Safety Rules - Generac Power Systems 004810-0 Owner's Manual

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – The manufacturer suggests that these rules for safe
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operation be copied and posted in potential hazard areas. Safety should be stressed to all
operators, potential operators, and service and repair technicians for this equipment.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important instructions that should be
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followed during installation and maintenance of the generator and batteries.
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WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the state
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
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WARNING:
This product contains or emits chemicals
known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before
installing, operating or servicing this equipment.
Become familiar with this 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 precau-
tions.
Generac cannot possibly anticipate every possible
circumstance that might involve a hazard. The warn-
ings in this manual, and on tags and decals
affixed to the unit are, therefore, not all-inclusive. If
using a procedure, work method or operating tech-
nique that Generac does not specifically recommend,
satisfy yourself that it is safe for others. Also make
sure the procedure, work method or operating tech-
nique choosen does not render the generator unsafe.
DANGER
Despite the safe design of this generator,
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operating this equipment imprudently, neglect-
ing its maintenance or being careless can cause
possible injury or death. Permit only responsi-
ble and capable persons to install, operate or
maintain this equipment.
Potentially lethal voltages are generated by
these machines. Ensure all steps are taken to
render the machine safe before attempting to
work on the generator.
Parts of the generator are rotating and/or hot
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during operation. Exercise care near running
generators.
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Important Safety Instructions
Generac Standby Generator Sets
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• For safety reasons, Generac recommends that this
equipment be installed, serviced and repaired by a
Generac Authorized Service Dealer or other compe-
tent, qualified electrician or installation technician
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who is familiar with applicable codes, standards
and regulations. The operator also must comply
with all such codes, standards and regulations.
• Installation, operation, servicing and repair of this
(and related) equipment must always comply with
applicable codes, standards, laws and regulations.
Adhere strictly to local, state and national electri-
cal and building codes. Comply with regulations
the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) has established. Also, ensure that the gen-
erator is installed, operated and serviced in accor-
dance with the manufacturer's instructions and
recommendations. Following installation, do noth-
ing that might render the unit unsafe or in non-
compliance with the aforementioned codes, stan-
dards, laws and regulations.
• The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monox-
ide gas, which can be DEADLY. This dangerous
gas, if breathed in sufficient concentrations, can
cause unconsciousness or even death. For that rea-
son, adequate ventilation must be provided.
Exhaust gases must be piped safely away from any
building or enclosure that houses the generator to
an area where people, animals, etc., will not be
harmed. This exhaust system must be installed
properly, in strict compliance with applicable
codes and standards.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive
belts, fans, and other moving or hot parts. Never
remove any drive belt or fan guard while the unit is
operating.
• Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and venti-
lating air is critical in any room or building hous-
ing the generator to prevent buildup of explosive
gases and to ensure correct generator operation.
Do not alter the installation or permit even partial
blockage of ventilation provisions, as this can seri-
ously affect safe operation of the generator.
• Keep the area around the generator clean and
uncluttered. Remove any materials that could
become hazardous.
• When working on this equipment, remain alert at
all times. Never work on the equipment when
physically or mentally fatigued.
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GENERAL HAZARDS
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