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3.6
Place the generator on a flat level surface in a well-ventilated area.
3.7
Ensure fuelling takes place away from any possible sources of ignition.
3.8
Allow the engine to cool completely before fuelling.
3.9
Clean the area around the fuel filler cap and remove the cap.
3.10
Slowly fill the engine with fresh unleaded petrol.
DO NOT mix fuel with oil.
3.11
Allow a 25mm gap between the top of the fuel and the top of the fuel tank to allow
for fuel expansion.
3.12
Once fuelling has finished, refit the fuel cap and tighten securely.
Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the machine.
3.13
To prevent gum deposits from forming in fuel system parts such as the carburettor,
fuel hoses or tank during storage. Alcohol blended fuels, ethanol or methanol can
attract moisture, which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system.
Fuel should be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer.
See the Storage section.
Never use engine or carburettor cleaning products in the fuel tank as permanent
damage may occur.
3.14
The requirement for Electrical installations BS7971:2008 requires that the frame and
external electrically conductive part of this generator be properly connected to an
approved earth ground.
3.15
Proper grounding of the generator will prevent electric shock in the event of ground
fault condition in the generator or in connected electrical devices.
3.16
Proper grounding also helps dissipate static electricity, which often builds up in
underground devices.
GROUNDING / EARTHING
