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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
Since there are many variations in the circumstances sur-
rounding the installation, operation, and maintenance of
this generator unit, we cannot possibly anticipate or pro-
vide advice or safety messages to cover every situation.
Safety Messages
Signal Words
Safety messages are provided throughout this manual to
help prevent personal injury and equipment damage. All
safety messages are introduced by a signal word indicat-
ing the hazard level.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
In addition to the signal words described above, the fol-
lowing symbols may be used to draw your attention to
specific types of hazards.
ANYONE using or servicing generator must read, understand, and follow all safety and operation instructions pro-
vided in product manual. Failure to closely follow these instructions can result in circumstances leading to death, seri-
ous injury, and property damage.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury to the operator or
to bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury to the operator or
to bystanders.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, may result in
moderate or minor injury to the operator
or to bystanders.
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided,
may result in damage to generator com-
ponents.
Explosion
Toxic fumes
Fire
Chemical burn
Electrical shock
Hot surface
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poi-
son you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside a home
or garage, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and far
away from windows, doors, and
vents.
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