Craftsman 580.323300 Owner's Manual page 4

WARNING
WHEN ADDING OR DRAINmNG FUEL
Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve
pressure in tank.
Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.
DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.
Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights,
heat, and other ignition sources.
DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT
Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are
in place.
DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting
engine.
WHEN OPERATING EQUBPMENT
Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes
fue! to spill.
This generator is not for use in mobile equipment or
marine applications.
WHEN TRANSPORTmNG OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT
Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff
valve OFF.
Disconnect spark plug wire.
WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WiTH FUEL IN
TANK
Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes
dryers or other appliances that have pilot light or other
ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors.
WARNING
DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
Allow
equipment
to cool before
touching.
In the State of California a spark attester ts required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have similar
laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. If you
equip the muffler with a spark arrester, it must be
maintained in effective working order.You can order
a spark attester through your authorized Sears
service dealer.
CAUTION
DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator
supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when
running at governed speed.
DO NOT modify generator in any way.
CAUTION
See "Don't Overload Generator".
Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting
electrical loads.
Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON
for operation.
Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator
before stopping generator.
CAUTION
Use generator only for intended uses.
If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or
contact Sears.
Operate generator only on level surfaces.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust,
dirt, or corrosive vapors.
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
If connected devices overheat, turn them off and
disconnect them from generator.
Shut off generator if:
-electrical output is lost;
°equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
°unit vibrates excessively.