SDMO SD 6000 TE-2 Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien page 22

3.2. Checking the fuel level
Stop the engine before filling up with fuel and fill up in a well-ventilated area.
Do not smoke, or bring naked flames or sparks near to the area where you are filling with fuel or where the fuel is
stored.
Danger Only use clean fuel. No water should be present.
Do not overfill the tank (there should not be any fuel in the filler neck).
When you have filled up, ensure that the filler plug is properly tightened.
Take care not to spill any fuel when filling the tank.
If any fuel has been spilt, before starting up the generating set, make sure that it has dried and that any vapours
have cleared.
Open the engine cover by undoing the clamps either side and position the support stay to keep the cover open.
Check the fuel level using the fuel gauge (no. 2 diag. A) and fill with fuel if necessary. If it is necessary:
Unscrew the fuel tank plug (no. 1, diag. D).
Fill the tank using a funnel, taking care not to spill any fuel.
Screw the fuel filler plug back onto the fuel tank.
Remove the support stay and replace it in its housing, then close the engine cover and lock the clamps.
3.3. Checking the starter battery
Never place the battery close to a flame or fire.
Use only insulated tools.
Danger Never use sulphuric acid or acid water to top up the electrolyte level.
Ensure that the battery "-" terminal is connected to the circuit correctly.
3.4. Earthing the generating set
To earth the generating set, use a 10 mm2 copper wire attached to the generating set earth connection and to an earthing rod of
galvanised steel set in the ground to a depth of 1 metre. This also dissipates the static electricity that builds up in the electrical
machines.
3.5. Positioning the generating set for operation
Place the generating set on a flat, horizontal surface which is firm enough to prevent the set sinking down (under no circumstances
should the set tilt any direction by more than 10°).
Choose a site that is clean, well-ventilated and sheltered from bad weather, and store the additional supplies of oil and fuel within
close proximity, although respecting a certain distance for safety.