Generac Power Systems GP7500E-5943-5 Owner's Manual page 4

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GENERAL HAZARDS
* NEVERoperate in an enclosed area, in a vehicle, or indoors
EVENIF doors and windows are open.
* For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends that the
maintenanceof this equipment is carried out by an Authorized
Dealer.Inspectthe generatorregularly,and contact the nearest
AuthorizedDealerfor parts needingrepair or replacement.
* Operategeneratoronly on levelsurfaces and whereit will not be
exposedto excessivemoisture, dirt, dust or corrosive vapors.
* Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans,
and other moving parts. Never remove any fan guard or shield
while the unit is operating.
* Certain parts of the generator get extremely hot during
operation. Keep clear of the generator until it has cooled to
avoid severe burns.
* Do NOToperategeneratorin the rain.
* Do not alter the construction of the generator or change
controls which might create an unsafe operatingcondition.
* Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected
to receptacles AND with connected devices turned ON. Start
the engine and let it stabilize before connecting electrical
loads. Disconnectall electrical loads before shutting down the
generator.
* Do not insert objectsthrough unit's cooling slots.
* When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times.
Never work on the equipment when physically or mentally
fatigued.
* Never use the generatoror any of its parts as a step. Stepping
on the unit can stress and break parts, and may result in
dangerous operating conditions from leaking exhaust gases,
fuel leakage,oil leakage,etc.
NOTE:
This generatormay be equippedwith a spark arrestor muffler.
The spark arrestor must be maintained in effective working
order by the owner/operator. In the State of California, a spark
arrestor is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands.
EXHAUST & LOCATIONHAZARDS
• Never operatein an enclosedarea or indoors!NEVERuse in
the home, in a vehicle, or in partly enclosedareas such as
garages, EVEN iF doors and windowsare open! ONLYuse
outdoors and far from open windows,doors, vents, and in an
area that will not accumulate deadly exhaust.
Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU iN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is
a poison you cannot see or smeJJ.
NEVER use inside a home
or garage, EVEN iF doors
and windows are open.
Only use OUTSIDE and
far away from windows,
doors, and vents.
* The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, which
you cannot see or smell. This poisonous gas, if breathed in
sufficient concentrations, can cause unconsciousnessor even
death.
* Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air
is critical to correct generator operation. Do not alter the
installation or permit even partial blockage of ventilation
provisions, as this can seriously affect safe operation of the
generator.The generatorMUSTbe operatedoutdoors.
* This exhaustsystem must be properly maintained.Do nothing
thatmight renderthe exhaustsystemunsafeor in noncompliance
with any local codes and/or standards.
* Always use a battery operatedcarbon monoxidealarm indoors,
installed according to the manufacturer'sinstructions.
* If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the generator has
been running,move to fresh air IMMEDIATELY See a doctor,as
you could have carbon monoxide poisoning.