Before Operation; Are You Ready To Get Started; Knowledge; Is Your Generator Ready To Go - Honda EM5000SX Owner's Manual

BEFORE OPERATION

ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?

Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will
significantly reduce your risk of injury.

Knowledge

Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to
operate them.
Familiarize yourself with the generator and its operation before you begin using
it. Know how to quickly shut off the generator in case of an emergency.
If the generator is being used to power appliances, be sure that they do not
exceed the generator's load rating (see page 55).

IS YOUR GENERATOR READY TO GO?

For your safety, to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, and to
maximize the service life of your equipment, it is very important to take a few
moments before you operate the generator to check its condition. Be sure to
take care of any problem you find, or have your servicing dealer correct it,
before you operate the generator.
To prevent a possible fire, keep the generator at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from
building walls, vehicles, and other equipment during operation. Do not place
flammable objects close to the engine or exhaust.
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Failure to properly maintain this
generator, or failing to correct a problem
before operation, could result in a
significant malfunction.
Some malfunctions can cause serious
injuries or death.
Always perform a pre-operation
inspection before each operation and
correct any problems.