Product Manual

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Additional Safety Information
Operator Responsibility
! Know how to stop the generator quickly in case of emergency. See page 19.
! Understand the use of all generator controls, output receptacles and connections.
! Do not let children operate the generator without parental supervision.
Electric Shock Hazards
! The generator produces enough electric power to cause a serious shock or electrocution if
misused.
! Using a generator or electrical appliance in wet conditions, such as rain or snow, or near a
pool or sprinkler system, or when your hands are wet, could result in electrocution. Keep the
generator dry.
! If the generator is stored outdoors, unprotected from the weather, check all of the electrical
components on the control panel before each use.
! Moisture or ice can cause a malfunction or short circuit in electrical components, which
could result in electrocution.
! Do not connect to a building electrical system unless a qualified electrician has installed an
isolation switch.
Fire and Burn Hazards
! The exhaust system gets hot enough to ignite some materials.
Keep the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from buildings and other equipment
during operation.
Do not enclose the generator in any structure. Keep flammable materials away from the
generator.
! The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping
the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot. Let the engine cool before
storing the generator indoors.
! Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke or
allow flames or sparks where the generator is refueled or where gasoline is stored. Refuel in
a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.
! Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may ignite after the engine has started. Make sure
that any spilled fuel has been wiped up before starting the generator.