Introduction And Safety; Introduction; Safety Rules; Safety Symbols And Meanings - Craftsman CMXGIAC3000 Instruction Manual

INTRODUCTION AND SAFETY

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a CRAFTSMAN product. This
unit has been designed to provide high-performance,
efficient operation, and years of use when maintained
properly.
WARNING: Consult Manual. Read and under-
stand manual completely before using prod-
uct. Failure to completely understand manual
and product could result in death or serious
injury. (000100a)
If any section of the manual is not understood, contact
your nearest Service Dealer, or contact CRAFTSMAN at 1-
888-331-4569, or WWW.CRAFTSMAN.COM
questions or concerns.
The owner is responsible for proper maintenance and
safe use of the equipment. Before operating, servicing or
storing this generator:
• Study all warnings in this manual and on the product
carefully.
• Become familiar with this manual and the unit before
use.
• Refer to the Assembly section of the manual for instruc-
tions on final assembly procedures. Follow the instruc-
tions completely.
Save these instructions for future reference. ALWAYS
supply this manual to any individual that will use this
machine.
The information in this manual is accurate based on
products produced at the time of publication. The man-
ufacturer reserves the right to make technical updates,
corrections, and product revisions at any time without
notice.

Safety Rules

The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible cir-
cumstance that might involve a hazard. The warnings in
this manual, and on tags and decals affixed to the unit
are, therefore, not all inclusive. If using a procedure, work
method or operating technique that the manufacturer
does not specifically recommend, verify that it is safe for
others. Also make sure the procedure, work method or
operating technique utilized does not render the equip-
ment unsafe.
Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals
affixed to the generator, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION
and NOTE blocks are used to alert personnel to special
instructions about a particular operation that may be
hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe
them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:
DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTE: Notes contain additional information important to a
procedure and will be found within the regular text of this
manual.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that
they indicate. Common sense and strict compliance
with the special instructions while performing the
action or service are essential to preventing accidents.

Safety Symbols and Meanings

Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
with any
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is
a poison you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use inside a home
or garage, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open.
DANGER: Asphyxiation. Running engines pro-
duce carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless,
poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
(000103)
DANGER:
must be properly maintained. Do not alter or
modify the exhaust system as to render it
unsafe or make it noncompliant with local
codes and/or standards. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury. (000179b)
• If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the generator
has been running, move to fresh air IMMEDIATELY. See a
doctor, as you could have carbon monoxide poisoning.
DANGER: Electrocution. Water contact with a
power source, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury. (000104)
DANGER: Electrocution. Turn utility and emer-
gency power supplies to OFF before connecting
power source and load lines. Failure to do so
will result in death or serious injury. (000116)
WARNING: Equipment and property damage. Do
not alter construction of, installation, or block
ventilation for generator. Failure to do so could
result in unsafe operation or damage to the
generator. (000146)
WARNING: Asphyxiation. Always use a battery
operated carbon monoxide alarm indoors and
installed according to the manufacturer's
instructions. Failure to do so could result in
death or serious injury. (000178a)
WARNING: Equipment and property damage. Do
not operate unit on uneven surfaces, or areas
of excessive moisture, dirt, dust or corrosive
vapors. Doing so could result in death, serious
injury, property and equipment damage.
(000250)
DANGER
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
Asphyxiation. The exhaust system
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