Generac Power Systems HomeLink 6500 Series Owner's Manual page 6

Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the
DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The type of
information each indicates is as follows:
*
This symbol points out important safety infor-
mation 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.
+ This symbol points out potential electrical
shock hazard.
1.2.1 — General Hazards
• NEVER operate in an enclosed area, in a vehicle, or
indoors EVEN IF doors and windows are open.
• For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends
that the maintenance of this equipment is carried out
by an Authorized Dealer. Inspect the generator regu-
larly, and contact the nearest Authorized Dealer for
parts needing repair or replacement.
• Operate generator only on level surfaces and where it
will not be exposed to excessive moisture, dirt, dust or
corrosive vapors.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts,
fans, and other moving parts. Never remove any 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 NOT operate generator in the rain.
• Do not alter the construction of the generator or
change controls which might create an unsafe operat-
ing condition.
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• Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads con-
nected to receptacles AND with connected devices
turned ON. Start the engine and let it stabilize before
connecting electrical loads. Disconnect all electrical
loads before shutting down the generator.
• Do not insert objects through unit's cooling slots.
• When working on this equipment, remain alert at all
times. Never work on the equipment when physically
or mentally fatigued.
• Never use the generator or any of its parts as a step.
Stepping on the unit can stress and break parts, and
may result in dangerous operating conditions from
leaking exhaust gases, fuel leakage, oil leakage, etc.
1.2.2 — Exhaust & Location Hazards
Never operate in an enclosed area or indoors!
NEVER use in the home, in a vehicle, or in partly
enclosed areas such as garages, EVEN IF doors and
windows are open! ONLY use outdoors and far from
open windows, doors, vents, and in an area that will
not accumulate deadly exhaust.
• The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide,
which you cannot see or smell. This poisonous gas, if
breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause
unconsciousness or even death.
• Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating
air is critical to correct generator operation. Do not
alter the installation or permit even partial blockage of
ventilation provisions, as this can seriously affect safe
operation of the generator. The generator MUST be
operated outdoors.
• This exhaust system must be properly maintained. Do
nothing that might render the exhaust system unsafe
or in noncompliance with any local codes and/or stan-
dards.
• Always use a battery operated carbon monoxide
alarm indoors, installed according to the manufactur-
ers instructions.
• If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the genera-
tor has been running, move to fresh air IMMEDI-
ATELY. See a doctor, as you could have carbon
monoxide poisoning.
HomeLink 6500 Series Portable Generator