General Advice - SDMO SH 4000 Betriebs- Und Wartungsanleitung

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Warning

1.3.2 General advice

One of the fundamental safety considerations is observation of the interval between maintenance procedures (see maintenance
schedule). Furthermore, never attempt to carry out repairs or maintenance procedures without the necessary experience and/or tools.
When you take delivery of your generating set, check that it is complete and not damaged in any way. A generating set should be
handled gently, avoiding sudden movements, and the place where it is to be stored or used should be carefully prepared beforehand.
Before use, it is essential that you know how to stop the generating set immediately and that you thoroughly
understand all the controls and operations.
Warning
Never let other people use the generating set without giving them all necessary instructions beforehand.
Never let children touch the generating set, even when it is not in operation. Do not operate the generating set near animals (as it
could cause them to panic).
Never start the motor without an air filter or exhaust.
Never invert the positive and negative battery terminals (if fitted) when connecting them. Such an inversion can lead to severe damage
to the electrical equipment.
Never cover the generating set with any type of material while it is in operation or just after it has been turned off. Wait until the
motor is cold.
Never coat the generating set with oil in an attempt to protect it from corrosion. Some preservative oils are flammable. Also, some are
dangerous to inhale.
In all cases, respect the local regulations currently in place concerning the use of generating sets.
1.3.3 Safety guidelines to prevent electrocution
While they are in operation, generating sets produce electric current.
Connect the generating set to earth each time you use it, in order to prevent electrocution.
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Never touch stripped cables or disconnected connectors. Never handle a generating set with wet hands or feet.
Never expose the equipment to liquid splashes or rainfall, and do not place it on wet ground. Always keep the electrical cables and the
connections in good condition. Do not use equipment in a poor state of repair which could lead to electrocution or damage to the
equipment. Use a differential protection device between the generating set and the appliances if the cable or cables used are more than
1 metre in length.
Use flexible, durable cables, with rubber sheathing, conforming to the IEC 60245-4 standard or equivalent cables.
Do not connect the generating set to other power sources, such as the mains. In specific cases where there is provision for a reserve
connection to existing electrical networks, this must only be carried out by a qualified electrician, who should take the operating
differences of the equipment into account, according to whether the mains or generating set is being used.
Special circuit breakers designed for use with generating sets are used to prevent electrocution. If these circuit breakers need to be
replaced, circuit breakers with identical nominal ratings and specifications must be used.
1.3.4 Safety guidelines to prevent fire
Keep all inflammable materials (e.g.: petrol, oil, fabric etc.) out of the way when the generating set is in operation.
The motor should not be operated in areas containing explosive products. There is a risk of sparks forming where
all electrical and mechanical components are not shielded. Never cover the generating set with any materials while
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it is operating or just after it has been switched off (wait for the motor cool down).
1.3.5 Safety guidelines for exhaust gases
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is a highly toxic substance. This substance can cause death if it is
present in excessive concentrations in the air inhaled.
For this reason, always use the generating set in a well ventilated area, where gases will not be able to accumulate.
Danger
Good ventilation is required for your generating set to work properly. Without this, the motor would very quickly run at too high a
temperature, which could lead to accidents or damage to the equipment and to surrounding items. However, if it is necessary to
operate it inside a building, adequate ventilation must be provided, so that people and animals are not affected. It is imperative that
exhaust gases are discharged outside.