Safety Guidelines - Definitions; Important Safety Instructions; Risk Of Electrocution And Fire - Porter-Cable DTE325 Instruction Manual

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS

This manual contains information that
is important for you to know and un-
derstand. This information relates to
protecting YOUR SAFETY and PRE-
VENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS.
To help you recognize this
tion, we use symbols to the right.
Please read the manual and pay at-
tention to these sections.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

HAZARD
Attempting to connect generator
directly to the electrical system of
any building structure.
Improper storage of extension
cord
URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION - A HAZ-
ARD THAT WILL CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
OR LOSS OF LIFE.
informa-
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION - A
HAZARD THAT MIGHT CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
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When using this product basic precautions should always be followed
including the following:

RISK OF ELECTROCUTION AND FIRE

WHAT COULD HAPPEN
Back feeding electricity through a
building's electrical system to the
outside utility feed lines could en-
danger repair persons attempting to
restore service.
Attempting to connect to the incoming
utility service could result in electrocu-
tion.
Restoration of electrical service while
the generator is connected to the
incoming utility could result in a fire or
serious damage if an isolator switch is
not installed.
Failure to use a double throw transfer
switch when connecting to a
structure's electrical system can
damage appliances and WILL VOID
the manufacturer's warranty.
Extension cord can come into contact
with hot engine parts resulting in
damage. Using a damaged extension
cord can result in electrocution or
death.
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Information for preventing damage to
equipment.
Information that you should pay
special attention to.
HOW TO PREVENT IT
Never backfeed electricity through
a structure's electrical system.
To connect to a structure's electri-
cal system in a safe manner,
always have a Double-Throw
Transfer Switch installed by a
qualified electrician and in compli-
ance with local ordinances. (When
installing a Double-Throw Trans-
fer Switch, a minimum of 10
gauge wiring must be used.)
Never fold handle over hot engine
with extension cord wrapped on
storage bracket.