Start-up
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Comply with working time regulations in force
in your country.
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Do not leave the operational device unsuper-
vised.
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Never operate the device or the appliances to
be connected to it with damaged protective
devices. Inspect the device for damage be-
fore every use. Have damaged parts re-
placed prior to use.
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Inspect the device for damage and have
damaged parts repaired before restarting the
device.
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In the following cases, switch off the engine,
wait for the device to come to a standstill and
disconnect the spark plug connector:
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Before leaving the device
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After malfunctions have occurred
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If malfunctions and unusual vibrations oc-
cur in the device
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For transport
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Connect the spark plug connector and start
the engine:
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After remedying of malfunctions (see
malfunction table) and testing the device
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After cleaning the device
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Do not eat or drink when adding petrol or en-
gine oil.
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Do not inhale petrol vapours.
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Never lift or carry the device with the engine
running.
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Inspect all operating elements, safety devic-
es, nuts, bolts and studs of the device for
completeness, tightness and sound condi-
tion.
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Do not use bare wires for connection to elec-
trical appliances. Always use compatible ca-
bles and plugs.
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Observe the maximum permitted cable length
when using extension leads or a mobile pow-
er distribution cabinet:
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with Ø 1.5 mm
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with Ø 2.5 mm
4 START-UP
4.1
Earthing the machine (02)
DANGER! Electric shock!
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Do not use a bare wire for earthing.
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Generator must be safely earthed.
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: max. 60 m
2
: max. 100 m
NOTE Use an earthing wire with a cross-
section of at least 2.5 mm
Connecting the earthing wire (02)
1. Press the end of the earthing wire under the
nut of the earthing terminal (02/1).
2. Secure the earthing wire by tightening the
nut.
3. Connect the other end of the earthing wire to
an earthing spike (e. g. metal rod).
4. Put the earthing spike securely into the soil.
4.2
Filling with operating fluids
4.2.1
Safety when filling with petrol and oil
DANGER! Risk of poisoning. The engine
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide that can
kill a person within a few minutes.
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Operate the engine only outdoors, never in a
closed room.
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Do not inhale the engine exhaust gases.
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Switch off the engine if you feel nauseous,
dizzy or weak during use. Immediately con-
sult a doctor.
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Store petrol and engine oil only in containers
designed for this purpose.
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Fill and drain petrol and engine oil only out-
doors and with the engine cooled down.
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Do not add petrol or engine oil with the en-
gine running.
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Do not overfill the tank as the petrol can ex-
pand.
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Do not smoke when refuelling.
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Do not open the fuel filler cap when the en-
gine is running or hot.
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Replace the tank or fuel filler cap if damaged.
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Always close the fuel filler cap tightly.
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If petrol has leaked out:
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Do not start the engine.
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Avoid start attempts.
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Thoroughly clean the device.
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Allow the engine to cool down before re-
filling with petrol and avoid spilling.
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Spilt fuel can cause damage to plastic
parts. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
The warranty does not cover damage to
plastic parts caused by fuel.
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If engine oil has leaked out:
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Do not start the engine.
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for earthing.
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