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Generator produces hazardous voltage.
Failure to properly ground generator can result in electrocution.
Failure to isolate generator from power utility can result in death or injury to electric utility workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.
•When using generator for backup power, notify utility company.
•DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
•DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are worn, frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.
•DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet.
•If you must work around a unit while it is operating, stand on an insulated dry surface to reduce shock hazard.
•DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or service generator.
•In case of an accident caused by electrical shock, immediately shut down the source of electrical power and contact the local authorities. Avoid direct contact with the victim.
•Despite the safe design of the home generator, operating this equipment imprudently, neglecting its maintenance or being careless can cause possible injury or death.
•Remain alert at all times while working on this equipment. Never work on the equipment when you are physically or mentally fatigued.
•Before performing any maintenance on the generator, disconnect the battery cable indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or
•After your home generator is installed, the generator may crank and start without warning any time there is a power failure. To prevent possible injury, always set the generator’s system switch to OFF, remove the service disconnect from the disconnect box AND remove the 15 Amp fuse BEFORE working on the equipment.
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Propane and Natural Gas are extremely flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
•Install the fuel supply system according to applicable
•Before placing the home generator into service, the fuel system lines must be properly purged and leak tested.
•After the generator is installed, you should inspect the fuel system periodically.
•NO leakage is permitted.
•DO NOT operate engine if smell of fuel is present or other explosive conditions exist.
•DO NOT smoke around the generator. Wipe up any oil spills immediately. Ensure that no combustible materials are left in the generator compartment. Keep the area near the generator clean and free of debris.
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Contact with muffler area can result in serious burns.
Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles or structures causing a fire.
•DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
•Allow equipment to cool before touching.
•DO NOT install the generator closer than 5 feet (1.5m) from any combustibles or structures with combustible walls having a fire resistance rating of less than 1 hour.
•Keep at least minimum distances shown in General Location Guidelines to insure for proper generator cooling and maintenance clearances.
•Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 36 Parks, Forests, and Public Property require equipment powered by an internal combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in effective working order, complying to USDA Forest service standard