MULTIQUIP MQP56 Operation Manual page 9

Grounding Safety
DANGER
„ This generator is equipped with a grounding terminal
attached to the enclosure. Electrical grounding
requirements can differ by State, Province, District,
Municipality, and unique application settings.
„ For portable and vehicle-mounted generators, Multiquip
recognizes the guidance provided in NEC Handbook
Article 250.34 Parts A and B, and 29 CFR 1926.404
(f) (3) (i). If a more defi nitive earth-to-ground safeguard
is required, please consult a qualifi ed electrician and
reference appropriate National Electrical Code (NEC)
guidelines in establishing an exterior grounding point
generator.
„ NEVER use gas piping as an electrical ground.
NOTICE
„ There is a permanent conductor bond between
generator (stator winding) and the frame.
BATTERY SAFETY
DANGER
„ DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
„ DO NOT expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
„ ALWAYS wear safety glasses when
handling the battery to avoid eye irritation.
The battery contains acids that can cause
injury to the eyes and skin.
„ Use well-insulated gloves when picking up the battery.
„ ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
„ ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gasses.
„ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with clothing or skin, rinse skin or clothing
immediately with plenty of water.
„ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CAUTION
„ ALWAYS disconnect the NEGATIVE battery terminal
before performing service on the generator.
„ ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.