RIDGID RD8000 - Manual (Page 6)

6 — English
SAFETy LABELS
The information on this page can be
found on the generator. For your safety,
please study and understand all of the
labels before starting the generator.
If any of the labels come off the unit or
become hard to read, contact an autho-
rized service center for replacement.
 You WIll be KIllED or SERIOUSlY
HURT if you do not follow the Opera-
tor’s Manual instructions.
 Risk of Fire. Do not add fuel while
the product is operating.
 Generator is a potential source of
electric shock. Do not expose to
moisture, rain, or snow. Do not oper-
ate with wet hands or feet.
 Exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas that can cause uncon-
sciousness or DEATH. Operate in
well-ventilated, outdoor areas away
from open windows or doors.
 Failure to properly ground generator
can result in electrocution, especially
if the generator is equipped with a
wheel kit.
 Do not expose to rain or use in damp
locations.
 Using a generator indoors WIll KIll
YOU IN MINUTES. Generator exhaust
contains carbon monoxide. This is a
poison you cannot see or smell.
 NEVER use inside a home or garage,
EVEN IF doors and windows are
open.
 Only use OUTSIDE and far away from
windows, doors, and vents.
HOT SURFACE WARNING
Do not touch the muffler or aluminum
cylinder of the engine. They are very
HOT and will cause severe burns.
Don’t put any flammable or combus-
tible materials in the direct path of the
exhaust.
SyMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SyMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Fire/Explosion
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire
or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Hot Surface
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot
surface.
lifting Hazard
To reduce the risk of serious injury, avoid attempting to lift the
generator alone.
Ground
Consult with local electrician to determine grounding requirements
before operation.
Electrocution
Failure to properly ground generator can result in electrocution,
especially if the generator is equipped with a wheel kit.