock-
ing position and insert the handle lock pin to secure the
handle in place.
 To lower the handle (for storing or transporting the gen-
erator): remove the handle lock pin, then pull the handle
release knob out and lower the handle to the down position.
Never use the handle to lift the generator. The handle should
only be used for moving the unit by rolling it on its wheels.
CAUTION:
Attempting to start the engine before it has been
properly filled with lubricant will result in equipment
failure.
CHECKING/ADDING LUBRICANT
See Figure 8.
Engine lubricant has a major influence on engine perfor-
mance and service life. For general, all-temperature use,
SAE 10W-30 is recommended. Always use a 4-stroke motor
lubricant that meets or exceeds the requirements for API
service classification SJ.
This engine comes with a feature that will shut off the engine
when a specific oil level is not maintained. The engine will
not restart until an appropriate oil level is reached.
NOTE: Non-detergent or 2-stroke engine lubricants will
damage the engine and should not be used.
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