Desa Hwi3000a - Manual (Page 2)

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PORTABLE GASOLINE GENERATORS
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1. Gasoline presents a hazard of fire or
explosion. Gasoline is flammable. Its
vapor is explosive.
• Keep fuel out of children’s reach.
• Refuel generator in a well-vented
area. Do not fill fuel tank in the dark.
Do not refuel while engine is run-
ning. Unhook all electrical loads and
shut off engine before refueling.
• Do not overfill fuel tank. Always al-
low room for fuel to expand. If you
overfill tank, fuel can overflow onto
hot generator. This can cause fire or
explosion. After refueling, tightly
close fuel tank cap.
• Do not spill fuel. Fuel or fuel vapor
may ignite. If fuel spills, make sure
area is dry before starting engine.
• Never smoke in refueling area. Never
allow open flames or sparks in area.
• Store fuel in approved container.
Store fuel in a well-vented area free
of open flames or sparks.
2. Guard against fire hazard. Keep opera-
tion area well-vented. Keep generator at
least three feet away from any object.
Do not place flammable objects near
generator.
• Do not use generator where flam-
mable vapors are present. Some
vapors are heavier than air. These
vapors settle in low-lying places.
• Do not use generator in enclosed
spaces. This includes motor home
or RV generator compartments.
3. Guard against electric shock. Generator
produces high voltage. This high voltage
can cause severe electric shock. Only re-
sponsible adults should use generator.
• Properly ground generator before
starting.
• Never let anyone operate or service
generator without proper instructions.
• Avoid contact with live terminals or
bare wires.
• Do not use generator outdoors in rain
or snow.
• Do not use generator near standing
water or snow.
• Do not use if generator is wet or
damp.
Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas. Overexposure will cause loss
of consciousness and will lead to death. Use
only in well-vented areas. Make sure area
has plenty of free-moving, fresh, outside
air. Never run generator in an enclosed or
confined area. Never run generator inside
occupied building.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Early
signs of carbon monoxide poisoning re-
semble the flu, with headaches, dizziness,
and nausea. If you have these signs, get
fresh air at once! Some people are more
affected by carbon monoxide than others.
These include pregnant women, persons
with heart or lung disease or anemia, those
under the influence of alcohol, and those at
high altitudes. Make certain you read and
understand all warnings. Keep this manual
for reference. It is your guide to safe and
proper operation of this generator.
Safety information appears throughout these
instructions. Pay close attention to them.
Below are definitions for the safety informa-
tion listed throughout this manual.
DANGER: indicates a hazard which will cause
severe personal injury, death, or substantial
property damage if you ignore warning.
WARNING: indicates a hazard which can
cause severe personal injury, death, or substan-
tial property damage if you ignore warning.
CAUTION: indicates a hazard which will
or can cause minor personal injury or
property damage if you ignore warning.
SAFETY
INFORMATION
• Do not use generator in highly con-
ductive areas. These areas include
metal decking and steelwork.
• Only use grounded extension cords.
• Do not use any worn or damaged
electric cords. Electric shock or dam-
age to generator may result.
• Do not wear damp clothing or wet
shoes when using generator.
4. Guard against burns. Hot engine parts
can cause severe injury. Use caution and
remain alert when using generator.
• Keep children and animals away from
generator while it is running or hot.
• Keep all covers and shields in place.
Keep them tightly secured.
• The muffler becomes very hot dur-
ing operation. The muffler remains
hot for a while after shutdown. Do
not touch muffler while it is hot.
Do not let muffler touch anything
flammable. Let engine cool before
transporting or storing.
5. Have standby installation to home
or building performed by a licensed
electrician. Do not let anyone else wire
into a utility circuit. Personal injury,
equipment damage, or damage to home
could occur.
6. Never connect generator to any exist-
ing electrical circuits. The generator
output will back-feed into the utility
power line. This may electrocute a
power company line repair person.
Also, if generator is powering electrical
circuits, the chance of an electrical fire
exists.
7. Battery gives off explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flames, and cigarettes away. Do
not remove or install battery cables
when engine is cranking or running.
Only service or use battery in a well-
vented area.
8. Battery contains sulfuric acid. Battery
acid is poisonous if swallowed. Contact
with skin or eyes may cause severe
burns. Do not tilt generator with battery
installed. Tilting could cause battery
acid to spill. Wear protective clothing
and face shield when servicing. Keep
out of children’s reach.
WARNINGS
IMPORTANT: Read this owner’s
manual and the engine owner’s
manual carefully. Become familiar
with this generator before trying
to operate or service it. Know
its uses, limitations, and any
hazards involved. Improper use
of generator can cause severe
injury or death from explosion,
fire, burns, electrical shock, or
carbon monoxide poisoning.
DANGER: Carbon monoxide
poisoning may lead to death!