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• Neverusethegeneratororanyofitspartsasastep.Stepping
ontheunitcanstressandbreakparts,andmayresultin
dangerousoperatingconditionsfromleakingexhaustgases,
fuelleakage,oilleakage,etc.
• Onelectricstartmodels,disconnectthePOSITIVE(+) battery
cablefromtheenginestarterORtheNEGATIVE(-) battery
cablefromthebatteryterminal,whicheveris easier,before
transportingthegenerator.
EXHAUST& LOCATIONHAZARDS
• Never operate in an enclosed area or indoors!NEVERuse
in the home, in a vehicle,or in partly enclosed areas such
as garages,evenif doors and windowsare open! ONLYuse
outdoors and far from openwindows,doors, vents, and inan
area that will not accumulatedeadly 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 insidea home
or garage, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents=
• The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which
you cannot see or smell. This poisonous gas, if breathed in
sufficient concentrations, can cause unconsciousnessor 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 operation of the
generator.The generatorMUST be operatedoutdoors.
• This exhaust system must be properly maintained.Do nothing
that mightrenderthe exhaustsystemunsafeorinnoncompliance
with any local codes and/or standards.
• Always use a battery operatedcarbon monoxidealarm indoors,
installedaccordingto the manufacturersinstructions.
• If you start to feet sick, dizzy, or weak after the generator has
beenrunning,move to fresh air IMMEDIATELYSeea doctor,as
you could have carbon monoxidepoisoning.
ELECTRICALHAZARDS
• The generator produces dangerously high voltage when in
operation.Avoidcontactwith barewires,terminals,connections,
etc., while the unit is running, even on equipment connected
to the generator. Ensure all appropriate covers, guards and
barriers are in place beforeoperatingthe generator.
• Never handle any kind of electrical cord or device while
standinginwater,while barefoot or while handsor feet arewet.
DANGEROUSELECTRICALSHOCKMAY RESULT.
• TheNationalElectricCode (NEC)requirestheframe andexternal
electrically conductive parts of the generator be properly
connectedto an approvedearth ground. Local electricalcodes
may also require proper grounding of the generator.Consult
with a local electricianfor groundingrequirementsin the area.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in any damp or highly
conductivearea(such as metaldecking or steelwork).
• Do not useworn, bare,frayed or otherwise damagedelectrical
cord sets with the generator.
• Beforeperforminganymaintenanceon thegenerator,disconnect
the enginestarting battery (if equipped) to prevent accidental
start up. Disconnectthe cable from the battery post indicated
by a NEGATIVE,NEGor (-) first. Reconnectthat cable last.
• In case of accident causedby electric shock, immediatelyshut
down the source of electrical power. If this is not possible,
attempt to free the victim from the live conductor. AVOID
DIRECTCONTACTWITH THE VICTIM, Use a non-conducting
implement,such as a rope or board,to free the victim from the
live conductor.If the victim is unconscious, apply first aid and
get immediatemedical help.
FIREHAZARDS
• GasolineishighlyFLAMMABLEand itsvaporsare EXPLOSIVE.
Do not permit smoking,open flames, sparks or heat in the
vicinitywhile handling gasoline.
• Neveradd fuel while unit is running or hot. Allow engineto cool
completelybefore addingfuel.
• Never fill fuel tank indoors.Comply with all laws regulating
storageand handlingof gasoline.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room for fuel
expansion.If tank is over=filled,fuel can overflow onto a hot
engineandcauseFIREor an EXPLOSION.Neverstoregenerator
with fuel in tank where gasoline vapors might reach an open
flame, spark or pilot light (as on a furnace, water heater or
clothes dryer). FIREor EXPLOSIONmay result. Allow unit to
cool entirelybefore storage.
• Wipe up any fuel or oil spills immediately. Ensure that no
combustiblematerialsare left on or nearthe generator.Keepthe
areasurroundingthe generatorclean and free from debris and
keep a clearance of five (5) feet on all side to allow for proper
ventilationof the generator.
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