Equipment Description; Safety Rules - Generac Power Systems 10000EXL Owner's Manual

Generac 10000EXL Extended Life Generator
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
This generator is an engine-driven, revolving field,
alternating current (AC) generator. It was designed
to supply electrical power for operating compatible
electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
This manual contains information for a generator
that operates 120 and/or 240 volts, single phase,
60Hz devices that require up to 10000 watts (10 kW)
of power that pull up to 83.3 amps at 120 volts or
41.7 amps at 240 volts.
CAUTION: Do not exceed the generator's
wattage/amperage capacity. Add up the
rated watts of all devices you are connect¬
ing to generator receptacles at one time.
This total should not be greater than 10000
watts for this generator. In most cases
rated watts of the electrical device can be
found on the device nameplate. If the
device nameplate gives only volts and
amps, multiply volts times amps to obtain
watts (volts x amps = watts).
The generator's revolving field is driven at about
3600 rpm by a twin-cylinder engine.
Every effort has been expended to make sure that
the information in this manual is both accurate and cur¬
rent. However, Generac reserves the right to change,
alter or otherwise improve the product at
any time without prior notice.
DANGER: Do not tamper with engine
governed speed. High operating speeds
are dangerous and increase the risk of
personal injury or damage to equipment.
The generator supplies correctly rated
frequency and voltage only when running
at proper governed speed. Incorrect fre¬
quency and/or voltage can damage some
connected electrical loads. Operating at
excessively low speeds imposes a heavy
load and, when adequate engine power is
not available, may shorten engine life.
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WARNING:
Model & Serial Numbers
In the spaces provided below, insert the Model
and Serial numbers of your generator. Retain
these numbers for future reference. You can find
Model and Serial numbers on the generator data
plate, along with other important information.
Model Number_
Serial Number _
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY RULES
This generator set was designed and manufactured
for specific applications. Do not attempt to modify the
unit or use it for any application it was not designed
for. If you have any questions about your generator's
application, ask your Dealer/Distributor or consult the
factory.
The manufacturer could not possibly anticipate every
circumstance that might involve a hazard. For that
reason warnings in the Manual and on tags or decals
affixed to the unit are not all-inclusive. If you intend to
handle, operate or service the unit by a procedure or
method not specifically recommended by the manu¬
facturer, first make sure that such a procedure or
method will not render this equipment unsafe or pose
a threat to you and others.
Read this manual carefully and become familiar with
your generator set. Know its applications, its limita¬
tions and any hazards involved.
• The generator produces a very powerful voltage
that can cause extremely dangerous electrical
shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals, etc.
Never permit any unqualified person to operate or
service the generator.
• Never handle any kind of electrical cord or device
while standing in water, while barefoot or while
hands or feet are wet.
• The National Electric Code requires the frame and
external electrically conductive parts of generator
be properly connected to an approved earth
ground. Local electrical codes may also require
proper grounding of the generator. Consult with a
local electrician for grounding requirements in your
area.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter in any damp
or highly conductive area (such as metal decking
or steel work).
• Do not use any worn, bare, frayed or otherwise
damaged electrical cord sets with the generator.
• Operate generator only on level surfaces and where
it will not be exposed to excessive moisture, dirt,
dust or corrosive vapors.
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