Valsi GT140MG2200RV, Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

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FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and
on your product safety signs. Keep safety signs in good
condition.
R e p l a c e m i s s i n g o r
damaged safety signs.
Be sure new product
components and repair
parts include the current
safety signs.
Learn how to operate the
product and how to use
controls properly. Do not
let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your product in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the product may impair
the function and/or safety and affect product life.
If you do no understand any part of this manual and
need assistance, contact your Distributor.
RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
This is the safety alert symbol.
When you see this symbol on your
product or in this manual, be alert to the
potential for personal injury.
Follow recommended precautions and
safe operating practices.
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
A signal word-- DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION -
is used with the safety-alert
symbol.
DANGER identifies the most
serious hazards.
DANGER or WARNING safety
signs are located near specific hazards. General
precautions are listed on
CAUTION safety signs.
CAUTION also calls attention to safety messages in this
manual.
SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING WARNING
The engine exhaust from
this product, contains
chemicals known to the
State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
This product contains
one or more chemicals
known to the State of
California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
WORK IN A vENTILATED AREA
Engine exhaust fumes can cause
sickness or death. If it is necessary
to run an engine in an enclosed
area, remove the exhaust fumes
from the area with an exhaust pipe
extension.
If you do not have an exhaust pipe
extension, do not use the generator
in an enclosed area.
D R A I N G A S O L I N E W H E N S T O R I N G Y O U R
PRODUCT
Gasoline stored in fuel tank can
explode.
Never store your product with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark.
Always drain gasoline from fuel
tank and carburetor bowl when storing your product.
Allow engine to cool before storing.
HANDLE FUEL SAFETY-AvOID FIRES
Handle fuel with care: it is highly flammable. Do not refuel
the product while smoking or when near open flame or
sparks.
Always stop engine before
refueling product. Fill fuel
tank outdoors. Prevent fires
by keeping product clean of
accumulated trash, grease and
debris. Always clean up spilled
fuel.
P R E P A R E F O R
EMERGENCIES
Be prepared if a fire
starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire
extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers
for doctors, ambulance
service, hospital and fire
department near your
telephone.
INSPECT YOUR GENERATOR
Be sure all covers, guards and shields are in place.
Locate all operating controls and safety labels.
SERvICE GENERATOR SAFELY
Before servicing your generator, disconnect all plug wires,
and allow unit to cool down.
Service generator in a clean dry flat area. If applicable,
block wheels to prevent unit from rolling.
WEAR PROTECTIvE CLOTHING
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate to the job.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment
or loss of hearing. Wear a suitable hearing protective
device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against
objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.
Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of
the operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones
while operating equipment.