Figure 14-27.—Floodlight unit.CAUTIONDo NOT idle the engine with thegenerator excited. If the engine is idled withthe generator excited, excessive field currentmay burn out the generator field winding.SafetySafety is a vital part of floodlight operation. Manyfloodlight safety practices are simple and obvious.Major safety precautions applicable to floodlightoperation and care are as follows:Always pipe exhaust fumes outside whenoperating a floodlight unit in an enclosed area.Always ground the unit before it is placed intooperation.Always stop the unit before servicing with fuelor lubricants.CAUTIONDo NOT shut the engine down when thegenerator is under load. If you are notqualified to secure the generator, findsomeone who is.Do not allow extension cords to contact sharpobjects, oil or grease, hot surfaces, or chemicals.Extension cords should not be allowed to kink orbe left where they might be run over.Replace damaged cords. They are NOT to bepatched with tape.Store cords in their proper place, coiled loosely.Wear hearing protection when in the vicinity ofa running generator.Do not attempt to install, hook up, or place anyelectrical apparatus when your hands are wet orwhen you are wearing wet clothing or shoes.Whenever it becomes necessary to check acircuit, have a Construction Electrician (CE) do thiswith appropriate testing equipment.14-23
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