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Risk of injury and property damage when transporting generator
Hazard
What could happen
How to prevent it
Fire, Inhalation, Damage to Vehicle
Surfaces
Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could
result in fire or breathing hazard,
serious injury or death can result. Fuel
or oil leaks can damage carpet, paint
or other surfaces in vehicles or trailers.
The generator is equipped with a
fuel cock valve, turn the valve to the
off position before transporting to
avoid fuel leaks. Transport fuel only
in an approved fuel container. Always
place generator on a protective mat
when transporting to protect against
damage to vehicle from leaks. Remove
generator from vehicle immediately
upon arrival at your destination.
Risk of breathing - inhalation hazard
Hazard
What could happen
How to prevent it
Gasoline engines produce toxic
carbon monoxide exhaust fumes.
Breathing exhaust fumes will cause
serious injury or death.
Operate generator in clean, dry, well
ventilated area. Never operate unit
in enclosed areas such as garages,
basements, storage, sheds, or in
any location occupied by humans or
animals. Keep children, pets and others
away from area of operating unit.
Risk of unsafe operation
Hazard
What could happen
How to prevent it
Operation of generator in careless
manner.
All sources of energy include the
potential for injury. Unsafe operation
or maintenance of your generator
could lead to serious injury or death
to you or others.
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Review and understand all of the
operating instructions and warnings
in this manual.
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Become familiar with the operation
and controls of the generator. Know
how to shut it off quickly.
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Equip area of operation with a fire
extinguisher certified to handle
gasoline or fuel fires.
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Keep children or others away from
the generator at all times.
