Important Safety Warnings; Fire & Ventilation Precautions - Generac Power Systems BELT DRIVEN POWER WASHER Opeartor's Manual

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fire & ventilation precautions:
1. This unit was designed for outdoor use only. NEVER operate this unit in
an enclosed area. ALWAYS make certain there is adequate air (oxygen)
for combustion as well as ventilation to prevent the presence of poisonous
carbon monoxide gases. Beware of poorly ventilated areas or exhaust fans
which can cause inadequate combustion or engine overheating.
2. DANGER: Carbon monoxide produced during use CAN KILL in minutes.
NEVER use indoors, in a vehicle or in other sheltered areas, EVEN IF doors
and windows are open. Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows,
doors and vents.
a. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing carbon
monoxide can cause headache, fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion,
seizures, nausea, fainting or death. If you start experiencing any of these
symptoms, IMMEDIATELY move to fresh air. Seek medical attention.
b. Keep exhaust gas from entering confined area through windows, doors
ventilation intakes, or other openings. Warn any occupants inside about
the symptoms of carbon monoxide so they know to move to fresh air if
they begin to feel ill.
c. The use of a carbon monoxide detector inside any occupied premise
between the power washer and the occupant is recommended.
d. Use a respirator or mask whenever there is a chance that harmful gas
or vapors may be inhaled.
e. Read all instructions with respirator or mask so you are certain the
respirator or mask will provide the necessary protection against inhaling
harmful gas or vapors. If you begin to experience any of the carbon
monoxide symptoms listed above, IMMEDIATELY move to fresh air.
3. NEVER operate this unit in the presence of flammable vapors or combustible
dust, gases or other combustible materials. (A spark may cause an explosion
or fire.) When servicing this machine, be especially careful to properly
dispose of any flammable materials. DO NOT spray flammable liquids.
4. ENGINE FUEL TANK:
a. do not smoKe wHile filling engine fuel tanK
b. NEVER fill the engine fuel tank while the unit is running or hot. Allow
the engine to cool two minutes before refueling.
c. DO NOT refuel indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
d. ALWAYS refuel slowly to avoid the possibility of spilled fuel which may
cause a risk of fire.
5. DO NOT operate the unit if gasoline is spilled. Wipe unit clean and move
the unit away from the spill. Avoid creating any ignition until the gasoline
has evaporated.
6. DO NOT store the unit near an open flame or any equipment such as a
stove, furnace, water heater, etc., which utilizes a pilot light or devices which
can create a spark.
The following is required by California State law, Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code. Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws
apply on federal lands.
a spark arrester must be added to the muffler of this engine if it is
to be used on any forest covered, brush covered or grass covered
unimproved land. the arrester must be maintained in effective
working order by the operator.
See your engine or equipment dealer for spark arrester muffler options.

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