Generac 00784-2, 09290-4 owner manual Introduction, Authorized Service Dealer Location

INTRODUCTION

◆READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY

If you do not understand any portion of this manual, contact Generac or your nearest Generac Authorized Service Dealer for starting, operating and servicing pro- cedures.

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

After this heading, you can read instructions that, if not strictly complied with, will result in personal injury or property damage.

After this heading, you can read instructions that, if not strictly complied with, may result in personal injury or property damage.

After this heading, you can read instructions that, if not strictly complied with, could result in damage to equipment and/or property.

NOTE:

After this heading, you can read explanatory statements that require special emphasis.

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

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

This symbol points out important safety informa- tion that, if not followed, could endanger personal safety and/or property of you and others.

This symbol points out potential explosion hazard.

This symbol points out potential fire hazard.

This symbol points out potential electrical shock hazard.

The operator (driver) is responsible for proper and safe use of the vehicle and its equipment, and the safe- ty of all vehicle occupants. We strongly recommend that the operator read this manual and thoroughly understand all instructions before using this equip- ment. We also strongly recommend instructing other occupants in the vehicle to properly start and operate the generator. This prepares them if they need to oper- ate the equipment in an emergency.

◆CONTENTS

This manual contains pertinent owner’s information, including warranty, electrical diagrams, exploded views and lists of repair parts for generator model numbers 009290-4 and 00784-2. In addition, the lat- ter portion of this manual contains information nec- essary for the proper installation of these generators.

◆OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

It is the operator's responsibility to perform all safe- ty checks, to make sure that all maintenance for safe operation is performed promptly, and to have the equipment checked periodically by a Generac Authorized Service Dealer. Normal maintenance ser- vice and replacement of parts are the responsibility of the owner/operator and, as such, are not considered defects in materials or workmanship within the terms of the warranty. Individual operating habits and usage contribute to the need for maintenance service.

Proper maintenance and care of your generator ensure a minimum number of problems and keep operating expenses at a minimum. See your Generac Authorized Service Dealer for service aids and acces- sories.

◆HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

When your generator requires servicing or repairs, simply contact a Generac Authorized Service Dealer for assistance. Service technicians are factory-trained and are capable of handling all of your service needs.

When contacting a Generac Authorized Service Dealer or the factory about parts and service, always supply the complete model number and serial number of your unit as given on its data decal, which is located on your generator.

Model No. ____________ Serial No. ______________

AUTHORIZED SERVICE

DEALER LOCATION

To locate the GENERAC AUTHORIZED SERVICE

DEALER nearest you, please call this number:

1-800-333-1322

ONLY DEALER LOCATION INFORMATION

CAN BE OBTAINED AT THIS NUMBER.

Generac® Power Systems, Inc.