Honeywell HW5500E - Manual (Page 8)

Safety Messages
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Electric Shock Hazards
Fire and Burn Hazards
Generator Damage Hazards
Generator produces powerful voltage that can cause
death or great physical harm.
• When using generator for backup power, notify utility
company. Use approved transfer equipment to isolate
generator from electric utility.
• NEVER connect to a building's electrical system unless
a transfer switch has been installed by a qualified elec-
trician.
• NEVER touch bare wires or receptacles.
• NEVER use generator with electrical cords that are
worn, frayed, bare, or otherwise damaged.
• NEVER operate generator in rain or snow, or when the
generator is set on wet surface.
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive under certain conditions.
• Refuel generator only outdoors, in a well-ventilated
area.
• NEVER enclose the generator in any structure.
• Keep generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from
buildings and other equipment during operation.
• NEVER fill fuel tank while the engine is running. Turn
generator OFF and allow to cool before filling with fuel.
• NEVER smoke or allow flames or sparks near the gen-
erator or where gasoline is stored.
• NEVER overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in
the filler neck). After refueling, make sure the tank cap
is closed properly and securely.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel
or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, be sure
the area is dry before starting the engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or
breathing of vapor.
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and
remains hot for a while after stopping the engine.
• NEVER touch hot surfaces and avoid hot gases.
• Let engine cool before storing the generator indoors.
Improper treatment or misuse of generator can cause per-
manent damage.
• NEVER tamper with governed speed. Generator sup-
plies correct rated frequency and voltage when running
at governed speed.
• NEVER modify generator in any way.
• Damage to generator caused by misuse or modification
is not covered under Warranty.