5 - ENG
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Tampering with factory
set engine speed
settings.
Engine speed has been fac to ry
set to provide safe op er a tion.
Tampering with the engine
speed adjustment could re sult in
overheating of attachments and
could cause a fire.
Never attempt to "speed-up"
the en gine to obtain more per for-
mance. Both the output voltage
and fre quen cy will be thrown
out of stan dard by this prac tice,
endangering attachments and
the user.
Overfilling the fuel tank
– fuel spillage.
Spilled fuel and its vapors
can become ignited from hot
surfaces or sparks.
Use care in filling the tank to
avoid spilling fuel. Make sure
fuel cap is secured tightly and
check engine for fuel leaks
before starting engine. Move
generator away from refueling
area or any spillage before
starting engine. Allow for fuel
expansion. Keep maximum fuel
level 1/2 inch (12.7 ml) below the
top of the fuel tank. Never refuel
with the engine running.
RISK OF INJURY AND PROPERTY
DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING
GENERATOR
HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
Fire, Inhalation,
Damage to Vehicle
Surfaces
Fuel or oil can leak or spill and
could result in fire or breathing
hazard, se ri ous injury or death
can result. Fuel or oil leaks will
damage carpet, paint or other
surfaces in vehicles or trailers.
If generator is equipped with
a fuel shut-off valve, turn
the valve to the off position
before transporting to avoid
fuel leaks. If generator is not
equipped with a fuel shut-off
valve, drain the fuel from tank
before transporting. Transport
fuel only in an OSHA approved
container. Always place
generator on a protective mat
when transporting to protect
against damage to vehicle from
leaks. Keep generator level at
all times to prevent fuel spillage.
Remove generator from vehicle
immediate ly upon arrival at your
destination.
RISK OF BREATHING -
INHALATION HAZARD
HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
Gasoline engines
produce toxic car bon
monoxide exhaust
fumes.
Breathing exhaust fumes will
cause se ri ous injury or death.
Operate generator in clean, dry,
well ventilated area. Never oper-
ate unit in enclosed areas such
as garages, basements, stor-
age, sheds, or in any location
occupied by humans or an i mals.
Keep chil dren, pets and oth ers
away from area of op erating
unit. DO NOT OPERATE
GENERATOR INDOORS OR IN
ANY CONFINED AREA.
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