Porter-Cable BSI550, Instruction Manual

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Attempting to connect generator
directly to the electrical system of
any building structure.
Back feeding electricity through a
building’s electrical system to the
outside utility feed lines could endan-
ger repair persons attempting to re-
store service.
Attempting to connect to the incom-
ing utility service could result in elec-
trocution.
Restoration of electrical service while
the generator is connected to the
incoming utility could result in a fire
or serious damage if an isolator
switch is not installed.
Failure to use a double throw transfer
switch when connecting to a struc-
ture's electrical system can damage
appliances and
WILL VOID the man-
ufacturer's warranty.
Never backfeed electricity through
a structure's electrical system.
To connect to a structure's electri-
cal system in a safe manner,
always have a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch installed by a quali-
fied electrician and in compliance
with local ordinances.
(When in-
stalling a Double-Throw Transfer
Switch, a minimum of 10 gauge
wiring must be used.)
HAZARD
HOW TO PREVENT IT
WHAT COULD HAPPEN
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
When using this product basic precautions should always be fol-
lowed including the following:
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZARD
THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR
LOSS OF LIFE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZ-
ARD THAT
MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
OR LOSS OF LIFE.
Information for preventing damage to
equipment.
Information that you should pay special
attention to.
This manual contains information that
is important for you to know and un-
derstand. This information relates to
protecting
YOUR SAFETY and PRE-
VENTING EQUIPMENT PROB-
LEMS . To help you recognize this
information, we use symbols to the
right. Please read the manual and pay
attention to these sections.
Improper storage of extension
cord Extension cord can come into contact
with hot engine parts resulting in
damage. Using a damaged extension
cord can result in electrocution or
death. Never fold handle over hot engine
with extension cord wrapped on
storage bracket.