• Neverusethegeneratororanyofitspartsasastep.Stepping
ontheunitcanstressandbreakparts,andmayresultin
dangerousoperatingconditionsfromleakingexhaustgases,
fuelleakage,oilleakage,etc.
• Onelectricstartmodels,disconnectthePOSITIVE(+)battery
cablefromtheenginestarterORtheNEGATIVE(=)battery
cablefromthebatteryterminal,whicheveris easier,before
transportingthegenerator.
NOTE:
This generatoris equippedwith a spark arrestormuffler. The
spark arrestor must be maintained in effective working order
by the owner/operator.In the State of California, a spark
arrestor is requiredby law (Section 4442 ofthe California
Public Resources Code). Other states may havesimilarlaws.
Federal lawsapply on federal lands.
EXHAUST & LOCATIONHAZARDS
• Never operate in an enclosed area or indoors!NEVERuse
in the home, in a vehicle,or in partlyenclosedareassuch
as garages, even if doors and windowsare open! ONLYuse
outdoors and far from open windows,doors,vents,andinan
areathatwill notaccumulatedeadly exhaust.
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 are open.
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 operation of the
generator.ThegeneratorMUST beoperatedoutdoors.
• This exhaustsystemmust be properly maintained.Do nothing
that mightrendertheexhaustsystemunsafeorinnoncompliance
with any local codes and/orstandards.
• Always use a batteryoperatedcarbonmonoxidealarmindoors,
installedaccordingto the manufacturersinstructions.
• If you start to feet sick, dizzy,or weak after the generatorhas
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. Ensure all appropriate covers, guards and
barriersarein placebeforeoperatingthe 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 approvedearth ground. Local electricalcodes
may also require proper grounding of the generator.Consult
with a localelectricianfor groundingrequirementsin the area.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in any damp or highly
conductivearea(such as metaldecking or steelwork).
• Do not useworn, bare,frayed or otherwise damagedelectrical
cord setswith the generator.
• Beforeperforminganymaintenanceonthegenerator,disconnect
the enginestarting battery (if equipped)to prevent accidental
start up. Disconnectthe cable from the battery post indicated
by a NEGATIVE,NEGor (-) first. Reconnectthat cable last.
• 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 freethevictim from the
live conductor.If the victim is unconscious,applyfirst aid and
getimmediatemedical help.
FIREHAZARDS
• GasolineishighlyFLAMMABLEand itsvaporsare EXPLOSIVE.
Do not permit smoking,open flames, sparksor heat in the
vicinitywhilehandlinggasoline.
• Neveraddfuel while unit is running or hot. Allow engineto cool
completelybeforeaddingfuel.
• Never fill fuel lank 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 gasoline vapors might reachan open
flame, spark or pilot light (as on a furnace, water heater or
clothes dryer). FIREor EXPLOSIONmay result. Allow unit to
cool entirelybeforestorage.
• Wipe up any fuel or oil spills immediately. Ensure that no
combustiblematerialsareleft on or nearthe generator.Keepthe
areasurroundingthe generatorcleanandfree from debrisand
keepa clearanceof five (5) feet on all side to allow for proper
ventilationof the generator.
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