[. . . ] WARNING Read this manual carefully before using the machine, for your own safety. [. . . ] I Only connect the equipment when the generator is running at full speed. I Immediately switch off the generator in one of the following situations: - hitches or unstable running of the motor - decrease of the electrical output - overheating of the connected load - excessive vibrating of the generator - sparking - presence of smoke or fire I Make sure that the generator has enough fuel when connected to the load. After use let the machine cool down for at least 15 minutes before refuelling. the sound absorber and the air filter function as flame catchers in case of after-burning. Therefore see to it that they are mounted properly and are in good technical condition. After use let the machine cool down for at least 15 minutes before refuelling. Always use fuel that fulfils the following specifications: unleaded petrol, octane content at least 85, mixed with oil (mix ratio oil:petrol 1 : 50). TROUBLE-SHOOTING If the machine does not work correctly, follow the directions below to solve the problem. [. . . ] Have been designed in compliance with the following standards: EN 50082-1, CISPR 12, DIN 6280-10 and in accordance with the following directives: 89/37/EEC, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC The EC type approval has been provided by: TÜV Rheinland Product Safety GmbH, Am Grauen Stein, Köln, Germany Ede, The Netherlands, September 2004 Level of sound pressure: 31L801 ENVIRONMENT Should your machine need replacement after extended use, do not put it in the domestic waste but dispose of it in an environmentally safe way. [. . . ]