DANGER indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, WILL result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING indicates a
potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate personal injury, or
property damage.
SAFETY AND OPERATION RULES
WARNING - Failure to follow these instructions
and warnings may result in death, personal
injury, or property damage.
1. Read carefully and understand operator manual prior to
operation of this product. Read and understand engine
manual prior to operation. Follow all warnings and
instructions.
2. Know your equipment. Consider the applications,
limitations, and the potential hazards specific to your
unit.
3. Equipment must be placed on a firm, supporting
surface.
4. Load must be kept within rating stated on generator
nameplate. Overloading will damage the unit or
shorten its life.
5. Engine must not be run at excessive speeds. Operating
an engine at excessive speeds increases the hazard of
personal injury.
Do not tamper with parts which may increase or
decrease the governed speed.
6. To prevent accidental starting, always remove the spark
plug or cable from the spark plug before maintaining
the generator or engine.
7. Units with broken or missing parts, or without
protective housing or covers, should never be operated.
Contact your service center for replacement parts.
8. Units should not be operated or stored in wet or damp
conditions or on highly conductive locations such as
metal decking and steel work.
9. Keep the generator clean and free of oil, mud and other
foreign matter.
10. Extension cords, power cords, and all electrical
equipment must be in good condition. Never operate
electrical equipment with damaged or defective cords.
11. Store the generator in a well ventilated area with the
fuel tank empty. Fuel should not be stored near the
generator.
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12. Your generator should never be operated under these
conditions:
a. Uncontrolled change in engine speed. (Note: The
optional idle control feature will reduce the engine
speed in a “No Load” condition.)
b. Electrical output loss.
c. Overheating in connected equipment.
d. Sparking.
e. Damaged receptacles.
f. Engine misfire.
g. Excessive vibration.
h. Flame or smoke.
i. Enclosed compartment.
j. Rain or inclement weather. Do not let the unit get
wet when operating.
13. Check the fuel system periodically for leaks or signs of
deterioration such as chafed or spongy hose, loose or
missing clamps, or damaged tank or cap. All defects
should be corrected before operation.
14. The generator should be operated, serviced, and
refueled only under the following conditions:
a. Start and run the generator outdoors. Do not run
the generator in an enclosed area, even if doors or
windows are open; avoid areas where vapors may
be trapped, such as pits, garages, cellars,
excavations and boat bilges.
DANGER - CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD:
The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a
poisonous, odorless, invisible gas which, if
breathed, may cause death or serious personal
injury. If you start to feel sick, dizzy or weak
while using the generator, shut it off and get to
fresh air right away; you may have carbon
monoxide poisoning.
b. Good ventilation for cooling. Air flow and
temperatures are important for air cooled units.
Temperatures should not exceed 104º F ambient
(40º C).
c. Refuel the generator in a well lighted area. Avoid
fuel spills and never refuel while the generator is
running. Allow engine to cool for two minutes prior
to refueling.
d. Do not refuel near open flames, pilot lights, or
sparking electrical equipment such as power tools,
welders, and grinders.
e. The muffler and air cleaner must be installed and in
good condition at all times as they function as flame
arresters if backfiring occurs.
f. Do not smoke near the generator.
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