Power Tech Generators PTI-15SS-T4F Operator's Manual page 9

KEEP AREA AROUND THE ENGINE CLEAN
• Be sure to stop the engine before cleaning.
• Keep the engine clean and free of accumulated dirt, grease and
trash.
DO NOT stop the engine without idling; Temperatures around the
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genset rises suddenly. Keep the genset idling for about 5 minutes
before stopping?
SAFE HANDLING OF FUEL AND LUBRICANTS
• Always stop the engine before refueling or lubricating.
• DO NOT smoke or allow flames or sparks in your working area. Fuel
is extremely flammable and explosive. Never store flammable liquids
in the engine compartment.
• Refuel at a well-ventilated and open place. If fuel or lubricants spill, clean up immediately and
properly dispose of.
DO NOT mix gasoline or alcohol with diesel fuel. The mixture can cause a fire.
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EXHAUST GASES AND FIRE PREVENTION
• Engine exhaust fumes can be very harmful if allowed to
accumulate. Be sure to run the engine in a well-ventilated area
where there are no people or livestock nearby.
• The exhaust gas from the muffler is very hot. To prevent a fire,
do not expose dry grass, oil or any other combustible
materials to exhaust gas. Keep the engine and mufflers clean
all the time.
To avoid a fire, be alert for leaks of flammables from hoses
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and lines. Be sure to check for leaks from hoses and pipes,
such as fuel and hydraulic by following the maintenance check
list.
To avoid a fire, do not short across power cables and wires.
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Check to see that all power cables and wires are in good condition. Keep all power connections
clean. Bare wire or frayed insulation can cause a dangerous electrical shock and personal injury.
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