HONDA GA-2.5H - Manual (Page 9)

GA-2.5H A.C. GENERATOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #4 (10/07/05) — PAGE 9
GA-2.5H — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety
precautions and operation techniques before using generator.
■ NEVER leave the generator unattended, turn off engine when
unattended.
■ Unauthorized equipment modifications will void all
warranties.
■ ALWAYS ensure generator is on level ground before use.
■ DO NOT place hands or fingers inside generator engine
compartment when engine is running.
■ NEVER run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage
may occur.
■ NEVER change or adjust the engine speed which has been
set at the factory prior to shipping.
■ Removing the engine oil drain plug while
the engine is hot will result in hot oil to gush
out of the oil drain plug, therefore causing
severe scalding to any persons in the
general area of the generator.
Power Cord Safety
■ NEVER let power cables or cords
lay in wate r.
■ NEVER
stand in water while AC power from the generator
is being transfer to a load.
■ NEVER use a defective or frayed power cable. Check the
cable for cuts in the insulation.
■ NEVER use a extension cord that is frayed or damaged
where the insulation has been cut.
■ ALWAYS make certain that proper power or extension cord
has been selected for the job See Table 3.
Grounding Safety
■ ALWAYS make sure that electrical circuits are properly
grounded per the National Electrical Code (NEC) and
local codes before operating generator. Severe injury or
death! by electrocution can result from operating an
ungrounded generator.
■ ALWAYS make sure generator is properly grounded to a
suitable earth ground (GROUND ROD). See installation in
this manual.
■ NEVER use
gas piping as an electrical ground.
Maintenance Safety
■ NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a
running machine.
■ High Temperatures – Always stop engine
and allow the engine to cool before adding
fuel, oil or performing service and
maintenance functions. Contact with
hot!
components can cause serious burns.
■ Keep the machinery in proper running condition.
■ Fix damage to the machine immediately and replace any
broken parts immediately.
■ ALWAYS replace any worn or damaged warning decals.
■ ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used.
Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the
reach of children and un-authorized personnel.
■ The electrical voltage required to operate the generator can
cause severe injury or even death through physical contact
with live circuits.
Turn all circuit breakers OFF before
performing maintenance on the generator.
■ Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of
potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and
fuel filters.
■ DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of
hazardous waste.
■ DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.