Evolution EVO200 ENGINE Originalanleitung Seite 7

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR EVOLUTION ENGINE
a. Petrol or diesel powered engines must never
be used in unventilated closed spaces. The
exhaust fumes produced are highly toxic and can
cause 'Carbon Monoxide Poisoning' which will
cause drowsiness and ultimately death. It is only
permissible to run a petrol engine indoors if the
building can be very well ventilated and the exhaust
fumes can be captured and ducted to the outside
through an exhaust extraction/scavenger system.
b. The engine should be positioned on a firm
level surface. The wheels should be locked, so
that the engine cannot move during operation.
c. The engine should not be run at speeds
that exceed the maximum speed on the
rating plate. Operating an engine at excessive
speeds increases the likelihood of component
failure and consequent accidents.
d. Do not tamper with components that
regulate the engines speed. You may alter the
factory set running parameters.
e. Use only the type of fuel listed in this
Instruction Manual. Using fuel with an octane
rating less than that specified can lead to excessive
engine wear and premature engine failure.
f. Keep the area around the engine clear,
clean and tidy. Never allow any combustible
material (timber, plastic, cardboard, canvas etc)
near a running engine.
g. Do not use in or near to potentially
explosive atmospheres. Dust laden
atmospheres as can be found in some industrial
buildings (Flour Mills, Timber Mills) have an
explosive potential.
h. Regularly check the fuel system for leaks.
Hoses and unions should be checked for
deterioration or chafing. Check the fuel tank for
damage or for a poorly fitting or worn fuel cap.
Any defects must be rectified before the engine
is used.
i. Always stop the engine and allow it to
cool down before refuelling. Try to avoid any
fuel spillage (often caused by 'overfilling' the
tank) and clean up any spilt fuel immediately.
The application of dry sand is an effective way
of neutralising fuel spills. Do not allow sand to
come into contact with any part of the engine
k. Do not allow the engine to run out of fuel
while a generator under load is attached.
Surging of the engine as it uses the last of
the fuel could cause damage to connected
electrical equipment.
l. When transporting the engine in a vehicle
ensure that the fuel tap is turned off. To
minimise the risk of fuel spillage the engine
should be secured by ropes etc to the load area
of the vehicle so that it cannot move during
transportation. The engine should be secured in
as level an attitude as possible.
m. For long term storage we recommend
that the fuel system of the engine is drained.
During long term storage additives in modern
fuels can precipitate from the fuel and block jets
and valves in the fuel system.
n. Store the machine in a secure and well
ventilated area. Unauthorised personnel should
not have access to this machine.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUEL FILLING
a. Select level bare ground, remote from any
buildings as a refuelling station. Ensure that there
is no combustible material in the immediate vicinity.
b. Smoking, using a naked flame or
producing sparks is strictly forbidden whilst
refuelling. Petrol is highly flammable and its
vapours are combustible.
c. Ensure that the fuel tap is turned 'off'. This
will ensure that fresh fuel does not 'flood' the
engines carburettor.
d. The engine must be turned 'off' and
allowed to cool before refuelling is
attempted. Inadvertent fuel spillage onto a hot
engine can result in the risk of fire.
e. Any fuel spills must be dealt with
immediately. If petrol contaminates any
clothing the operator must change clothes.
Do not rely on the fuel evaporating from the
clothes. Wash or launder the clothing when the
fuel has evaporated from the material.
f. The use of a funnel during refuelling is
recommended. Use of a funnel will minimise
the risk of fuel spillage.
g. Fill the tank with the correct grade of
unleaded fuel to a level approximately half
way up the fuel filter. Pour the fuel into the
tank carefully and do not try to fill the tank
completely. Pour the petrol slowly to avoid air
traps during filling that could cause fuel spillage.
h. Check the fuel tank cap, and replace as
soon as refuelling is completed. The cap
has a bayonet type connection. Check that it
is correctly installed and seated before slowly
turning on the fuel tap.
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