TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING GENERATOR
Turn off the generator before transport. Use caution when moving the genera-
tor. Oil can leak or spill and could result in fire or breathing hazard, serious injury or
death. Oil leaks will damage carpet, paint, or other surfaces in vehicles or trailers. Be
sure to use the handle to lift or carry the generator.
• The wheel kit is not designed for over-the-road use. generator
must be transported in a vehicle or on a trailer.
• Unit is heavy. Take care when lifting or moving unit.
• Transport or repair with fuel tank EMPTY to prevent an unintentional
spark igniting fuel vapors resulting in a fire or an explosion.
• Transport or repair with spark plug wire DISCONNECTED.
• Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers, and all
other appliances with pilot lights or other ignition sources. These appliances
can heat fuel tanks and ignition sources can ignite fuel vapors.
STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN FUEL TANK
Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters,
clothes dryers, and all other appliances with pilot lights or other ignition
sources. These appliances can heat fuel tanks and ignition sources can
ignite fuel vapors.
SAFETY RULES FOR GENERATORS
This generator does not meet U.S. Coast Guard Regula-
tion 33CFR-183 and should not be used on marine applications. USCG
Regulation 33CFR183 requires all electrical devices to be “ignition protect-
ed” when used in a gasoline-fueled (gaseous) environments such as engine
room or near fuel tanks. Failure to use appropriate U.S. Coast Guard
approved engine could result in death, serious injury or severe burns and
property damage.
Do not operate the generator in explosive areas, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Generators can cre-
ate sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Never use the generator in damp or wet locations.
Wear proper apparel.
Remove your jewelry before using generator. Do not
wear loose clothing, necklaces, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry, which may get
caught in moving parts. Nonskid footwear and electrically non-conductive
gloves are highly suggested while working. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
Be responsible for your hearing.
Wear hearing protection during extended
periods of operation.
Do not use the generator if excessive noise or vibration is present.
Have it
repaired immediately.
Never start or stop generator engine with electrical devices plugged in and/or
turned on.
Damage to both electrical devices and generator can occur.
Never touch moving parts of the generator.
This will cause the risk of injury.
Do not touch bare wires or outlets.
Severe burns or even death can
result.
Do not use generator with electrical cords that are worn, frayed,
bare or otherwise damaged.
Store the generator indoors, in a dry, secured area away from other equip-
ment.
Never store the generator near an open flame or flammable materials.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
There may be Federal or State Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) regulations, local codes or ordinances that apply to intended usage of gen-
erator. Consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector or local agency responsi-
ble of usage of this type of equipment:
• In some areas, generators are required to be registered with local utility companies.
• If generator is used at a construction site, there may be additional regulations in place.
RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION
Always store fuel away from the generator and in an
approved container.
Fuel and fuel vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire and explosion can result in severe burns and even
death.
Make sure all ventilation openings are clear and free from restrictions.
Restricted ventilation openings can cause overheating and/or fire.
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