Safety Rules; General Hazards - Generac Power Systems 15 kW EcoGen Installation Manuallines

Safety Rules & General Information
When contacting an IASD 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. Refer to owner's manual for
decal location. Record the model and serial numbers in
the spaces provided on the inside front cover of this
manual.

Safety Rules

Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing,
operating, or servicing this equipment. Become familiar
with this installation manual, the owner's manual, and
with the unit. The generator can operate safely,
efficiently, and reliably only if it is properly installed,
operated, and maintained. Many accidents are caused by
failing to follow simple and fundamental rules or
precautions.
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible
circumstance that might involve a hazard. The alerts in
this manual and on tags and decals affixed to the unit are
not all-inclusive. If using a procedure, work method, or
operating technique the
specifically recommend, verify that it is safe for others
and does not render the generator unsafe.

General Hazards

DANGER
Loss of life. Property damage. Installation must always
comply with applicable codes, standards, laws and
regulations. Failure to do so will result in death
or serious injury.
DANGER
Accidental start-up. Disconnect power and render
unit inoperable before performing service work.
Failure to do so will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING
This product is not intended to be used in
a critical life support application. Failure to
adhere to this warning could result in
death or serious injury.
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WARNING
Accidental Start-up. Disconnect the negative battery
cable, then the positive battery cable when working
on unit. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING
This unit is not intended for use as a prime power
source. It is intended for use as an intermediate power
supply in the event of temporary power outage only.
See individual unit specifications for required
maintenance and run times pertaining to use.
WARNING
Only a trained and licensed electrician should perform
wiring and connections to unit. Failure to follow proper
installation requirements could result in death, serious
injury, and damage to equipment or property.
WARNING
Moving Parts. Do not wear jewelry when
starting or operating this product. Wearing
jewelry while starting or operating this product
could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Moving Parts. Keep clothing, hair, and
appendages away from moving parts. Failure
to do so could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces
could result in severe burns or fire.
WARNING
Equipment and property damage. Do not alter
construction of, installation, or block ventilation for
generator. Failure to do so could result in unsafe
operation or damage to the generator.
Installation Guidelines For 60 Hz EcoGen™ Generators
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