1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure safe operation
WARNING
This
generator is designed to give safe and depend-
Read and understand the Owner's Manual before op-
erating the generator. Failure to do so could result in
WARNING
WARNING
able service if operated according to instructions.
personal injury or equipment damage.
Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide.
Never run the generator in an enclosed area.
Be sure to provide adequate ventilation.
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and
remains hot for a while after stopping the engine.
Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot.
Let the engine cool before storing the generator indoors.
The engine exhaust system will be heated during
operation and remain hot immediately after stopping
the engine.
To prevent scalding, pay attention to the warning marks
attached to the generator.
WARNING
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure safe operation --
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped.
Keep away from cigarette, smoke and sparks when refueling the
generator, Always refuel in a well-ventilated location.
Wipe up spilled gasoline at once.
WARNING
Connections for standby power to a building's
electrical system must be made by a qualified
electrician and must comply with all applicable laws
and electrical codes. Improper connections can allow
electrical current from the generator to back feed into
the utility lines. Such back feed may electrocute utility
company workers or others who contact the lines
during a power outage, and when utility power is
restored, the generator may explode, burn, or cause
fires in the building's electrical system.
WARNING
Always make a pre-operation inspection (page 9) before you start the
engine. You may prevent an accident or equipment damage.
Place the generator at least 1m(3ft) away from buildings or other
equipment during operation.
Operate the generator on a level surface. if the generator is tiled, fuel
spillage may result.
Know how to stop the generator quickly and understand operation of all
the controls. Never permit anyone to operate the generator without proper
instructions.
Keep children and pets away from the generator when it is in operation.
Keep away from rotating parts while the generator is running.
The generator is a potential source of electrical shocks when misused; do
not operate with wet hands.
Do not operate the generator in rain or snow and do not let it get wet.
