Generac 004451 ,004582, 004451, 004582 owner manual General Hazards, Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Commercial-Industrial-Residential Portable Generator System

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe operation be copied and posted near the unit's installation site. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment.

•Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected to receptacles AND with connected devices turned ON. Start the engine and let it stabilize before connecting electrical loads. Disconnect all electrical loads before shutting down the generator.

•Do not insert objects through unit's cooling slots.

•Never operate generator: in rain; in any enclosed compartment; if connected electrical devices overheat; if electrical output is lost; if engine or generator sparks; if flames or smoke are observed while unit is running; if unit vibrates excessively.

Note:Your generator is equipped with a spark arrestor muffler. The spark arrestor must be maintained in effective working order by the owner/ operator. In the State of California, a spark arrestor is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing, operating or servicing this equipment. Become familiar with this Owner’s Manual and with the unit. The generator can operate safely, efficiently and reliably only if it is properly installed, operated and maintained. Many accidents are caused by failing to follow simple and fundamental rules or precautions.

GENERAC® cannot possibly anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a hazard. The warnings in this

WARNING:

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state

of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING:

This product contains or emits chemicals

known to the state of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

manual, and on tags and decals affixed to the unit are, therefore, not all-inclusive. If you use a procedure, work method or operating technique GENERAC® does not specifically recommend, you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others. You also must make sure the procedure, work method or operating technique that you choose does not render the generator unsafe.

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Despite the safe design of this generator, operating this equipment imprudently, neglecting its maintenance or being careless can cause possible injury or death. Permit only responsible and capable persons to operate or maintain this equipment.

Potentially lethal voltages are generated by these machines. Ensure all steps are taken to render the machine safe before attempting to work on the generator.

Parts of the generator are rotating and/or hot during operation. Exercise care near running generators.

GENERAL HAZARDS

•For safety reasons, GENERAC® recommends that the installation, initial start-up and maintenance of this equipment is carried out by a GENERAC®/GUARDIAN® Authorized Dealer.

•The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which can be DEADLY. This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause unconsciousness or even death. This exhaust system must be installed properly, in strict compliance with applicable codes and standards. Following installation, you must do nothing that might render the system unsafe or in noncompliance with such codes and standards.

•Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans, and other moving or hot parts. Never remove any drive belt or fan guard while the unit is operating.

•Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air is critical to correct generator operation. Do not alter the installation or permit even partial blockage of ventilation provisions, as this can seriously affect safe operation of the generator. The generator MUST be operated outdoors.

•When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times. Never work on the equipment when you are physically or mentally fatigued.

•Inspect the generator regularly, and contact your nearest GENERAC®/GUARDIAN® Authorized Dealer for parts needing repair or replacement.

•Before performing any maintenance on the generator, disconnect its battery cables to prevent accidental start up. Disconnect the cable from the battery post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or (–) first. Reconnect that cable last.

•Never use the generator or any of its parts as a step. Stepping on the unit can stress and break parts, and may result in dangerous operating conditions from leaking exhaust gases, fuel leakage, oil leakage, etc.

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