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Risk of breathing - inhalation hazard, Risk of unsafe operation – Global Machinery Company GEN1000 User Manual

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Risk of injury and property damage when transporting generator

Hazard

What could happen

How to prevent it

Fire, Inhalation, Damage

to Vehicle Surfaces

Fuel or oil can leak or spill and could

result in fire or breathing hazard,

serious injury or death can result. Fuel

or oil leaks can damage carpet, paint

or other surfaces in vehicles or trailers.

The generator is equipped with a

fuel drain valve, turn the valve to the

off position before transporting to

avoid fuel leaks. Transport fuel only

in an approved fuel container. Always

place generator on a protective mat

when transporting to protect against

damage to vehicle from leaks. Remove

generator from vehicle immediately

upon arrival at your destination.

Risk of breathing - inhalation hazard

Hazard

What could happen

How to prevent it

Gasoline engines produce toxic

carbon monoxide exhaust fumes

Breathing exhaust fumes will cause

serious injury or death.

Operate generator in clean, dry,

well ventilated area. Never operate

unit in enclosed areas such as garages,

basements, storage, sheds, or in

any location occupied by humans or

animals. Keep children, pets and others

away from area of operating unit.

Risk of unsafe operation

Hazard

What could happen

How to prevent it

Operation of generator

in careless manner

All sources of energy include the

potential for injury. Unsafe operation or

maintenance of your generator could

lead to serious injury or death to you

or others.

Review and understand all of the

operating instructions and warnings

in this manual.

Become familiar with the operation

and controls of the generator. Know

how to shut it off quickly.

Equip area of operation with a fire

extinguisher certified to handle

gasoline or fuel fires.

Keep children or others away from

the generator at all times.