Section 1 Safety; Introduction - Generac Power Systems 15 kW EcoGen Owner's Manual

Safety
Section 1
1.1 — Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this compact, high performance, variable speed, air-cooled, engine-driven stationary auto-
matic standby generator set. Every effort was made to ensure that the information and instructions in this manual was
both accurate and complete at the time it was released. However, the manufacturer reserves the right to change, alter,
or otherwise improve this product at any time without prior notice.
As supplied from the factory, this generator is designed to work in off-grid applications.
In off-grid applications as a part of an alternative energy system, the generator starts when the inverter/battery charger
detects the battery pack voltage has dropped below a preset level. The generator powers the inverter, and once the
voltage level of the battery rises to an acceptable level, the generator is shut down. Another off-grid application would
be for use in remote locations such as for pumping water for a village or campground, or for livestock.
The unit is factory installed in an all-weather metal enclosure and is intended for outdoor installation only. The gen-
erator can be operated using either natural gas (NG) or vapor withdrawn liquid propane (LP).
NOTE: When properly sized, this generator is suitable for supplying typical residential loads such as Induc-
tion Motors (sump pumps, refrigerators, air conditioners, furnaces, etc.), Electronic Components (computer,
monitor, TV, etc.), Lighting Loads and Microwaves, or loads less than 10 kW or 2 hp.
READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY: The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of this equipment. The
manufacturer strongly recommends that the operator read and thoroughly understand the instructions and contents of
this owner's manual before attempting to use the equipment. If any portion of this publication is not understood, contact
the nearest Authorized Service Dealer for starting, operating and servicing procedures.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: The manufacturer suggests that this manual and the rules for safe operation be cop-
ied and posted near the unit's installation site. Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this
equipment.
SAFETY: Throughout this manual, and on tags and decals affixed to the unit, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and
NOTE blocks are used to alert personnel to special instructions about a particular operation, function or service that
may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:
INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION OR ACTION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, WILL
RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates a hazardous situation or action which, if not avoided, could result in death or seri-
ous injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTE: Notes contain additional information important to an operation or procedure.
Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The type of informa-
tion each indicates is as follows:
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