Generac Power Systems 004635-3, 004678-2 owner manual General Hazards

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Read the following information carefully before attempting to

! install, operate or service this equipment. Also read the instructions and information on tags, !

decals, and labels that may be affixed to the transfer switch. Replace any decal or label that is no longer legible.

DANGER! Connection of a generator to an electrical system normally supplied by an electric

!	utility shall be by means of suitable transfer equipment so as to isolate the electric system	!
	from utility distribution system when the generator is operating (Article 701 Legally Required

Standby Systems or Article 702 Optional Standby Systems, as applicable). Failure to isolate electric system by these means may result in damage to generator and may result in injury or death to utility workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.

Generac Power Systems, Inc., hereafter referred to as the “manufacturer”, cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a hazard. The warn- ings 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 the manufacturer does not specifically recommend, ensure that it is safe for others. Also make sure the procedure, work method or operating technique cho- sen does not render the transfer switch unsafe.

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

DANGER

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

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

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

NOTE:

After this heading, 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.

This symbol points out potential explosion hazard.

This symbol points out potential fire hazard.

This symbol points out potential electrical shock hazard.

! GENERAL HAZARDS !

•Any AC generator that is used for backup power if a NORMAL (UTILITY) power source failure occurs, must be isolated from the NORMAL (UTILITY) power source by means of an approved transfer switch. Failure to properly isolate the NORMAL and STANDBY power sources from each other may result in injury or death to electric utility workers, due to backfeed of electrical energy.

•Improper or unauthorized installation, operation, service or repair of the equipment is extremely dangerous and may result in death, serious per- sonal injury, or damage to equipment and/or per- sonal property.

•Extremely high and dangerous power voltages are present inside an installed transfer switch. Any contact with high voltage terminals, contacts or wires will result in extremely hazardous, and pos- sibly LETHAL, electric shock. DO NOT WORK ON THE TRANSFER SWITCH UNTIL ALL POWER VOLTAGE SUPPLIES TO THE SWITCH HAVE BEEN POSITIVELY TURNED OFF.

•Competent, qualified personnel should install, operate and service this equipment. Adhere strict- ly to local, state and national electrical and build- ing codes. When using this equipment, comply with regulations the National Electrical Code (NEC), CSA Standard; C22.1 Canadian Electric Code and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have established.

•Never handle any kind of electrical device while standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet. DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY RESULT.