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FUEL

BATTERY

WARNING

Diesel fuel presents a hazard of fire. Diesel fuel is flammable.

•Keep fuel out of children’s reach.

•Refuel generator in a well-vented area. Do not fill fuel tank in the dark. Do not refuel while engine is running. Unhook all electrical loads and shut off engine before refueling.

•Do not overfill fuel tank. Always allow room for fuel to expand. If you overfill tank, fuel can over- flow onto hot engine. This can cause fire. After refueling, tightly close fuel tank cap.

•Do not spill fuel. If fuel spills, make sure area is dry before starting engine.

•Never smoke in refueling area. Never allow open flames or sparks in area.

•Store fuel in approved container. Store fuel in a well-vented area free of open flames or sparks.

Use clean, fresh, diesel fuel. Use diesel fuel with cetane rating of 45 or higher. Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in fuel tank.

See engine owner’s manual for more information.

WARNING

Battery gives off explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames, and cigarettes away. Do not remove or install battery cables when engine is cranking or running. Only service or use battery in a well-vented area.

WARNING

Battery contains sulfuric acid. Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Do not tilt generator with battery installed. Tilting could cause battery acid to spill. Wear protective clothing and face shield when servicing. Keep out of children’s reach.

•If battery acid gets on your skin, wash with water.

•If battery acid gets in your eyes, flush with water at least 15 minutes. Call a doctor at once.

Battery acid is poisonous.

•If swallowed, drink large amounts of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil. Call a doctor at once.

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