Generac 005735-0 Introduction, Read this Manual Thoroughly, Safety Rules, General Hazards

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this model by Generac Power Systems, Inc. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled, engine driven generator designed to supply electrical power to operate electrical loads where no utility power is available or in place of utility due to a power outage.

READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY

If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact the nearest Authorized Dealer for starting, operating and servicing procedures.

The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of the equipment. We strongly recommend that the operator read this manual and thoroughly understand all instructions before using the equipment. We also strongly recommend instructing other users to properly start and operate the

unit. This prepares them if they need to operate the equipment in an emergency.

The generator can operate safely, efficiently and reliably only if it is properly located, operated and maintained. Before operating or servicing the generator:

•Become familiar with and strictly adhere to all local, state and national codes and regulations.

•Study all safety warnings in this manual and on the product carefully.

•Become familiar with this manual and the unit before use.

The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a hazard. The warnings in this manual, and on tags and decals affixed to the unit are, therefore, not all inclusive. If using a procedure, work method or operating technique that the manufacturer does not specifically recommend, ensure that it is safe for others. Also make sure the procedure, work method or operating technique utilized does not render the generator unsafe.

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS BASED ON MACHINES IN PRODUCTION AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION. GENERAC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THIS MANUAL AT ANY TIME.

SAFETY RULES

Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals affixed to the generator, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE blocks are used to alert personnel to special instructions about a particular operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:

Indicates a hazardous situation or action which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation or action which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation or action which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

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NOTE:

Notes contain additional information important to a procedure and will be found within the regular text body of this manual.

These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with the special instructions while performing the action or service are essential to preventing accidents.

Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The type of information each indicates is as follows:

This symbol points out important safety

information that, if not followed, could endanger personal safety and/or property of others.

This symbol points out potential explosion hazard.

This symbol points out potential fire hazard.

This symbol points out potential electrical shock hazard.

GENERAL HAZARDS

•Never operate in an enclosed area or indoors.

•For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends that the maintenance of this equipment is carried out by an Authorized Dealer. Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the nearest Authorized Dealer for parts needing repair or replacement.

•Operate generator only on level surfaces and where it will not be exposed to excessive moisture, dirt, dust or corrosive vapors.

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

•Certain parts of the generator get extremely hot during operation. Keep clear of the generator until it has cooled to avoid severe burns.

•Do NOT operate generator in the rain.

•Do not alter the construction of the generator or change controls which might create an unsafe operating condition.

•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.

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

•Never use the gen=erator 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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