Ford FG6250E Operator's Manual page 6

WARNING!
• Never handle the generator, electronic devices, or any cord while standing in water, while barefoot, or when hands
or feet are wet.
• Always keep the generator dry. Never operate generator in rain or under wet conditions.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in a damp or highly conductive area, such as metal decking or steel
work.
• Never plug electronic devices into generator having frayed, worn, or bare wires. Never touch bare wires or make
contact with receptacles.
• Never permit a child or unqualified person to operate generator. Keep children a minimum of 10 feet away from the
generator at all times.
• If using the generator for back up power, notify the utility company.
• If connecting generator to a building's electrical system for standby power, you must use a qualified electrician to
install a transfer switch. Failure to isolate the generator from the power utility could result in serious injury or death to
electric utility workers.
WARNING!
• Only operate generator on a level surface.
• Always connect the nut and ground terminal on the frame to an appropriate ground source.
WARNING!
Never modify this unit in any way or modify governed speed.
• Increasing governing speed is dangerous which can result in personal injury and / or damaged equipment.
• Decreasing governing speed adds an excessive load and can damage equipment.
• Only when operating at the preset governing speed will this generator will supply the correct rated frequency and
voltage.
WARNING!
Only use this unit as intended or serious injury or death could result.
• Do not bypass any safety device. Moving parts are covered with guards. Make sure all protective covers are in place.
• Never transport or make adjustments to this unit while it is running.
• Never insert objects through cooling slots.
Never operate this unit if there are any broken or missing parts and only use Ford Power
WARNING!
Equipment replacement parts specifically designed for this unit.
• Improper treatment of generator can damage the unit and shorten it's life.
• Always repair this unit as specified in this manual. If you have any questions contact your dealer or consult a qualified
service center.
• Shut generator off if electrical output is missing, unit vibrates excessively or begins to smoke, spark or emit flames.
PROP 65 WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
SAFETY RULES
This generator produces a very high voltage which could result in burns or
electrocution causing serious injury or death.
Generator must be properly grounded to prevent electrocution.
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