Safety Rules

Recreational Vehicle Generator

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted in

potential hazard areas of the recreational vehicle. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment.

WARNING:

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING:

This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing, operating or servicing this equipment. Become familiar with this manual and with the unit. The generator can operate safely, efficiently and reliably only if it is properly installed, operated and maintained. Many accidents are caused by failing to follow simple and fundamental rules or precautions.

The manufacturer cannot possibly know of and advise the recreational vehicle trade of all conceivable methods, procedures or techniques by which to perform an installation. Nor can the manufacturer anticipate every possible hazard that might result from each installation method, procedure or technique. The manufacturer has not undertaken any such wide evaluation. Therefore, people who use a method, procedure or technique that the manufacturer does not specifically recommend must first completely satisfy themselves that their safety, the safety of the vehicle's occupants and the product's safety is not endangered by the method, procedure or technique selected.

Information, illustrations, specifications, etc., contained in these Installation Instructions are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. Every effort has been expended to be sure that such data is both accurate and current. However, the manufacturer reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise improve this product at any time without prior notice.

DANGER

Despite the safe design of this generator, operating this equipment imprudently, neglect- ing its maintenance or being careless can cause possible injury or death. Permit only responsible and capable persons to operate or maintain this equipment.

Potentially lethal voltages are generated by these machines. Ensure all steps are taken to render the machine safe before attempting to work on the generator.

Parts of the generator are rotating and/or hot during operation. Exercise care near running generators.

Generator exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon monoxide gas. This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or even death.

GENERAL HAZARDS

•For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends that the installation, initial start-up and maintenance of this equipment is carried out by an Authorized Service Dealer.

•Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans, and other moving or hot parts. Never remove any drive belt or fan guard while the unit is operating.

•When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times. Never work on the equipment when physically or mentally fatigued.

•Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the nearest Authorized Service Dealer immediately for parts needing repair or replacement.

•Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the nearest Authorized Service Dealer immediately for parts needing repair or replacement.

•Before performing any maintenance on the generator, discon- nect its battery cables to prevent accidental start up. Disconnect the cable from the battery post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or (–) first. Reconnect that cable last.

•Never use the generator or any of its parts as a step. Stepping on the unit can stress and break parts, and may result in dan- gerous operating conditions from leaking exhaust gases, fuel leakage, oil leakage, etc.

ENGINE EXHAUST HAZARDS

•Generator engine exhaust contains DEADLY carbon monox- ide, an odorless, colorless poisonous gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause: dizziness, throbbing temples, nausea, muscular twitching, headache, vomiting, weakness and sleepi- ness, inability to think clearly, fainting, unconsciousness or even death. If you experience any carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms, move into fresh air and immediately seek medical attention.

•Never operate the generator set with the vehicle inside any garage or other enclosed area.

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