• Neverusethe generatoror anyof its parts as a step. Stepping
on the unit can stress and break parts, and may result in
dangerousoperating conditions from leakingexhaust gases,
fuel leakage,oil leakage,etc.
• Onelectricstart models,disconnectthe POSITIVE(+) battery
cable from the engine starter ORthe NEGATIVE(=) battery
cable from the battery terminal, whichever is easier, before
transportingthe generator.
EXHAUST& LOCATIONHAZARDS
• Never operate in an enclosed area or indoors!NEVERuse
in the home, in a vehicle,or in partlyenclosed areassuch
as garages,evenif doors and windowsare open! ONLYuse
outdoors and far from openwindows,doors, vents,andinan
areathatwill notaccumulatedeadly exhaust.
Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU IN MINUTES,
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is
a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside a home
or garage, EVENIF doors
and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors_ and vents,
• The engine exhaustfumes contain carbon monoxide, which
you cannot see or smell. This poisonous gas, if breathedin
sufficientconcentrations,can causeunconsciousnessor even
death.
• Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air
is critical to correct generator operation. Do not alter the
installation or permit even partial blockage of ventilation
provisions, as this can seriously affect safe operationof the
generator.ThegeneratorMUSTbeoperatedoutdoors.
• Thisexhaustsystemmust be properlymaintained.Do nothing
that mightrendertheexhaustsystemunsafeorinnoncompliance
with any localcodes and/orstandards.
• Alwaysuseabatteryoperatedcarbonmonoxidealarmindoors,
installedaccordingto themanufacturersinstructions.
• If you start to feet sick, dizzy,or weak after the generatorhas
beenrunning,moveto fresh air IMMEDIATELYSeea doctor,as
you couldhavecarbonmonoxidepoisoning.
ELECTRICALHAZARDS
• The generator produces dangerouslyhigh voltage when in
operation.Avoidcontactwithbarewires,terminals,connections,
etc., while the unit is running,even on equipmentconnected
to the generator. Ensureall appropriate covers, guards and
barriersarein placebeforeoperatingthegenerator.
• Never handle any kind of electrical cord or device while
standinginwater,while barefootorwhile handsor feet arewet.
DANGEROUSELECTRICALSHOCKMAYRESULT.
• TheNationalElectricCode(NEC)requirestheframe andexternal
electrically conductive parts of the generator be properly
connectedto an approvedearthground.Local electricalcodes
may also require proper grounding of the generator.Consult
with a localelectricianfor groundingrequirementsin thearea.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in any damp or highly
conductivearea(such as metaldecking or steelwork).
• Do not useworn, bare,frayedor otherwisedamagedelectrical
cord setswith the generator.
• Beforeperforminganymaintenanceonthegenerator,disconnect
the enginestarting battery (if equipped)to preventaccidental
start up. Disconnectthe cablefrom the batterypost indicated
by a NEGATIVE,NEGor (-) first. Reconnectthat cable last.
• In caseof accidentcausedby electricshock,immediatelyshut
down the source of electrical power. If this is not possible,
attempt to free the victim from the live conductor. AVOID
DIRECTCONTACTWITH THEVICTIM. Use a non-conducting
implement,such asa rope or board,to freethevictim from the
live conductor.If the victim is unconscious,applyfirst aid and
getimmediatemedical help.
FIREHAZARDS
• Gasolineishighly FLAMMABLEand itsvaporsare EXPLOSIVE.
Do not permitsmoking,open flames, sparksor heat in the
vicinitywhile handling gasoline.
• Neveraddfuel whileunit isrunningor hot. Allow engineto cool
completelybeforeaddingfuel.
• Never fill fuel tank indoors, Comply with all laws regulating
storageand handlingof gasoline.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow roomfor fuel
expansion.If tank is over=filled,fuel can overflow onto a hot
engineandcauseFIREor an EXPLOSION.Neverstoregenerator
with fuel in tank where gasolinevapors might reachan open
flame, spark or pilot light (as on a furnace, water heateror
clothes dryer). FIREor EXPLOSIONmay result. Allow unit to
cool entirelybeforestorage.
• Wipe up any fuel or oil spills immediately.Ensure that no
combustiblematerialsareleft on or nearthegenerator.Keepthe
areasurroundingthe generatorcleanandfree from debrisand
keepa clearanceof five (5) feet on all side to allow for proper
ventilationofthe generator.