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LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS - Continued
WARNING
Metal jewelry will conduct electricity. All jewelry can become entangled in generator set
components. Remove all jewelry when working on generator set. Failure to comply can cause
injury or death to personnel by electrocution.
High voltage is produced when this generator set is in operation. Make sure unit is completely
shut down and free of any power source before attempting any repair or maintenance on the unit.
Failure to comply can cause injury or death to personnel.
DC voltages are present at generator set electrical components even with generator set shut
down. Avoid shorting any positive with ground/negative. Failure to comply can cause injury to
personnel and damage to equipment.
When running, generator set engine has hot metal surfaces that will burn flesh on contact. Shut
down generator set, and allow engine to cool before performing checks, services, and
maintenance. Wear gloves and additional protective clothing as required. Failure to comply can
cause injury or death to personnel.
CAUTION
All fittings and openings must be capped or plugged immediately after opening to prevent
Before you start your lubrications:
Always
Never
a.
Use Lubrication Instructions as your guide.
a. Use wrong type/grade lubricant.
b.
Use correct type/grade lubricant.
b. Use too much lubricant.
c. Clean area where lubricant is to be applied to
c.
Apply lubricant to dirty components.
prevent buildup of dirt, grit, and contaminants.
Authorized lubricants and fluids are listed in Tables 3 through 6.
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