DCA300SSJU4F2 60 HZ GENERATOR• OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/26/18) — PAGE 9
SAFETY INFORMATION
Grounding Safety
DANGER
This generator is equipped with a grounding terminal
attached to the enclosure. Electrical grounding
requirements can differ by State, Province, District,
Municipality, and unique application settings.
For portable and vehicle-mounted generators, Multiquip
recognizes the guidance provided in NEC Handbook
Article 250.34 Parts A and B, and 29 CFR 1926.404
(f) (3) (i). If a more defi nitive earth-to-ground safeguard
is required, please consult a qualifi ed electrician and
reference appropriate National Electrical Code (NEC)
guidelines in establishing an exterior grounding point
generator.
NEVER
use gas piping as an electrical ground.
NOTICE
There is a permanent conductor
bond
between
generator (stator winding) and the frame.
BATTERY SAFETY
DANGER
DO NOT
drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
DO NOT
expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
WARNING
ALWAYS
wear safety glasses when
handling the battery to avoid eye irritation.
The battery contains acids that can cause
injury to the eyes and skin.
Use well-insulated gloves when picking up the battery.
ALWAYS
keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
ALWAYS
recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gasses.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with
clothing or skin
, rinse skin or clothing
immediately with plenty of water.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with
eyes
, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CAUTION
ALWAYS
disconnect the
NEGATIVE battery terminal
before performing service on the generator.
ALWAYS
keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.