Master Lock MGY5000 - Manual (Page 13)

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FUEL
WARNING ICON G 001
WARNING
Diesel fuel presents a hazard of fire. Diesel fuel is
flammable.
• Keep fuel out of children’s reach.
• Refuel generator in a well-vented area. Do not fill
fuel tank in the dark. Do not refuel while engine is
running. Unhook all electrical loads and shut off
engine before refueling.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. Always allow room for
fuel to expand. If you overfill tank, fuel can over-
flow onto hot engine. This can cause fire. After
refueling, tightly close fuel tank cap.
• Do not spill fuel. If fuel spills, make sure area is
dry before starting engine.
• Never smoke in refueling area. Never allow open
flames or sparks in area.
• Store fuel in approved container. Store fuel in a
well-vented area free of open flames or sparks.
WARNING ICON G 001
WARNING
Battery contains sulfuric acid. Contact with skin or
eyes may cause severe burns. Do not tilt generator
with battery installed. Tilting could cause battery
acid to spill. Wear protective clothing and face shield
when servicing. Keep out of children’s reach.
• If battery acid gets on your skin, wash with water.
• If battery acid gets in your eyes, flush with water
at least 15 minutes. Call a doctor at once.
Battery acid is poisonous.
• If swallowed, drink large amounts of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable
oil. Call a doctor at once.
BATTERY
WARNING ICON G 001
WARNING
Battery gives off explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flames, and cigarettes away. Do not remove or install
battery cables when engine is cranking or running.
Only service or use battery in a well-vented area.
Use clean, fresh, diesel fuel. Use diesel fuel with cetane rating of 45 or higher.
Avoid getting dirt, dust, or water in fuel tank.
See engine owner’s manual for more information.
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