Honeywell HW5500EL Owners Manual - Page 8

Safety Messages Electric Shock Hazards WARNING Generator produces powerful voltage that can cause death or great physical harm. • When using generator for back-up power, notify the utility company. Use approved transfer equipment to isolate generator from electric utility. • NEVER connect to a building's electrical system unless a transfer switch has been installed by a qualified electrician. • NEVER touch bare wires or receptacles. • NEVER use generator with electrical cords that are worn, frayed, bare, or otherwise damaged. • NEVER operate generator in rain or snow, or when the generator is set on wet surface. Fire and Burn Hazards WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. • Refuel generator only outdoors, in a well-ventilated area. • NEVER enclose the generator in any structure. • Keep generator at least 6 feet (2 meters) away from buildings, other equipment, and combustible materials during operation. • NEVER fill fuel tank while the engine is running. Turn generator OFF and allow to cool before filling with fuel. • NEVER smoke or allow flames or sparks near the generator or where gasoline is stored. • NEVER overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely. • Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, be sure the area is dry before starting the engine. • Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor. WARNING The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine. • NEVER touch hot surfaces and avoid hot gases. • Let engine cool before storing the generator indoors. Medical and Life Support Uses WARNING • In case of emergency, call 911 immediately. • NEVER use this product to power life support devices or life support appliances. • NEVER use this product to power medical devices or medical appliances. • Inform your electricity provider immediately if you or anyone in your household depends on electrical equipment to live. • Inform your electrical provider immediately if a loss of power would cause you or anyone in your household to experience a medical emergency. Generator Damage Hazards NOTICE Improper treatment or misuse of generator can cause permanent damage. • NEVER modify generator in any way. • NEVER tamper with governed speed. Generator supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed speed. • Damage to generator caused by misuse or modification is not covered under Warranty. 2 www.honeywellgenerators.com HW5500/HW5500E/HW5500EL/HW5500L Portable Electrical Generator Owner's Manual