General Safety Warnings; Additional Safety Rules - Ryobi RIG1000 Original Instructions Manual

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or carbon monoxide poisoning,
which will cause death or serious injury.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
■ Do not operate the unit in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
■ Keep the generator a minimum of 3 feet away from all
types of combustible material.
■ Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a
colorless, odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss
of consciousness and can lead to death. If running in a
confined or partially-enclosed area, the air may contain
a dangerous amount of carbon monoxide. To keep
exhaust fumes from building up, always provide adequate
ventilation. Never start or run the engine inside a closed or
partially enclosed area.
■ Always use a battery-powered carbon monoxide detector
when running the generator. If you begin to feel sick, dizzy,
or weak while using the generator, shut it off and get to
fresh air immediately. See a doctor. You may have carbon
monoxide poisoning.
■ Operate outdoors in a well-ventilated, well-lit area isolated
from working areas to avoid noise interference.
■ Operating the generator in wet conditions could result in
electrocution. Keep the unit dry.
■ Do not connect to the electrical system of a building unless
the generator and transfer switch have been properly
installed and the electrical output has been verified by a
qualified electrician.
■ Do not use generator with electrical cords which are worn,
frayed, bare, or otherwise damaged.
■ Do not touch bare wire or receptacles.
■ Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts
and all hot surfaces of the unit.
■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating the unit. Do not use the unit while
you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating may
result in serious personal injury.
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■ Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

■ Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire
or explosion from gasoline will burn you and others.
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never add fuel
to a machine with a running or hot engine. Move at
least 30 ft. from the refueling site before starting the
engine. Do not smoke and stay away from open flames
and sparks. Failure to safely handle fuel could result in
serious personal injury.
■ Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard
and must be replaced immediately. If you find any
leaks, correct the problem before using the product.
Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause
serious personal injury.
■ Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any
circumstances.
■ Do not remove the oil dipstick or the fuel tank cap when
the engine is running.
■ Operating voltage and frequency requirement of all
electronic equipment should be checked prior to plug-
ging them into this generator. Damage may result if the
equipment is not designed to operate within a +/- 10%
voltage variation, and +/- 3 hz frequency variation from
the generator name plate ratings.
■ Do not overload the capacity of the generators.
Exceeding the generator's wattage/amperage capacity
can damage the generator and/or electrical devices
connected to it.
■ The 12 V DC receptacle is designed to charge vented
wet lead acid batteries, not to jump start vehicles. Do
not overcharge battery or leave battery unattended.
Doing so may cause damage to the battery.
■ Do not attempt to operate the generator until assembly
is complete. Failure to comply could result in possible
serious personal injury.
■ Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners,
fuel leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts.
■ If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
■ Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition leading to
possible serious personal injury.
■ Generators vibrate in normal use. During and after the
use of the generator, inspect the generator as well as
extension cords and power supply cords connected to
it for damage resulting from vibration. Have damaged
items repaired or replaced as necessary.
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