DISCLAIMER MAKINEX and its affiliates take no responsibility for any damage, injury or death resulting from the incorrect or unsafe use of this product. Use of this product should be undertaken by competent persons only. It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure that the following safety procedures are followed.
DANGER – indicates a imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or DANGER serious injury PROHIBITED – identifies actions that should never be carried out by anyone interacting with the machine. PROHIBITED GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL Page 2 of 22...
Read this manual thoroughly before operating your generator. Failure to follow instructions could result in WARNING serious injury or death MAKINEX GEN-9P-US Generator designed for professional operators only, instruct operators in care WARNING and use of the machine before use! GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS •...
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• ALWAYS position the generator so that the exhaust is pointing away from people or animals. • NEVER use the generator indoors or in an enclosed area. (i.e. in warehouse, tunnel, well or a hold). GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL Page 4 of 22...
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• NEVER cover or enclose the generator whilst it is in use. • Be aware of the weight of the generator, do not attempt to lift or move the generator without the assistance of other persons or suitable lifting equipment. GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL Page 5 of 22...
4 feet, the rod or pipe can be buried in a trench. • All electrical tools and appliances powered by the generator, must be properly earthed by either a third wire or “double insulated”. GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL Page 6 of 22...
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We strongly recommend that all applicable federal, state, and local regulations relating to grounding/earthing specifications be checked and followed. THIS INSTALLATION MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND ALL LOCAL CODES MUST BE FOLLOWED GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL Page 7 of 22...
This may result in an engine failure. NOTE: Refer to GX390 Manual for more in-depth instructions NOTE: New machines will be pre-oiled from MAKINEX with: Honda Power Equipment Engine Oil – SAE 10W-30, API SJ GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL...
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4. Wait for spilled fuel to evaporate before starting the engine. Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat and other ignition sources. WARNING DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke near open fuel tank or container. GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL Page 12 of 22...
2. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. 3. Set the fuel supply valve to OFF if the fuel tank equipped with. NOTE: To stop the generator in an emergency simply turn the engine switch to the ‘OFF’ position. GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL Page 13 of 22...
Condition of electrical components • Earthing bolts are tight • All 4 generator mounting bolts are tight • Fuel lines are not damaged • Oil and fuel levels • Condition of starter cord GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL Page 14 of 22...
Certain storage covers can be flammable or can melt in high temperatures. DO NOT place storage cover over generator until it WARNING has completely cooled. GEN-9P-US-240 – USER MANUAL Page 15 of 22...
LIMITED WARRANTY In order to take advantage of the MAKINEX limited warranty, you must have maintenance performed according to the schedule (contained in relevant owner’s manual supplied with this product), by an authorised MAKINEX dealer or MAKINEX service technician. You are free to have your MAKINEX product...
Failures due to acts of God and other force majeure events beyond the manufacturer’s control. Problems cause by parts that are not original MAKINEX parts. Responsibility of the consumer under this Limited Warranty: Strict adherence to the maintenance checks and schedule with proof of scheduled maintenance service required by an authorised agent or qualified mechanic.
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All warranties will be carried out by MAKINEX authorised staff or appointed agents at a premise to be determined by the Manufacturer. It is the responsibility (and cost) of MAKINEX or our appointed agent to return the machine to be repaired or replaced under warranty to the consumer- this is valid for domestic territories only (e.g.
CONTACT INFORMATION For sales, service, warranty and part orders for all MAKINEX Products, please refer below. SALES, SERVICE, SPARE PARTS & WARRANTY SALES TEL 1300 795 953 or +61 2 9460 8071 WEB www.makinex.com.au AUSTRALIA SERVICE, SPARE PARTS & WARRANTY EMAIL service@makinex.com.au...