Generator Operating Safety Precautions - Fleetwood 2011 American Eagle Owner's Manual

Electrical Systems
preheat. Let go when the light comes on
continuously, indicating that the generator
is running and that the starter has been dis-
connected. (Depending on how cold it is,
preheat can take up to 15 seconds, extend-
ing the time that the light blinks.)
CAUTION
!
Excessive cranking can overheat and damage the
starter motor. Do not crank for more than 30 seconds
at a time. Wait at least 2 minutes before trying again.
2. See the Troubleshooting Guide in RV
Genset Operator's Manual located in the
Owner's Information Package if the gen-
erator does not start after several tries.
To stop the generator:
1. Run the generator at no load for a few min-
utes to allow the engine to cool down and
then push the control switch briefly to its
STOP position.
Generator Operating Safety
Precautions
Read and understand the generator operating,
maintenance and safety instruction furnished in
your Owner's Information Package.
• Do not smoke or use an open flame near
the generator unit or fuel tank.
• Do not use generator ventilation air for
heating any space.
• Check engine fuel lines. Fuel leakage in or
around the compartment is an extreme fire
hazard. Do not use the generator until fuel
leaks are repaired.
• Be aware of exhaust gas (carbon monox-
ide) poisoning symptoms. Refer to the sec-
tion on Carbon Monoxide Safety
Precautions in the On The Road chapter
of this manual.
• Check the generator exhaust system after
every usage and whenever the system may
have been damaged, and repair any leaks or
obstructions before further operation.
Disconnect the battery(ies) before perform-
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ing any maintenance on the generator. Allow
the generator to cool before performing any
maintenance.
• Do not use the generator as an emergency
power source to a general residential or
industrial utility line. This is illegal and
may cause shock or electrocution to power
line utility personnel attempting to repair
power lines.
WARNING
!
Do not place flammable material or store any other
materials in the generator compartment.
WARNING
!
Do not operate the generator when parked in or near
high grass or brush. Exhaust component heat may
cause a fire.
WARNING
!
Do not modify the generator installation or exhaust
system in any way.
Do not use the generator as an emergency power
source to a general residential or industrial utility line.
This is illegal and may cause shock or electrocution to
power line utility personnel attempting to repair power
lines.
WARNING
!
Do not block the generator ventilating air inlets or out-
lets. The engine requires a constant supply of cooling
air. Restricted ventilating air inlets or outlets can
cause engine failure.