Product Manual

Owner’s Manual for Portable Generator 3
Electrical Hazards
• The National Electric Code (NEC) requires
the frame and external electrically conduc-
tive parts of the generator be properly con-
nected to an approved earth ground. Local
electrical codes may also require proper
grounding of the generator. Consult with a
local electrician for grounding requirements
in the area.
Fire Hazards
• Do not operate the generator if connected
electrical devices overheat, if electrical out-
put is lost, if engine or generator sparks or if
flames or smoke are observed while unit is
running.
• Keep a fire extinguisher near the generator
at all times.
• Allow at least 5 feet of clearance on all
sides of the generator when operating to
prevent overheating and fire.
Lifting or Suspending Generator
(000144)
DANGER
Electrocution. Contact with bare wires,
terminals, and connections while generator
is running will result in death or serious injury.
(000104)
DANGER
Electrocution. Water contact with a power
source, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
(000145)
DANGER
Electrocution. In the event of electrical accident,
immediately shut power OFF. Use non-conductive
implements to free victim from live conductor. Apply
first aid and get medical help. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
(000130)
WARNING
Accidental Start-up. Disconnect the negative battery
cable, then the positive battery cable when working
on unit. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
Equipment damage. Do not power sensitive electronic devices
(computers, televisions, microwaves...) when Idle Control switch is
ON (if equipped). Lower engine rpm operation results in low
voltage/frequency and may damage electronic devices.
(000591)
(000105)
DANGER
Explosion and Fire. Fuel and vapors are
extremely flammable and explosive. Add fuel
in a well ventilated area. Keep fire and spark
away. Failure to do so will result in death
or serious injury.
(000166b)
DANGER
Explosion and Fire. Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill to
1/2 inch from top of tank to allow for fuel expansion.
Overfilling may cause fuel to spill onto engine causing
fire or explosion, which will result in death or
serious injury.
(000174)
DANGER
Risk of fire. Allow fuel spills to completely dry
before starting engine. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
(000142a)
Personal injury. Do not insert any object through the
air cooling slots. Generator can start at any time and
could result in death, serious injury, and unit damage.
WARNING
WARNING
Personal injury. Failure to properly connect
lifting cables, chains, or straps could result in
death, serious injury, or property damage.
(000346)
WARNING
Personal injury. Failure to use cables, chains, or
straps rated at 2000 lbs. (907 kg) working load or
greater to raise or suspend unit could result in
death, serious injury, or property damage.
(000347)
WARNING
Personal injury. Never operate generator while
suspended. Doing so could result in death,
serious injury, or property damage.
(000348)
WARNING
Personal Injury. Do not use lifting hook if there are
signs of damage or corrosion. Doing so could result
in death, serious injury, or property damage.
(000349)
WARNING
Personal Injury. Do not use lifting hook other than as
directed. Failure to do so could result in death, serious
injury, or property damage.
(000350)
WARNING
Personal Injury. Verify all fasteners are properly
tightened prior to lifting unit. Failure to do so could
result in death, serious injury, or property damage.
(000351)