Craftsman 580.675610 Operator's Manual page 5

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WHENADJUSTINGOR MAKINGREPAIRS TO YOUR
GENERATOR
o Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place
the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WREN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK
o Use approved spark plug tester.
o DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
Starter and other rotating parts can entangle
hands, hair, clothing,
or accessories.
o NEVERoperate generator without protective housing or covers.
o DO NOTwear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that may be
caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
o Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
CAUTION
Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury
and damage to generator.
Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.
DO NOTtamper with governed speed. Generator supplies
correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed
speed.
DO NOT modify generator in any way.
NOTICE
Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can
damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.
See"Don't Overload Generator".
Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting
electrical loads.
Connect electrical loads in OFFposition, then turn ON for
operation.
Turn electrical loads OFFand disconnect from generator before
stopping generator.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and
shorten its life.
Use generator only for intended uses.
If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or contact
Sears.
Operate generator only on level surfaces.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or
corrosive vapors.
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect
them from generator.
Shut off generator if:
-electrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.
This equipment is designed to be used with Sears authorized
parts ONLY. If equipment is usedwith parts that DO NOT
comply with minimum specifications, user assumes all risks
and liabilities.