Section 1: Safety Rules & General Information Introduction; Read This Manual Thoroughly; How To Obtain Service - Generac Portable Products 8 kVA Owner's Manual

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Section 1: Safety Rules & General 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 that is intended exclusively for outdoor
installation. This generator will operate using either vapor
withdrawn liquid propane (LP) or natural gas (NG).
NOTE: When sized properly, this generator is suitable for
supplying typical residential loads such as induction
motors (sump pumps, refrigerators, air conditioners,
furnaces,
etc.),
electronic
monitor, TV, etc.), lighting loads and microwaves.

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.
If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact
the nearest Independent Authorized Service Dealer for
starting, operating and servicing procedures.
This manual must be used in conjunction with the
appropriate Installation Manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: The manufacturer
suggests that 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.
Throughout this publication and on tags and decals
affixed to the generator, 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. Their definitions are as follows:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
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Safety Rules & General Information
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 provide additional information important to
a procedure or component.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards they
indicate.
Observing
safety
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.

How to Obtain Service

When the generator requires servicing or repairs, contact
an
Independent
Authorized
assistance. Service technicians are factory-trained and
are capable of handling all service needs. For assistance
locating a dealer, go to
DealerLocator/.
When contacting a dealer about parts and service,
always supply the complete model number and serial
number of the unit as given on its data decal, which is
located on the generator. See
location.
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precautions
and
strict
Service
Dealer
www.generac.com/Service/
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for decal
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