Troy-Bilt 030247 - Safety Rules

Section 1: Safety Rules
WARNING
Operate generator ONLY outdoors.
Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.
DO NOT operate generator inside an/ building or enclosure
(even if doors or windows are open), including the generator
compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV).
WARNING
When using generator for backup power, notify utility
company. Use approved transfer equipment to isolate
generator from electric utility.
Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in any damp or
highly conductive area, such as metal decking or steel work.
DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are worn,
fraved, bare or otherwise damaged.
DO NOT operate generator in the rain or wet weather.
DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while sanding
in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet
• DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or
service generator.
^ WARNING
retraction of starter corci (kickback) will
you can let go.
"token bones, fr.ictures. bruises or spr.iins could
When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt
and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in
and turned on.
WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL
• Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before
removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in
tank.
• Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
• DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.
Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and
other ignition sources.
• DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT
• Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in place.
• DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
• Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to
spill.
• This generator is not for use in mobile equipment or marine
applications.
WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING
EQUIPMENT
• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff
valve OFF.
• Disconnect spark plug wire.
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL
IN TANK
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes
dryers or other appliances that have pilot light or other
ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors.
A WARNING
This generator does not meet U. S. Coast Guard Regulation
33CFR-I83 and should not be used on marine applications.
Failure to use the appropriate U. S. Coast Guard approved
generator could resulc in death or serious injury and/or
property
damage.