Homelite HG6000 - Manual (Page 4)

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
When this generator is used to supply a building wir-
ing system: generator must be installed by a qualified
electrician and connected to a transfer switch as a sepa-
rately derived system in accordance with NFPA 70, Na-
tional Electrical Code. The generator shall be connected
through a transfer switch that switches all conductors
other than the equipment grounding conductor. Failure
to isolate the generator from power utility can result in
death or injury to electric utility workers.
 Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a color-
less, odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss
of consciousness and can lead to death. If running in a
confined or partially-enclosed area, the air may contain
a dangerous amount of carbon monoxide. To keep ex-
haust fumes from building up, always provide adequate
ventilation.
 Always use a battery-powered carbon monoxide detec-
tor when running the generator. If you begin to feel sick,
dizzy, or weak while using the generator, shut it off and
get to fresh air immediately. See a doctor. You may have
carbon monoxide poisoning.
 Place the generator on a flat, stable surface with a slope
of no more than 4°.
 Operate in a well-ventilated, well-lit area isolated from
working areas to avoid noise interference.
 Operating the generator in wet conditions could result in
electrocution. Keep the unit dry.
 Keep the generator a minimum of 3 feet away from all
types of combustible material.
 Do not operate generator near hazardous material.
 Do not operate generator at a gas or natural gas filling
station.
 Do not touch the muffler or cylinder during or immediately
after use; they are HOT and will cause burn injury.
 Do not connect to a building’s electrical system unless a
transfer switch has been properly installed by a qualified
electrician.
 Do not allow the generator’s gas tank to overflow when
filling. Fill to 1 in. below the top neck of the gasoline tank
to allow for fuel expansion. Check the ventilation hole in-
side the fuel tank cap for debris. Do not block the vent.
 Do not smoke when filling the generator with gasoline.
 Allow the engine to remain in a shut-down condition for
at least five minutes before adding gasoline or oil.
 Do not remove the oil dipstick or the fuel tank cap when
the engine is running.
 Pay close attention to all safety labels located on the
generator.
 Keep children a minimum of 10 feet away from the gen-
erator at all times.
 The unit operates best in temperatures between 23°F and
104°F with a relative humidity of 90% or less.
 Specific modifications for high-altitude performance
are needed if the generator will
always be operated at
altitudes above 5,000 feet. Contact your nearest Baja
authorized service center for more information and to
have these modifications performed.
 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.