Section 1: Safety Information Introduction; Read This Manual Thoroughly; Safety Rules - Generac Power Systems G0065510 Owner's Manual

Section 1: Safety Information
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing
performance, air-cooled, engine-driven generator. It is
designed to automatically supply electrical power to
operate critical loads during a utility power failure.
This unit is factory installed in an all-weather, metal
enclosure intended exclusively for outdoor installation.
This generator will operate using either vapor withdrawn
liquid propane (LP) or natural gas (NG).
NOTE: This generator is suitable for supplying typical
residential loads such as induction motors (sump pumps,
refrigerators, air conditioners, furnaces, etc.), electronic
components (computer, monitor, TV, etc.), lighting loads,
and microwaves, when sized properly. This unit is
equipped with a Wi-Fi® module, which enables the
generator owner to monitor generator status from
anywhere he or she has Internet access.
NOTE: Wi-Fi® is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi
Alliance®.
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.
Study this manual carefully before installing, 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 and fundamental rules
or precautions.
If any section of this manual is not understood, contact
the nearest Independent Authorized Service Dealer
(IASD) for starting, operating, and servicing procedures.
This manual must be used in conjunction with the
appropriate installation manual and Wi-Fi manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: The manufacturer
suggests this manual and the rules for safe operation be
copied and posted near the unit installation site. Safety
should be stressed to all operators and potential
operators of this equipment.
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Safety Rules

The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible cir-
cumstance that might involve a hazard. The alerts 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 that the manufacturer does not spe-
cifically recommend, verify that it is safe for others and
does not render the equipment unsafe.
Throughout this publication, 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 that may be
hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe
them carefully. Alert 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
a procedure and will be found within the regular text of
this manual.
These safety alerts cannot eliminate the hazards that
they indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with
the special instructions while performing the action or
service are essential to preventing accidents.
The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of
the equipment. The manufacturer strongly recommends
that if the operator is also the owner, to read the owner's
manual and thoroughly understand all instructions before
using this equipment. The manufacturer also strongly
recommends instructing other users to properly start and
operate the unit. This prepares them if they need to
operate the equipment in an emergency.
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