Safety Information GV 5600Awc_si000269gb.fm 113.3 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion EnginesInternal combustion engines present special hazards during operationand fueling. Read and follow the warning instructions in the engineowner’s manual and the safety guidelines below. Failure to follow thewarnings and safety standards could result in severe injury or death.3.3.1 NEVER use this generator inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doorsand windows are open. Only use OUTSIDE and far away fromwindows, doors, and vents. Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOUIN MINUTES. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is apoison you cannot see or smell.3.3.2 NEVER use a generator inside an enclosed area such as a tunnel or atrench.3.3.3 DO NOT smoke while operating the machine.3.3.4 DO NOT smoke when refueling the engine.3.3.5 DO NOT refuel a hot or running engine.3.3.6 DO NOT refuel the engine near an open flame.3.3.7 DO NOT spill fuel when refueling the engine.3.3.8 DO NOT run the engine near open flames.3.3.9 DO NOT start the engine if fuel has spilled or a fuel odor is present.Move the generator away from the spill and wipe the generator drybefore starting.3.3.10 ALWAYS refill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area.3.3.11 ALWAYS replace the fuel tank cap after refueling.3.3.12 ALWAYS check the fuel lines and the fuel tank for leaks and cracksbefore starting the engine. Do not run the machine if fuel leaks arepresent or the fuel lines are loose.DANGER