SAFETY
This generator was esigne for specific applications. DO NOT attempt to mo ify the unit in any way or use
it for any application that it was not esigne to o. Ask the ealer or contact the factory if you have any
questions concerning the generators application.
Warnings an cautions in this manual an on ecals an tags on the unit are not all inclusive. It woul be
impossible to anticipate every circumstance that might involve a hazar . Han ling, operating, or servic-
ing this unit by any proce ure not recommen e by the manufacturer may ren er this equipment unsafe
an may pose a threat to you or to others.
CAUTION! The engine exha st contains chemi-
cals known to the State of California to ca se can-
cer, birth defects, or other reprod ctive harm.
The generator pro uces a very powerful volt-
age that can cause extremely angerous elec-
trical shock. Avoi contact with bare wires, ter-
minals, etc. never permit an unqualifie per-
son to operate or service the generator.
Never han le any kin of electrical cor or e-
vice while stan ing in water, while barefoot or
with wet han s or when feet are wet. Danger-
ous electrical shock coul result.
The National Electric Co e requires that the
frame an external con uctive parts be prop-
erly connecte to an approve earth groun .
Local electrical co es may vary. Check with an
electrician for local groun ing requirements.
Use a groun fault circuit interrupter in any
amp or highly con uctive area such as metal
ecking or steel work.
Do not use worn, bare, fraye or otherwise am-
age electrical cor s or wiring with the genera-
tor. A efective cor may result in electrical
shock or may cause amage to equipment.
Do not expose unit to excessive moisture, irt
or corrosive vapors. Unit must be operate on
a level surface.
Comply with all laws regulating the storage an
han ling of iesel fuel. Diesel fuel is highly flam-
mable an explosive. Avoi spilling iesel fuel
on a hot engine. Do not allow smoking, open
flames, sparks or heat in the vicinity while han-
ling iesel fuel.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room
for iesel fuel expansion. Diesel fuel coul over-
flow an cause fire or explosion if tank is over-
fille . Allow for a 20 minute cool own before
refueling. Never refuel tank while engine is
running.
Only operate this unit outsi e with a equate venti-
lation. This generators iesel engine exhaust pro-
uces carbon monoxi e gas that can cause un-
consciousness or even eath.
Never store a generator with fuel in the tank where
iesel fuel vapors coul be ignite by a flame,
spark, or pilot light from an appliance such as a
furnace, water heater, or clothes ryer.
Always allow a minimum of 2 feet of clearance on
all si es for ventilation while unit is operating. Al-
low 2 feet of clearance from all combustibles.
Generator must always be stoppe or starte with
all loa s unconnecte . Start the engine an let it
stabilize before connecting any loa s. Disconnect
all loa s before shutting own the generator.
Never insert any object through the cooling slots
of the engine. You coul amage the unit or cause
injury.
NEVER OPERATE THE GENERATOR:
In rain
In an enclose compartment
If connecte evices overheat
If electrical output is lost
If engine or generator sparks
If flame or smoke is observe
If unit vibrates excessively
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CAUTION! If it is yo r first time starting the gen-
erator, allow it to r n for 30 min tes before con-
necting electrical loads. This is for wet seating
p rposes
Caution: Customer takes full responsibility for use
of this unit as a home generation system.
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