Baldor TS250 - Manual (Page 7)

Product Safety Information 1-3 MN2417
Operation Statements Continued
WARNING: Gasoline and diesel fuel are flammable and can cause fire, explosions, injury or death. For
storage or refueling handle fuel with care and only in clean, approved, properly marked safety
fuel containers.
WARNING: Do not overfill the fuel tank. Only fill the tank to within 1 /
2
, of the top of the tank to allow
space for fuel expansion. Overfilling of tank may cause fuel to spill out onto engine and
cause fire or explosion.
WARNING: Clean up fuel spills by wiping completely dry before starting engine. Gasoline and diesel fuel
are flammable and can cause fire, explosions, injury or death.
WARNING: Make sure the fuel cap is completely and securely closed after refueling to prevent spillage.
Gasoline and diesel fuel are flammable and can cause fire, explosions, injury or death.
WARNING: Over crank indication can mean a loss of crank disconnect signal during the previous run
period. Attempting to restart the engine with no crank disconnect signal can destroy the
starter motor, which can cause serious personal injury.
WARNING: Hot exhaust gasses must never be directed toward anything that may catch fire or explode.
WARNING: This generator must not be used on or near any forest covered, brush covered, or grass
covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor. The
spark arrestor must be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
WARNING: Never operate the generator set indoors or in a poorly ventilated area such as a tunnel or cave.
Exhaust fumes are extremely dangerous to all personnel that are in or in contact with that area.
WARNING: Keep generator at least three feet away from buildings and other structures.
WARNING: Keep generator away from flammable or hazardous materials (trash, rags, lubricants,
explosives, paints etc.) and grass or leaf build up.
WARNING: Some parts of this generator rotate during operation. Rotating parts can present extreme
danger if clothing or body extremities are caught by the rotating part and can cause serious
or fatal injury. Never touch a part of the generator until the engine has been stopped and all
rotating parts are completely stopped. Also, disconnect the battery terminals to prevent
accidental engine rotation during servicing.
WARNING: Never move a generator set that is running. Loads should be connected and position secure
before starting the engine. Hazards are caused by moving a generator set that is running.
WARNING: Never connect or disconnect loads during operation. Always connect load circuits before
starting the engine and use external branch disconnects etc. to switch loads On/Off.
WARNING: High voltage is present whenever engine is running. Electrical shock can cause serious or
fatal injury. Never operate electrical equipment while standing in water, on wet ground or with
wet hands, feet or shoes or while barefoot.
WARNING: High voltage is present whenever the engine is running. Electrical shock can cause serious
or fatal injury. Always stop engine before connecting or disconnecting power cords or
external devices.
WARNING: Be sure that you understand how to stop the engine quickly in case of an emergency situation.
Become familiar with the controls and safety systems provided with this generator set.
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection when working near the
generator.
WARNING: Improper operation may cause violent motion of connected equipment. Be certain that
unexpected movement will not cause injury to personnel or damage to equipment.
WARNING: Never permit anyone to operate the generator without proper instructions. Be sure to keep a
copy of this manual with the generator so that all users can be properly informed of its safe
operation.
WARNING: Never allow children or pets to be in the area where the generator is running. The generator
and the equipment being powered by the generator may cause injury or death.
WARNING: Never operate the generator unless all guards, covers, shields and other safety items are
properly installed.
WARNING: Do not put hands, feet, tools clothing or other objects near rotating parts such as drive shaft,
pulley, belt etc. Rotating parts cause extremely dangerous situations because they can catch
loose clothing or extremities and cause serious or fatal injury.
WARNING: Never operate the engine when the air cleaner is removed. An engine backfire can cause
serious burns.
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