GENERATOR SAFETY
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Fire and Burn Hazards
• The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
– Keep the generator at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from buildings and any
type of vehicle, trailer, boat, or other equipment during operation.
– Do not enclose the generator in any structure.
– Keep flammable materials away from the generator.
– Do not block intake or exhaust vents, hoses, ports, or restrict air into or
away from generator.
– Do not add, remove, or modify covers, panels, cowlings, or straps.
• Some parts of the internal combustion engine are hot and may cause burns.
Pay attention to the warnings on the generator.
• The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while
after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot.
Let the engine cool before storing the generator.
• Do not pour the water directly on the generator to put out the fire when it
occurs. Use an appropriate fire extinguisher specially designed for electric fire
or oil fire.
• If you inhale fumes produced by an accidental fire with the generator, consult
a doctor and have medical treatment immediately.
Refuel With Care
Gasoline is highly flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.
• Do not refuel during operation.
• Allow the engine to cool if it has been in operation.
• Refuel only outdoors in a well-ventilated area and on a level surface.
• Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank.
• Make sure that any spilled fuel has been wiped up and cleaned before
starting the engine.
• Always store gasoline in an approved container.
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