Section 1: Safety Introduction; Read This Manual Thoroughly; Safety Alerts; Safety Information - Generac Power Systems Protector Series Owner's Manual

Section 1: Safety
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this stationary automatic
standby generator set. Every effort was made to ensure
that the information in this manual was both accurate and
complete at the time it was released. However, the
manufacturer reserves the right to change, alter or
otherwise improve this product at any time without prior
notice.
This generator is designed to automatically supply
electrical power to operate critical loads during a utility
power failure. The unit is factory installed in an all-
weather metal enclosure and is intended exclusively
for outdoor installation using only diesel fuel.
When properly sized, the generator is suitable for
supplying typical residential/commercial loads, such as
induction motors (sump pumps, refrigerators, freezers,
air conditioners, furnaces, etc.), electronic components
(computers, monitors,
microwaves, and other residential and business loads.
The information in this manual is accurate based on
products produced at the time of publication. The
manufacturer reserves the right to make technical
updates, corrections, and product revisions at any time
without notice.

Read this Manual Thoroughly

WARNING
Consult Manual. Read and understand manual
completely before using product. Failure to
completely understand manual and product
could result in death or serious injury.
The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of
this equipment. Read and thoroughly understand the
contents of this manual before attempting to use the
equipment. If any portion of this manual is not fully
understood, contact the nearest Independent Authorized
Service Dealer (IASD) for assistance.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: The manufacturer
suggests that this manual and the rules for safe operation
be copied and posted near the generator installation site.
Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential
operators of this equipment.
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Safety Alerts

Throughout this manual, and on tags and decals affixed
to the unit, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE
blocks are used to alert personnel to special instructions
about a particular operation, function or service that may
be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly.
Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTE: Notes contain additional information important to
an operation or procedure.
These "Safety Alerts" cannot eliminate the hazards that
they signal. Strict compliance with these special
instructions, plus common sense, are major accident
prevention measures.

Safety Information

Study these safety rules carefully before operating or
servicing this equipment. Become familiar with this
Owner's Manual and with the unit. The generator can
operate safely, efficiently and reliably only if it is properly
installed, operated and maintained. Many accidents are
caused by failing to follow simple rules or precautions.
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 not all-inclusive. If using a procedure, work method or
operating technique the
specifically recommend, ensure that it is safe for
personnel. Also make sure the procedure, work method
or operating technique used does not render the
generator unsafe.
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