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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe
operation be copied and posted in potential hazard areas. Safety should be stressed to all
operators, potential operators, and service and repair technicians for this equipment.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important instructions that should be
followed during installation and maintenance of the generator and batteries.
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.
Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing,
operating or servicing this equipment. Become familiar
with this Owner's Manual and with the unit. The gen-
erator 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.
The manufacturer cannot possibly 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 tech-
nique that the manufacturer does not specifically
recommend, ensure that it is safe for others. Also
make sure the procedure, work method or operat-
ing technique chosen does not render the generator
unsafe.
Despite the safe design of this generator, operat-
ing this equipment imprudently, neglecting its
maintenance or being careless can cause possible
injury or death. Permit only responsible and capa-
ble persons to install, 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Standby Generator Sets
DANGER
• For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends
that this equipment be installed, serviced and
repaired by an Authorized Service Dealer or other
competent, qualified electrician or installation
technician who is familiar with applicable codes,
standards and regulations. The operator also must
comply with all such codes, standards and regula-
tions.
• Installation, operation, servicing and repair of this
(and related) equipment must always comply with
applicable codes, standards, laws and regulations.
Adhere strictly to local, state and national electri-
cal and building codes. Comply with regulations
the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) has established. Also, ensure that the
generator is installed, operated and serviced in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and recommendations. Following installation, do
nothing that might render the unit unsafe or in
noncompliance with the aforementioned codes,
standards, laws and regulations.
• The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monox-
ide gas, which can be DEADLY. This dangerous gas,
if breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause
unconsciousness or even death. For that reason,
adequate ventilation must be provided. Exhaust
gases must be piped safely away from any building
or enclosure that houses the generator to an area
where people, animals, etc., will not be harmed.
This exhaust system must be installed properly, in
strict compliance with applicable codes and stan-
dards.
• 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 venti-
lating air is critical in any room or building hous-
ing the generator to prevent buildup of explosive
gases and to ensure correct generator operation.
Do not alter the installation or permit even partial
blockage of ventilation provisions, as this can seri-
ously affect safe operation of the generator.
• Keep the area around the generator clean and
uncluttered. Remove any materials that could
become hazardous.
• When working on this equipment, remain alert
at all times. Never work on the equipment when
physically or mentally fatigued.
GENERAL HAZARDS
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