Safety Messages
Electric Shock Hazards
WARNING
Generator produces powerful voltage that can cause death or great physical harm.
•NEVER touch bare wires or receptacles.
•NEVER use generator with electrical cords that are worn, frayed, bare, or otherwise damaged.
•NEVER operate generator in rain or snow, or when the generator is set on wet surface.
Fire and Burn Hazards
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions.
•Refuel generator only outdoors, in a
•NEVER enclose the generator in any structure.
•Keep generator at least 6 feet (2 meters) away from buildings, other equipment, and combustible materi- als during operation.
•NEVER fill fuel tank while the engine is running. Turn generator OFF and allow to cool before filling with fuel.
•NEVER smoke or allow flames or sparks near the generator or where gasoline is stored.
•NEVER overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely.
•Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, be sure the area is dry before starting the engine.
•Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor.
WARNING
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine.
•NEVER touch hot surfaces and avoid hot gases.
•Let engine cool before storing the generator indoors.
Medical and Life Support Uses
WARNING
•In case of emergency, call 911 immediately.
•NEVER use this product to power life support devices or life support appliances.
•NEVER use this product to power medical devices or medical appliances.
•Inform your electricity provider immediately if you or anyone in your household depends on electrical equipment to live.
•Inform your electrical provider immediately if a loss of power would cause you or anyone in your house- hold to experience a medical emergency.
Generator Damage Hazards
NOTICE
Improper treatment or misuse of generator can cause per- manent damage.
•NEVER modify generator in any way.
•NEVER tamper with governed speed. Generator supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed speed.
•Damage to generator caused by misuse or modifica- tion is not covered under warranty.
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