i/_This symbol points out potential fire hazard.
This symbol points out potential electrical
shock hazard.
GENERAL HAZARDS
* NEVERoperate in an enclosed area, in a vehicle, or indoors
EVENIFdoors and windows areopen.
* For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends that the
maintenanceof this equipmentis carried out by an Authorized
Dealer.Inspectthe generatorregularly,and contactthe nearest
AuthorizedDealerfor parts needingrepair or replacement.
* Operategeneratoronly on levelsurfacesandwhereit will not be
exposedto excessivemoisture,dirt, dust or corrosivevapors.
* Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans,
and othermoving parts. Neverremoveanyfan guardor shield
whilethe unitis operating.
* Certain parts of the generator get extremely hot during
operation. Keep clear of the generatoruntil it has cooled to
avoidsevereburns.
* Do NOToperategeneratorin the rain.
* Do not alter the construction of the generator or change
controlswhich might createan unsafeoperatingcondition.
* Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected
to receptaclesAND with connecteddevicesturned ON. Start
the engine and let it stabilize before connecting electrical
loads. Disconnectall electricalloadsbeforeshuttingdown the
generator.
* Do notinsert objectsthrough unit's coolingslots.
* When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times.
Never work on the equipment when physically or mentally
fatigued.
* Neverusethe generatoror any of its parts as a step. Stepping
on the unit can stress and break parts, and may result in
dangerousoperating conditions from leakingexhaust gases,
fuel leakage,oil leakage,etc.
NOTE:
This generatormaybe equippedwith a spark arrestormuffler.
The spark arrestor must be maintainedin effective working
orderbytheowner/operator.In theStateof California, a spark
arrestor is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may havesimilar laws.
Federallawsapply on federallands.
EXHAUST & LOCATIONHAZARDS
• Never operatein an enclosedareaor indoors!NEVERuse in
thehome,in a vehicle, or in partlyenclosedareas suchas
garages,EVENiF doors and windowsare open! ONLYuse
outdoors and far from open windows,doors, vents,andinan
areathatwill notaccumulate deadly exhaust.
Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU iN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is
a poison you cannot see or smeJJ.
NEVER use insidea home
or garage, EVEN iF doors
and windows areopen.
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
* The engine exhaustfumes contain carbon monoxide, which
you cannot see or smell. This poisonous gas, if breathedin
sufficientconcentrations,cancause unconsciousnessor even
death.
* Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air
is critical to correct generator operation. Do not alter the
installation or permit even partial blockage of ventilation
provisions, as this can seriously affect safe operationof the
generator.The generatorMUSTbeoperatedoutdoors.
* This exhaustsystem must be properlymaintained.Do nothing
thatmightrenderthe exhaustsystemunsafeorinnoncompliance
with any localcodes and/orstandards.
* Alwaysusea batteryoperatedcarbon monoxidealarm indoors,
installedaccordingto themanufacturer'sinstructions.
* If you start to feel sick, dizzy,or weak after the generatorhas
beenrunning,move tofresh air IMMEDIATELYSeea doctor,as
you couldhavecarbonmonoxidepoisoning.
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