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General Safety Precautions (cont’d)
Gasoline and Oil (cont’d)
• Gasoline fuel and fumes are flammable and potentially explosive. Use proper fuel
storage and handling procedures. Always have multiple ABC class fire
extinguishers nearby.
• Keep the generator and surrounding area clean at all times. Keep the generator
at least 5 feet away from buildings and other equipment during operation.
• Fuel or oil spills must be cleaned up immediately. Dispose of fluids and cleaning
materials as per any local, state, or federal codes and regulations. Store oily rags
in a covered metal container.
• Never store fuel or other flammable materials near the generator.
• Do not smoke, or allow sparks, flames or other sources of ignition around the
engine and fuel tank. Fuel vapors are explosive.
• Keep grounded conductive objects, such as tools, away from exposed, live
electrical parts and connections to avoid sparking or arcing. These events could
ignite fumes or vapors.
• Do not refill the fuel tank while the engine is running or while the engine is still
hot. Do not operate the generator with known leaks in the fuel system.
• Excessive buildup of unburned fuel gases in the exhaust system can create a
potentially explosive condition. This buildup can occur after repeated failed start
attempts, valve testing, or hot engine shutdown. If this occurs, open exhaust
system drain plugs, if equipped, and allow the gases to dissipate before
attempting to restart the generator.
• Use only engine manufacturer recommended fuel and oil.
Hot Components
WARNING!
HOT EXHAUST CAN BURN YOU. ENGINE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM
PARTS BECOME VERY HOT AND REMAIN HOT FOR SOME TIME
AFTER THE ENGINE IS RUN. WEAR INSULATED GLOVES OR WAIT
UNTIL THE ENGINE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM HAVE COOLED BEFORE
HANDLING THESE PARTS.
Work Area
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Generators create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a generator.
Provide barriers or shields as needed.
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