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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this model of the GUARDIAN
Generac Power Systems, Inc.
performance, air-cooled, engine driven generator designed to supply
electrical power to operate electrical loads where no utility power is
available.
READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY
If you do not understand any portion of this manual, contact your
nearest GENERAC/GUARDIAN
operating and servicing procedures.
Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals affixed to the
generator, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE blocks are used
to alert you to special instruction about a particular operation that may
be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe them
carefully. Their definitions are as follows:
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After this heading, you can read instructions that, if
not strictly complied with, will result in personal injury
or property damage.
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WARNING
After this heading, you can read instructions that, if
not strictly complied with, may result in personal
injury or property damage.
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CAUTION
After this heading, you can read instructions that, if
not strictly complied with, could result in damage to
equipment and/or property.
NOTE: After this heading, you can read explanatory statements that
require special emphasis. These safety warnings cannot eliminate the
hazards that they indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with
the special instructions while performing the service are essential to
preventing accidents.
Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the DANGER,
WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The type of information each
indicates follows:
This symbol points out important safety
information that, if not followed, could endanger
personal safety and/or property of you and others.
This symbol points out potential explosion hazard.
This symbol points out potential fire hazard.
This symbol points out potential electrical shock
hazard.
The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of
the equipment. We strongly recommend that the
operator read this Owner's Manual and thoroughly
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understand all instructions before using this
equipment. We also strongly recommend instructing
other users to properly start and operate the unit. This
prepares them if they need to operate the equipment
in an emergency.
CAUTION! Always disconnect spark plug wire and place the wire
where it cannot contact the spark plug to prevent accidental starting
when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs to your
generator.
• The generator produces dangerously high voltage that can cause
extremely hazardous 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. Dangerous
electrical shock will result.
• The National Electric Code requires the frame and external
electrically conductive parts of the 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 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.
• Gasoline is highly FLAMMABLE and its vapors are
EXPLOSIVE. Do not permit smoking, open flames, sparks or
heat in the vicinity while handling gasoline. Avoid spilling gasoline on
a hot engine. Comply with all laws regulating storage and handling
of gasoline.
• Never add fuel while unit is running.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank. Always allow room for fuel expansion. If
tank is overfilled, fuel can overflow onto a hot engine and cause
FIRE or an EXPLOSION.
• Never store generator with fuel in tank where gasoline vapors might
reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (as on a furnace, water
heater or clothes dryer). FIRE or EXPLOSION may result.
• Generator exhaust gases contain DEADLY carbon monoxide
gas.This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient concentrations, can
cause unconsciousness or even death. Operate this equipment only
in the open air where adequate ventilation is available.
• Allow at least 2 feet of clearance on all sides of generator or you
could damage the unit. Never operate the unit inside any room or
enclosure where the free flow of cooling air into and out of the unit
might be obstructed. Review "Cold Weather Operation" on page 12.
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