WARNING
Unintentional sparking could cause fire or electric shock resulting in death
or serious injury.
WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR GENERATOR
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Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot
contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
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Use approved spark plug tester.
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DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
WARNING
Starter and other rotating parts could entangle hands, hair, clothing, or
accessories resulting in serious injury.
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NEVER operate generator without protective housing or covers.
DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that could be caught in the starter
or other rotating parts.
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Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
[CAUTION]
Excessively high operating speeds could result in minor injury.
Excessively low operating speeds impose a heavy load.
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DO NOT tamper with governor spring, links or other parts to increase engine speed.
Generator supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed speed.
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DO NOT modify generator in any way.
NOTE:
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DO NOT exceed the generator's wattage/amperage capacity.
Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting electrical loads.
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Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON for operation.
Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator before stopping generator.
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Use generator only for intended uses.
If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or contact local service center.
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Operate generator only on level surfaces.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.
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DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect them from generator.
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Shut off generator if:
-electrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.
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