Product Manual

Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation
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This section provides a summary of the various safety procedures and measures that have been
presented throughout the manual. Keep this summary handy and refer to it to refresh your memory
about how to safely use your generator.
WARNING
Carefully read and make sure you understand the following safety information before using the
generator. Improper use or maintenance of the generator can result in serious injury or death from
carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock, fire/explosion, or burns.
General
 Read manual. Read this Owner’s Manual and the engine Owner’s Manual completely before attempting to set-up and
use the generator. Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not followed.
 Instruct operators. The generator owner must instruct all operators in safe generator set-up and operation. DO NOT
allow anyone to operate the generator who has not read the Owner’s Manual and been instructed on its safe use.
 Adults only. Only trained adults should set up and operate the generator. DO NOT let children operate.
 Under the influence. Never operate, or let anyone else operate, the generator while under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
 Intended use. Carefully read about and understand the intended use of this generator. DO NOT use for other purposes,
as unforeseen hazards or equipment damage may result.
Prohibition Against Modifications
Never modify or alter the generator in any way. Modifications can create serious safety hazards and will also void the
warranty.
 Engine speed. Never attempt to modify the engine speed setting. The engine speed is preset at 3600 RPM for safe and
optimal performance of the generator. If speed needs adjusting, it must be done by factory-authorized personnel.
 Fuel/exhaust system. Never modify the exhaust system, fuel tanks, or fuel lines. Carbon monoxide poisoning, fire, or
explosion could result.
 Guards. DO NOT operate generator unless all guards and cover shields, which prevent access to moving parts and
pinch points, are in place. Failure to guard the power transmission mechanisms may result in serious injury or death.
Safety – Installation & Set-up
Installation / Initial Set-up Safety
 Dry, level surface. Situate generator on a dry, firm, level surface. Ensure generator sits level and will not slide or shift
during operation. Block wheels if applicable.
 Operate OUTSIDE only – dangerous carbon monoxide exhaust! Generators give off carbon monoxide exhaust, a
poisonous gas that can kill. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. ONLY run generator OUTDOORS and away from
building air intakes. NEVER run generator inside homes, garages, sheds, or other semi-enclosed spaces. These spaces
can trap poisonous gases, EVEN if you run a fan or open windows. Carbon monoxide is given off whether you are using
gasoline, natural gas, or propane to power the generator.
 No vehicle/marine use. This generator is NOT designed or approved for use in vehicles or marine applications. Never
run the generator inside RVs or other vehicles, on boats, or on pick-up truck beds.
 Cooling ventilation. The generator needs adequate, unobstructed flow of air to allow for proper cooling of engine and
generator head. Situate so there is adequate clearance around generator to allow for cooling airflow. DO NOT allow
debris to accumulate and block airflow.
 Grounding. Always ensure generator is properly grounded to prevent electrical shock. This generator is equipped with a
grounding post. Always complete the grounding path from the generator to a copper pipe/rod driven into moist earth to a
sufficient depth. Check with an electrician for local grounding requirements. If a licensed electrician installs the generator
with a connection to your building’s electrical circuit for use as a standby power system, grounding will be complete
through the building’s grounding system.
 Isolate connection to building’s electrical circuit. Never plug the generator directly into a wall outlet. ANY connection
to a building’s electrical system MUST ISOLATE THE GENERATOR FROM UTILITY POWER via an UL-listed transfer