SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIDNS- Themanufacturersuggeststhattheserulesfor safeoperationhecopiedandpostednearthe unit's
installationsite.Safetyshouldhestressedto all operatorsand potentialoperatorsof thisequipment.
• When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times.
Never work on the equipment when physically or mentally
fatigued.
• Neveruse the generatoror anyof 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.
EXHAUST& LOCATIONHAZARDS
• NEVERoperate in an enclosed area or indoors!NEVERuse
in the home,in a vehicle,or in partly enclosed areas such
as garages,EVENIF doorsand windowsare open! ONLYuse
outdoors and far from openwindows, doors,vents,andinan
areathatwill notaccumulatedeadlyexhaust.
Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is
a poison you cannot see or smell.
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,can causeunconsciousnessor 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.ThegeneratorMUST beoperatedoutdoors.
• This exhaustsystemmust be properlymaintained.Do nothing
that mightrendertheexhaustsystemunsafeorinnoncompliance
with any localcodes and/orstandards.
• Alwaysusea batteryoperatedcarbon monoxidealarm indoors,
installedaccordingto the manufacturer'sinstructions.
• If you start to feet sick, dizzy,or weak after the generator has
beenrunning,moveto fresh air IMMEDIATELYSeea doctor,as
you couldhavecarbonmonoxidepoisoning.
ELECTRICALHAZARDS
• The generator produces dangerously high voltage when in
operation.Avoidcontactwith barewires,terminals,connections,
etc., while the unit is running, even on equipmentconnected
to the generator. Ensureall appropriate covers, guards and
barriersarein place beforeoperatingthe generator.
• Never handle any kind of electrical cord or device while
standinginwater,while barefootorwhile handsor feet arewet.
DANGEROUSELECTRICALSHOCKMAYRESULT.
• TheNationalElectricCode (NEC)requirestheframe andexternal
electrically conductive parts of the generator be properly
connectedto an approvedearthground.Local electricalcodes
may also require proper grounding of the generator.Consult
with a localelectricianfor groundingrequirementsin thearea.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in any damp or highly
conductivearea(such as metaldecking or steelwork).
• Do not useworn, bare,frayed or otherwisedamagedelectrical
cord setswith the generator.
• In caseof accident causedby electric shock, immediatelyshut
down the source of electrical power. If this is not possible,
attempt to free the victim from the live conductor. AVOID
DIRECTCONTACTWITH THEVICTIM. Use a non-conducting
implement,such as a rope or board,to free the victim from the
live conductor.If the victim is unconscious, apply first aid and
getimmediatemedical help.
FIREHAZARDS
• GasolineishighlyFLAMMABLEand itsvaporsare EXPLOSIVE.
Do not permitsmoking,open flames, sparksor heat in the
vicinitywhilehandlinggasoline.
• Never add fuel while unitis runningor hot. Allow engineto
cool completelybefore addingfuel.
• Never fill fuel tank indoors, Comply with all laws regulating
storageand handlingof gasoline.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room for fuel
expansion.If tank is over=filled,fuel can overflow onto a hot
engineandcauseFIREor an EXPLOSION.Neverstoregenerator
with fuel in tank where gasolinevapors might reachan open
flame, spark or pilot light (as on a furnace, water heateror
clothes dryer). FIREor EXPLOSIONmay result. Allow unit to
cool entirelybefore storage.
• Wipe up any fuel or oil spills immediately.Ensure that no
combustiblematerialsareleft on or nearthe generator.Keepthe
areasurroundingthe generatorclean andfree from debris and
keepa clearanceof five (5) feet on all side to allow for proper
ventilationofthe generator.
• Do notinsert objectsthrough unit's cooling slots.
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