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GEN – 16P – User Manual Page 4 of 22
DANGER
RISK OF HOT SURFACES
• Contact with hot surfaces, such as engine’s exhaust
components, could result in serious burns.
• During operation, touch only the control surfaces of generator.
• NEVER touch any part of the engine, alternator, or exhaust when the generator is in
use or immediately after use, as these get hot and could burn.
DANGER
EXHAUST FUMES CAN BE FATAL
TOXIC HAZARD
• ALWAYS ensure that there is adequate ventilation when using the generator.
• ALWAYS position the generator so that the exhaust is pointing away from people or
animals.
• NEVER use the generator indoors or in an enclosed area.
GENERATOR POSITIONING FOR SAFE USE
• ALWAYS leave at least a 1 metre (3 foot) gap between the generator and any
surrounding building or structure.
• ALWAYS ensure the generator is on a solid, flat surface.
• ALWAYS ensure the surrounding area is free from any material that could burn or be
damaged by heat.
• NEVER move or tilt the generator whilst it is switched on.
• NEVER cover or enclose the generator whilst it is in use.
• NEVER use the generator at an incline above 20
o
otherwise the engine will
malfunction whilst in operation.
• NEVER attempt to lift or move the generator without the assistance of other persons
or suitable lifting equipment.
DANGER
RISK TO BREATHING
• Running engine gives off Carbon Monoxide, an odourless,
colourless, poisonous gas.
• Breathing Carbon Monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death.
• Some chemicals or detergents may be harmful if inhaled or
ingested, causing severe nausea, fainting, or poisoning.