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ndicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,may result
in minor or moderate injury
used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This infor-
mation relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To
help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and
pay attention to these sections.
SAFETY GUIDELINES / DEFINITIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Improper operation or maintenance of this product could result in
serious injury and property damage.
Read and understand all
warnings and operating instructions before using.
RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE
HAZARD
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
HOW TO PREVENT IT
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 endanger repair persons
attempting to restore service.
Never backfeed electricity
through a structure's electrical
system.
Attempting to connect to the in-
coming utility service could result
in electrocution.
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 structure's electrical system
can damage appliances and
WILL VOID
the manufacturer's
warranty.
To connect to a structure's electri-
cal system in a safe manner,
always have a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch installed by a
qualified electrician and in compli-
ance with local ordinances.
(When installing a Double-
Throw Transfer Switch, a mini-
mum of 10 gauge wiring must
be used.)
