Revised: 8/13/02
Effective: 2/27/98
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Do not ”jump start” the generator set.
Do not operate electrical equipment while standing in water, on wet ground or with wet hands or shoes.
Know how to stop the engine quickly and understand the operation of all controls.
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z Use extreme caution when working on electrical components. Potentially dangerous voltage is present when the engine is running.
When transporting a generator set, secure it to prevent it from moving or shifting.
Be careful of hot parts. The muffler and other generator parts become very hot while the engine is running.
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z Sulfuric acid can cause severe injury and can give off gases, which are corrosive and potentially explosive. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. In case of contact, flush area immediately with water.
z Do not tamper with or change the engine speed as it has been preset at the factory for proper operation.
z Keep hands and face away from the carburetor when the air cleaner is being moved. A sudden backfire can cause serious burns.
Do not operate the generator set while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
Do not support the generator set from the top of the wrap frame.
Do not run the generator set while it is being moved.
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z When transporting or using a generator set with the wheel option, secure the unit to prevent it from moving around.
z Always wear eye protection and Hearing protection when working near the generator set.
z Operate the generator set only with the guards, shields and other safety items in place and working properly.
z Do not put hands, feet, tools or other objects near rotating parts.
z Use reasonable care when moving or lifting the unit. The generator set may move around inside the wrap frame creating ”Pinch Points”.
Never allow children to operate the generator set.
Never permit anyone to operate the generator set without proper instructions.
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z Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation due to the possibility of burns from hot engine components or injury from any equipment the generator set is powering.
SAFETY WARNINGS
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