Winco 2FS Generators 2000 Watt Belt Drive - Manual (Page 3)

SAFETY INFORMATION
This engine generator set has been designed and
manufactured to allow safe, reliable performance.
Poor maintenance, improper or careless use can
result in potential deadly hazards; from electrical
shock, or fire. Please read all safety instructions
carefully before installation or use. Keep these
instructions handy for future reference. Take special
note and follow all warnings on the unit labels and in
the manuals.
ANSI SAFETY DEFINITIONS
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DANGER:
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situ-
ation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the
most extreme situations.
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WARNING:
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
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CAUTION:
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situ-
ation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
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NOTE:
CAUTION is also used on the unit labels and in this
manual to indicate a situation that could result in
serious damage or destruction of the equipment and
possible personal injury.
1. ELECTRICAL SHOCK The output voltage pres-
ent in this equipment can cause fatal electric shock.
This equipment must be operated by a responsible
person.
a. Do not allow anyone to operate the generator
without proper instruction.
b. Guard against electric shock.
c. Avoid contact with live terminals or receptacles.
d. Use only three-pronged grounded receptacles
and extension cords.
e. Be sure the unit is properly grounded.
2. FIRE HAZARD Gasoline and other fuels pres-
ent a hazard of possible explosion and/or fire.
a. Do not refuel when the engine is running or
hot.
b. Keep fuel containers out of reach of children.
c. Do not smoke or use open flame near the gen-
erator set or fuel tank.
d. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby and know its
proper use. Fire extinguishers rated ABC by
NFPA are appropriate.
e. Store fuel only in an approved container, and
only in a well ventilated area.
f. Follow local codes for closeness to combust-
ible material.
3. NOISE HAZARD Excessive noise is not only
tiring, but continual exposure can lead to loss of
hearing.
a. Use hearing protection when working around
this equipment for long periods of time.
4. CLEANLINESS Keep the generator and sur-
rounding area clean.
a. Remove all grease, ice, snow or materials that
create slippery conditions around the unit.
b. Remove any rags or other materials that could
create a potential fire hazard.
c. Carefully clean up any gas or oil spills before
starting the unit.
5. SERVICING EQUIPMENT All service, includ-
ing the installation or replacement of service parts,
should be preformed only by a qualified technician.
a. Use only factory approved repair parts.
b. Do not work on this equipment when fatigued.
c. Never remove the protective guards, covers, or
receptacle panels while the generator is
running.
d. Use extreme caution when working on electri-
cal components. High output voltage from this
equipment can cause serious injury or death.
e. The use of the generator set must comply with
all national, state, and local codes.