Exhaust And Location Hazards; Electrical Hazards - Generac Power Systems iX series Owner's Manual

Electrocution. Turn utility and emergency
power supplies to OFF before connecting power
source and load lines. Failure to do so will result
in death or serious injury.
• For safety reasons, it is recommended that
the maintenance of this equipment be per-
formed by an IASD. Inspect the generator
regularly, and contact the nearest IASD for
parts needing repair or replacement.
• Operate generator only on level surfaces
and where it will not be exposed to exces-
sive moisture, dirt, dust or corrosive vapors.
Moving Parts. Keep clothing, hair, and appendages
away from moving parts. Failure to do so could
result in death or serious injury.
Hot Surfaces. When operting machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustables during use. Hot surfaces
could result in severe burns or fire.
Equipment and property damage. Do not alter
construction of, installation, or block ventilation for
generator. Failure to do so could result in unsafe
operation or damage to the generator.
Do not insert any object through the air cooling slots.
Generator can start at any time and could result in
death, serious injury, and unit damage.
• When working on this equipment, remain
alert at all times.
• Never work on the equipment when physi-
cally or mentally fatigued.
• 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 danger-
ous operating conditions from leaking
exhaust gases, fuel leakage, oil leakage,
etc.
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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING

Exhaust and Location Hazards

Equipment and property damage. Do not alter
construction of, installation, or block ventilation for
generator. Failure to do so could result in unsafe
operation or damage to the generator.
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• If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after
the generator has been running, move to
fresh air IMMEDIATELY. Seek medical
attention as you could have carbon monox-
ide poisoning.
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Electrical Hazards

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• The National Electric Code (NEC) requires
the frame and external electrically conduc-
tive parts of the generator be properly con-
nected to an approved earth ground. Local
electrical codes may also require proper
grounding of the generator. Consult with a
local electrician for grounding requirements
in the area.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in any
damp or highly conductive area (such as
metal decking or steel work).
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DANGER
Asphyxiation. Running engines produce carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas.
Carbon monoxide, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
The exhaust system must be properly maintained. Do
not alter or modify the exhaust system as to render it
unsafe or make it noncompliant with local codes and/or
standards. Failure to do so will result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING
Asphyxiation. Always use a battery operated carbon
monoxide alarm indoors and installed according to
the manufacturer's instructions. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
Electrocution. Contact with bare wires,
terminals, and connections while generator
is running will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
Electrocution. Water contact with a power source,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
Electrocution. In the event of electrical accident,
immediately shut power OFF. Use non-conductive
implements to free victim from live conductor. Apply
first aid and get medical help. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
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