4.
NEVER store quantities of fuel, oily rags or other flammable material near this
equipment.
5. NEVER touch a hot muffler, exhaust manifold or other hot engine parts. (They
can cause serious burns.)
6.
NEVER operate or work on this generator when fatigued and or under the influence
of alcohol or other drugs.
7.
NEVER remove the protective guards or the receptacle panel while the engine
is running.
8.
NEVER operate this generator in the rain or snow unless the receptacles and
all other electrical components are protected from the elements.
9.
NEVER connect or disconnect electrical connections under load.
10.
NEVER wear neckties or other loose clothing that can be caught in moving parts
while you are operating this equipment.
11.
ALWAYS keep a fire extinguisher near the generator. Extinguishers rated ABC
by the NFPA are appropriate for this use. Consult the local fire department if you
have questions regarding fire extinguisher ratings. Keep the extinguisher properly maintained and be familiar with its use.
12.
ALWAYS use extreme caution when using or working on this generator. (The
voltages present can cause a fatal electrical shock.)
13.
ALWAYS use only grounded plugs and drop cords. (This generator is equipped
with grounded receptacles for your safety.)
14.
ALWAYS ground the generator. Use an external ground rod driven into the earth.
(See National Electric Code Handbook.)
15.
ALWAYS keep the unit and the area around it clean. Remove all material such
as grease, water, ice and snow that can create slippery conditions.
16.
ALWAYS be sure only qualified technicians perform service (install, repair or
replace parts) on this unit, and use only factory-approved parts.
17.
ALWAYS wear a protection device if continually exposed to excessive engine
-.
noise over long periods. (Excessive noise is tiring, and overexposure to it can
. cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.)
PREPARATION
CAUTION:
THIS UNIT WAS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL.
1.
Lubrication: Before starting the engine, fill the crankcase to the recommended
level of the proper weightlgrade of oil, as recommended by the engine manufacturer's maintenance instructions. The necessity of using the correct oil, and keeping
the crankcase at
.the recommended level cannot be overemphasized.
2.
Fuel: Ensure the unit has been filled with the proper type and grade of fuel. DO
NOT refuel while running or when hot. Let it cool for at least
2
minutes. Take every
precaution to prevent dirt of any kind from getting into the fuel tank. Dirt will clog
up the fuel line screen and carburetor jets. Use only clean fuel from a clean con-
tainer and use a clean funnel to refill.
THIS IS A 4 CYCLE ENGINE--DO NOT MIX
OIL
WITH THE GASOLINE.
A
WARNING
Gasoline and its fumes are dangerous when not properly handled or the adequate precautions are not taken.
3.
Adjustments: All necessary adjustments have been made at the factory. This unit
is ready to operate. It has been checked and thoroughly tested at its rated capacity while running. Do not make any adjustments until you have studied all these
instructions and the engine manual.