Craftsman 580.328310 Owner's Manual page 4

WARNING 1
When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is
felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.
NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices
plugged in and turned on.
WARNING
WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL
Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve
pressure in tank.
Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.
Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights,
heat, and other ignition sources.
DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT
Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are
in place.
DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
If fue! spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.
WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT
Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes
fuel to spill.
DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine.
This generator is not for use in mobile equipment or
marine applications.
WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutof
valve OFF.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WiTH FUEL IN
TANK
Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes
dryers or other appliances that have pilot light or other
ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors.
WARNING
WHEN ADJUST}NG OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR
GENERATOR
Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and
place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
WHEN TESTBNG FOR ENGINE SPARK
Use approved spark plug tester.
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.
WARNING
DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
Allow equipment to cool before touching.
The generator must be at least 5 feet from structures having
combustible wails and/or other combustible materials.
Keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides of generator
for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.
In the State of California a spark arrester is required by
law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws
apply on federal lands. If you equip the muffler with a
spark arrester, it must be maintained in effective working
order.You can order a spark arrester through your
authorized Sears service dealer.
CAUTION
DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator
supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when
running at governed speed.
DO NOT modify generator in any way.
CAUTION
See "Don't Overload Generator".
Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting
electrical loads.
Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON
for operation.
Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator
before stopping generator.
CAUTION
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:
oelectrical output is lost;
-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
-unit vibrates excessively.