Craftsman 580.327141 - Manual (Page 3)

SAFETY RULES
A CAUTION! Before using this product, read this
manual and follow all Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.
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DANGER! This generator is designed for
outdoor use only. Do Not use this generator
inside any building or enclosure including the
generator compartment of a recreational vehicle
(RV). Fire or an explosion may result. No user
performed modifications, including venting of
exhaust and/or cooling ventilation, will eliminate
the danger. Also, allow at least two feet of
clearance on all sides of the generator even
while operating the unit outdoors.
CAUTION! Always disconnect spark plug wire
and place the wire where it cannot contact the
spark plug. To prevent accidental starting when
setting up, transporting, adjusting or making
repairs to your generator.
The generator produces dangerously high voltage
that can cause extremely hazardous electrical
shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals,
etc. Never permit any unqualified person to
operate or service the generator.
Never handle any kind of electrical cord or device
while standing in water, while barefoot or while
hands or feet are wet. Dangerous electrical shock
will result.
The National Electric Code requires the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of generators
to be properly connected to an approved earth
ground. Local electrical codes may also require
proper grounding of the generator. Consult with a
local electrician for grounding requirements in your
area.
Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in any damp
or highly conductive area (such as metal decking or
steel work).
Do Not use worn, bare, frayed or otherwise
damaged electrical cord sets with the generator.
Using a defective cord set may result in electrical
shock or damage to equipment and/or property.
Operate generator only on level surfaces and
where it will not be exposed to excessive moisture,
dirt, dust or corrosive vapors.
• Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are
EXPLOSIVE. Do Not permit smoking, open flames,
sparks or heat in the vicinity while handling
gasoline. Avoid spilling gasoline on a hot engine.
Comply with all laws regulating storage and
handling of gasoline.
• Never add fuel while unit is running.
• Do Not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room for
fuel expansion. If tank is overfilled, fuel can
overflow onto a hot engine and cause FIRE or an
EXPLOSION.
• Never store the generator with fuel in the tank
where gasoline vapors might reach an open flame,
spark, or pilot light (as on a furnace, water heater
or clothes dryer). FIRE or an EXPLOSION might
result.
• Generator exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon
monoxide gas. This dangerous gas, if breathed in
sufficient concentrations, can cause
unconsciousness or even death. Operate this
equipment only in the open air where adequate
ventilation is available.
• Allow at least 2 feet of clearance on all sides of the
generator, even while operating unit outdoors, or
damage may occur. Never operate the unit inside
any room or enclosure where the free flow of
cooling air into and out of the unit might be
obstructed.
• Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads
connected to receptacles and with the connected
devices turned ON. Start the engine and let it
stabilize before connecting electrical loads.
Disconnect all electrical loads before shutting down
the generator. See page 9 for “Cold Weather
Operation”.
• Do Not insert any object through cooling slots of
the unit.
• Never operate the generator:
(a) in rain; (b) in any enclosed compartment; (c)
when connected electrical devices overheat; (d) if
electrical output is lost; (e) if engine or generator
sparks; (f) if flames or smoke are observed while
unit is running; (g) if unit vibrates excessively.
NOTE: The generator is equipped with a spark
arrester muffler that must be maintained in working
order by the owner/operator. In the State of California,
a spark arrester is required by law (Section 4442 of
the California Public Resources Code). Cther states
may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal
lands.
A This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Cbey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.