Introduction; Safety Rules - Generac Power Systems 005792-0 Owner's Manual

iNTRODUCTiON
Thankyou for purchasingthis model by GeneracPowerSystems,
Inc. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled,
engine driven generator designed to supply electrical power to
operate electrical loads where no utility power is available or in
place of utility due to a power outage.
BEADTHiS MANUALTHOROUGHLY
If any portion of this manualis not understood,contact the nearest
AuthorizedDealerfor starting, operatingand servicing procedures.
The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of the
equipment. We strongly recommend that the operator read this
manualand thoroughly understandall instructions beforeusingthe
equipment.We also stronglyrecommendinstructing other usersto
properlystart and operatethe unit. This preparesthem if they need
to operatethe equipmentin an emergency.Savethese instructions
for future reference.If you loanthis unit to someone,ALWAYS loan
these instructions to the individualas welt.
The generatorcan operate safely, efficiently and reliably only if it
is properly located, operatedand maintained.Before operatingor
servicing the generator:
• Become familiar with and strictly adhereto all local, state and
nationalcodes and regulations.
• Study all safety warnings in this manual and on the product
carefully.
• Becomefamiliar with this manual and the unit before use.
The manufacturer cannot anticipateevery possible circumstance
that might involve a hazard.The warnings in this manual, and on
tags and decals affixedto the unit are, therefore,not all inclusive.
If using a procedure, work method or operatingtechniquethat the
manufacturer does not specifically recommend, ensure that it is
safe for others. Also make sure the procedure, work method or
operatingtechnique utilizeddoes not renderthe generatorunsafe.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS BASED ON
MACHINESIN PRODUCTION AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION.
GENERAC RESERVES THE RIGHTTO MODIFYTHIS MANUALAT
ANYTIME.
SAFETY R ULES
Throughoutthis publication,and on tags and decals affixedto the
generator, DANGER,WARNING,CAUTIONand NOTEblocks are
used to alert personnelto special instructions about a particular
operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or
carelessly.Observethem carefully.Their definitionsare as follows:
iNDICATES A HAZARDOUS SiTUATiON OR
ACTION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, WiLL RESULT
IN DEATH OR SERIOUS iNJURY.
indicates a hazardous situation or action which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
_,CAUTION!
indicates a hazardous situation or action which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTE:
Notes contain additional informationimportantto a procedure
and will be found withinthe regulartext body of this manual.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they
indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with the special
instructions while performing the action or service are essentialto
preventingaccidents.
Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the DANGER,
WARNINGand CAUTIONblocks. The type of information each
indicates is as follows:
This symbol points out important safety
information that, if not followed, could
endanger personal safety and/or property of
others.
This symbol points out potential explosion
hazard.
//_This symbol points out potential fire hazard.
/i_This symbol points out potential electrical
shock hazard.
GENERAL HAZARDS
• Neveroperatein an enclosedarea or indoorsEVENIF 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 needing repair 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 removeany 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. Disconnect all electrical loads beforeshutting 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.