Honeywell HW2000i - Manual (Page 17)

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OPERATION
Generator Location
When deciding on the location to place your generator,
keep in mind the following safety rules:
Preparing for Operation
Before starting generator, complete the following prepara-
tion tasks:
‰ Be sure generator is placed outdoors in a well
ventilated area.
‰ Check/add engine oil— IMPORTANT! BEFORE
STARTING GENERATOR, FILL WITH ENGINE OIL.
See page 18 -p. 21 for instructions on filling, check-
ing, and changing oil.
‰ Check/add fuel—ADD FUEL. See page 22.
‰ Check air filter—See “Air Filter Maintenance” on
page 23.
‰ Be sure ground terminal is properly connected to
earth ground—See “Grounding the Generator” on
page 6.
‰ Check extension cords—be sure cords are:
„ In good condition.
„ Rated for outdoor use and match amperage and
voltage ratings of generator outlet.
„ Equipped with proper plugs that contain grounding
blades.
Depressed areas such as construction foundations,
pools, or any low-lying areas, can cause carbon
monoxide to accumulate. Inhalation of carbon mon-
oxide can kill you in minutes.
• NEVER use generator inside homes, garages,
crawl spaces, sheds, or similar enclosed
spaces. Use generator only outdoors and far
away from windows, doors, and vents.
If generator is placed on an uneven or flexible sur-
face, generator could tilt or overturn, causing fuel to
spill from gas tank. Spilled fuel could ignite.
• Place generator on firm, level surface and avoid
loose sand or snow. If generator is tilted or
overturned, fuel spillage may result. Also, if
generator is overturned or sinks into a soft sur-
face, sand, dirt, or water may enter generator.
NEVER operate generator in rain or snow, or
when the generator is set on wet surface.
Keep generator at least 6 feet (2 meters) away
from buildings, other equipment, and combustible
materials during operation.
DANGER
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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poi-
son 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.
DANGER