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DANGER
Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while
working on this equipment. Doing so will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Explosion. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire.
Batteries are explosive. Electrolyte solution can cause
burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts skin or eyes,
flush with water and seek immediate medical attention.
WARNING
Explosion. Batteries emit explosive gases while
charging. Keep fire and spark away. Wear protective
gear when working with batteries. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Electrical shock. Disconnect battery ground
terminal before working on battery or battery
wires. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
Risk of burns. Batteries contain sulfuric acid and can
cause severe chemical burns. Wear protective gear
when working with batteries. Failure to do so could
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Risk of burn. Do not open or mutilate batteries.
Batteries contain electrolyte solution which can
cause burns and blindness. If electrolyte contacts
skin or eyes, flush with water and seek immediate
medical attention.
WARNING
Environmental Hazard. Always recycle batteries at an
official recycling center in accordance with all local
laws and regulations. Failure to do so could result in
environmental damage, death, or serious injury.
Always recycle batteries in accordance with local laws
and regulations. Contact your local solid waste collection
site or recycling facility to obtain information on local
recycling processes. For more information on battery
recycling, visit the Battery Council International website
at:
http://batterycouncil.org
Installation Guidelines For Spark-Ignited Stationary Generators
General Rules
Loss of life. Property damage. Installation must always
comply with applicable codes, standards, laws and
(000188)
regulations. Failure to do so will result in death
or serious injury.
Electrical backfeed. Use only approved switchgear to
isolate generator from the normal power source.
Failure to do so will result in death, serious injury,
(000162)
and equipment damage.
Equipment damage. Only qualified service personnel may
install, operate, and maintain this equipment. Failure to
follow proper installation requirements could result in death,
(000137a)
serious injury, and equipment or property damage.
Electrocution. Refer to local codes and standards
for safety equipment required when working with a
(000164)
live electrical system. Failure to use required safety
equipment could result in death or serious injury.
•
Follow all safety precautions in the owner's man-
ual, installation guidelines, and other documents
included with the equipment.
•
See NFPA 70E for safety equipment required when
(000138a)
working with a live system.
•
Never energize a new system without opening all
disconnects and breakers.
•
Always consult local code for additional require-
ments for the area where unit is being installed.
•
Incorrect installation can result in personal injury
and damage to the generator. It may also suspend
(000163a)
or void the warranty. All instructions listed below
must be followed including location clearances and
pipe sizes.
Before You Begin
•
Contact local inspector or city hall to be aware of all
(000228)
federal, state, and local codes which could impact
installation. Secure all required permits before
installing.
•
Fully comply with all relevant NEC, NFPA, and
OSHA standards, as well as all federal, state, and
local building and electric codes. This unit must be
installed in accordance with current NFPA 37 and
NFPA 70 standards, and any other federal, state,
Safety Rules & General Information
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
WARNING
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(000237)
(000182a)
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