Product Manual

When working on or around the generator, always wear protective clothing,
including ANSI approved safety gloves, safety eye goggles, and safety hat.
Do not alter or adjust any part of the generator that is assembled and supplied by
the manufacturer.
Always follow and complete scheduled engine and generator maintenance.
Chemicals
Avoid contact with hot fuel, oil, exhaust fumes, and hot solid surfaces.
Avoid body contact with fuels, oils, and lubricants used in the generator. If
swallowed, seek medical treatment immediately. Do not induce vomiting if fuel
is swallowed. For skin contact, immediately wash with soap and water. For eye
contact, immediately flush eyes with clean water and seek medical attention.
Noise
Prolonged exposure to noise levels above 68 DBA is hazardous to hearing.
Always wear ANSI approved ear protection when operating or working around
the generator when it is running.
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.
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