Powerhouse 500Wi, Owner'S Manual

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5 500Wi OM
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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This generator is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to
instructions.
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Read and understand the Owner's Manual before operating the generator. Failure to do
so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
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Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide. Never run the generator in an
enclosed area.
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Be sure to provide adequate ventilation.
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The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for several minutes after
stopping the engine.
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Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot.
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Let the engine cool before storing the generator indoors.
To ensure safe operation
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Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Refuel in a well
ventilated area with the engine stopped.
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Keep away from cigarette smoke and sparks when refueling the generator.
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Wipe up spilled gasoline at once.
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This generator is not intended, nor designed, for use as a standby power supply and
should never be used as such. Severe property damage and/or severe personal injury or
death may result. Never connect this generator to an automatic transfer switch (ATS).
Severe damage to the generator will occur.
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To avoid accidents or equipment damage, always make a pre-operation inspection
before you start the engine.
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Place the generator at least 3 ft (1 m) away from buildings or other equipment during
operation.
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Operate the generator on a level surface. If the generator is tilted, fuel spillage may
result.
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Know how to stop the generator quickly and understand operation of all controls. Never
permit anyone to operate the generator without proper instructions.
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Keep children and pets away from the generator when it is in operation.
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Keep away from moving parts while the generator is running.
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Generators are a potential source of electrical shocks when misused; do not operate with
wet hands.
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Do not operate the generator in rain or snow and do not let it get wet.
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Do not operate this generator inside a compartment. Doing so may lead to overheating
and consequently, fire. It may also lead to death by asphyxiation.
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Do not modify the enclosure of this generator.