DeVillbiss Air Power Company PowerBack GM1000 - Manual (Page 6)

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RISK OF UNSAFE OPERATION
HAZARD
WHAT CAN 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 opera-
tion 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.
RISK OF BREATHING - INHALATION
HAZARD
HAZARD WHAT CAN HAPPEN HOW TO PREVENT IT
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 chil-
dren, pets and others away from
area of operating unit.
Gasoline
engines produce
toxic carbon
monoxide
exhaust fumes.
RISK OF INJURY AND PROPERTY
DAMAGE WHEN TRANSPORTING
GENERATOR
HAZARD WHAT CAN 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 will
damage carpet, paint or other
surfaces in vehicles or trailers. If generator is equipped with a fuel
shut-off valve, turn the valve to the
off position before transporting to
avoid fuel leaks. If generator is not
equipped with a fuel shut-off valve,
drain the fuel from tank before
transporting. Transport fuel only in
an OSHA approved 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.