Important Safety Instructions - Generac Power Systems GEN27WN Operator's Manual

Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains
important instructions that should be followed during
installation and maintenance of the generator and batteries.
The safety alert symbol (
(DANGER, CAUTION, WARNING), a pictorial and/or a safety
message to alert you to hazards. DANGER indicates a
hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates
a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or
moderate injury. NOTICE indicates a situation that could
result in equipment damage. Follow safety messages to
avoid or reduce the risk of injury or death.
The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possible
circumstance that might involve a hazard. The warnings in
this manual, and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are,
therefore, not all-inclusive. If you use a procedure, work
method or operating technique that the manufacturer does
not specifically recommend, you must satisfy yourself that
it is safe for you and others. You must also make sure that
the procedure, work method or operating technique that you
choose does not render the generator system unsafe.
Hazard Symbols and Meanings
Explosion
Toxic Fumes Rotating Parts
Auto Start Explosive Pressure
Rotating Belt/Pulley Rotating Fan Blade
Lift Hazard
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Fire Electrical Shock
Hot Surface
Chemical Burn
Exploding Battery
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WaRNING
Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause
headache, fatigue, dizziness, vomiting,
confusion, seizures, nausea, fainting or death.
• Operate generator ONLY outdoors.
• Install a battery operated carbon monoxide alarm near
the bedrooms.
• Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other openings.
WaRNING
Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen
gas during recharging.
Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and
cause explosion.
Battery electrolyte fluid contains acid and is
extremely caustic.
Contact with battery contents will cause severe
chemical burns.
A battery presents a risk of electrical shock and
high short circuit current.
• DO NOT dispose of battery in a fire. Recycle battery.
• DO NOT allow any open flame, spark, heat, or lit cigarette
during and for several minutes after charging a battery.
• DO NOT open or mutilate the battery.
• Wear protective goggles, rubber apron, rubber boots and
rubber gloves.
• Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
• Use tools with insulated handles.
WaRNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
WaRNING
Certain components in this product and related
accessories contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash
hands after handling.