Safety Messages; Electric Shock Hazards - Honeywell HW5600C Guide D'utilisation

Safety Messages

Electric Shock Hazards

WARNING
Generator produces powerful voltage that can cause
death or great physical harm.
• When using generator for back-up power, notify the
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
licensed electrician.
• 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.
• Keep the generator out of reach of children, pets,
and untrained people.
Fire and Burn Hazards
WARNING
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 6 feet (2 meters) away from
buildings, other equipment, and combustible materi-
als 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
generator or where gasoline is stored.
•
NEVER overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel
in the filler neck). After refueling, tighten the fuel cap
securely.
•
Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel
or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, the area
must be dry before starting the engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or
breathing of vapor.
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WARNING
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.
Medical and Life Support Uses
WARNING
• In case of emergency, call 911 immediately.
• NEVER use this product to power life support
devices or life support appliances.
• NEVER use this product to power medical devices or
medical appliances.
• Inform your electricity provider immediately if you or
anyone in your household depends on electrical
equipment to live.
•
Inform your electrical provider immediately if a loss
of power would cause you or anyone in your house-
hold to experience a medical emergency.
Generator Damage Hazards
NOTICE
Improper treatment or misuse of generator can cause per-
manent damage.
•
NEVER modify generator in any way.
•
NEVER tamper with governed speed. Generator
supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when
running at governed speed.
•
Damage to generator caused by misuse or modifica-
tion is not covered under warranty.
HW5600C Portable Electrical Generator Owner's Manual