Exhaust Hazards; Electrical Hazards; Fire Hazards; Explosion Hazards - Generac Power Systems RD015 Owner's Manual

1.4 — Exhaust Hazards
• Generator engine exhaust contains DEADLY carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Breathing
carbon monoxide can cause dizziness, throbbing temples, nausea, muscular twitching, headache, vomiting,
weakness, sleepiness, inability to think clearly, fainting, unconsciousness or even death. If any carbon monoxide
poisoning symptom is experienced, move into fresh air and immediately seek medical attention.
• This generator is designed for OUTDOOR installation ONLY. Never operate the generator inside any garage or
other enclosed space.
1.5 — Electrical Hazards
• All generators covered by this manual produce dangerous electrical voltages that can cause fatal electrical
shock. Utility power delivers extremely high and dangerous voltages to the transfer switch, as does the standby
generator when it is in operation. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals, connections, etc. while the unit is run-
ning. Ensure all appropriate covers, guards and barriers are in place, secured and/or locked before operating the
generator. If work must be done around an operating unit, stand on an insulated, dry surface to reduce potential
shock hazard.
• Do not handle any kind of electrical device while standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet.
DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL SHOCK MAY RESULT.
• The generator may crank and start at any time when utility power is lost. When this occurs, load circuits are
transferred to the STANDBY (generator) power source. Before working on the generator, always move the Main
Circuit Breaker switch on the control panel down to the OFF (Open) position, press the OFF key on the control
panel keypad, remove the 7.5 amp fuse, and disconnect the battery negative cable (black) from the battery neg-
ative (-) terminal.
• In case of accident caused by electric shock, immediately shut down the source of electrical power. If this is not
possible, attempt to free the victim from the live conductor. AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE VICTIM. Use
a nonconducting implement, such as a dry rope or board, to free the victim from the live conductor. If the victim is
unconscious, apply first aid and get immediate medical help.
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Never wear jewelry when working on this equipment. Jewelry can conduct electricity resulting in electric shock,
or may get caught in moving parts resulting in injury.
1.6 — Fire Hazards
• For fire safety, the generator must be installed and maintained properly. Installation MUST always comply with
applicable codes, standards, laws, regulations and product Installation Manual guidelines. Adhere strictly to
local, state, and national electrical and building codes. Comply with regulations of the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA). Also, ensure that the generator is installed in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and recommendations. Following proper installation, do nothing that might alter a safe installation
and render the unit in noncompliance with the aforementioned codes, standards, laws and regulations.
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Keep a fire extinguisher near the generator at all times. Extinguishers rated "ABC" by the National Fire Protection
Association are appropriate for use on the standby generator. Keep the extinguisher properly charged and be
familiar with its use. Consult the local fire department with any questions pertaining to fire extinguishers.
1.7 — Explosion Hazards
• Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any fuel or oil spills immediately. Ensure that no combustible mate-
rials are left in the generator compartment, or on or near the generator as FIRE or EXPLOSION may result. Keep
the area surrounding the generator clean and free from debris.
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If this generator is used to power electrical load circuits normally powered by a utility power source,
it is required by code to install a transfer switch. The transfer switch must effectively isolate the elec-
trical system from the utility distribution system when the generator is operating (NEC 702). Failure to
isolate an electrical system by such means will result in damage to the generator and also may result
in injury or death to utility power workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.
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