Safety Information - Honda EX350 Owner's Manual

Honda generators are designed to give safe and dependable service when
operated according
to
instructions. Read and understand this Owner's
Manual before operating the generator. Failure to do so could result in per-
sonal injury or equipment damage.
lo avoid severe personal injury or equipment damage, observe the
following precautions:
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Place the generator on a firm, level surface; avoid loose sand or snow. If
the generator is tilted or overturned, fuel spillage and a fire may result.
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To prevent fire hazards and to provide adequate ventilation, keep the
generator at least 1 meter (3
feet) away
from buildings and other equip-
ment dun'ng operation.
Do not place
flammable objects close to the
generator.
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Connections for standby power to a building's electrical system must be
made by a qualified electrician and must comply with all'applicable laws
and electrical codes. Improper connections can allow electrical current
from the generator to backfeed into the utility lines. Such backfeed may
electrocute utility company workers or others who contact the lines dur-
ing a power outage, and when utility power Is restored, the generator
may explode, burn, or cause fires in the building's electrical system.
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Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation due to a
possibility of electric shock or bums from hot components.
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Know how to stop the generator quickly, and understand the operation
of all the controls. Never permit anyone
to
operate the generator with-
out proper instruction.
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The
generator is a potential source of electrical shock if misused. Do not
expose the generator to moisture, rain or snow.
Do
not let the generator
get wet, and do not operate it with wet hands.
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Fuel is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions.
- Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not
smoke or allow flames or sparks in the refueling area or where fuel is
stored.
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Do not
overfill the fuel tank.
After
refueling, make sure the tank cap is
closed properly and securely.
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