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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 and potential operators of 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 gen-
erator 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 fun-
damental rules or precautions.
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 you
use a procedure, work method or operating technique
Generac does not specifically recommend, you must
satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others. You
also must make sure the procedure, work method or
operating technique that is chosen does not render the
generator unsafe.
DANGER
Despite the safe design of this generator,
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operating this equipment imprudently, neglecting its
maintenance
or
possible injury or death. Permit only responsible and
capable persons to operate or maintain this equip-
ment.
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 gen-
erators.
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Generac
®
Power Systems, Inc.
Important Safety Instructions
Guardian Liquid-cooled 40 kW Generator
being
careless
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• For
safety
that the installation, initial start-up and maintenance
of
this
Generac/Guardian Authorized Dealer.
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• 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 electrical
and building codes.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) has established. Also, ensure that the gener-
ator is installed, operated and serviced in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions and recommen-
dations. Following installation, do not do anything
that might render the unit unsafe or in noncompli-
ance with the aforementioned codes, standards, laws
and regulations.
• The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide,
which can be DEADLY. This dangerous gas, if
breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause
unconsciousness or even death. For that reason, ade-
quate 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.
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 ventilating
air is critical in any room or building housing the gen-
cause
erator to prevent buildup of explosive gases and to
ensure correct generator operation. Do not alter the
installation or permit even partial blockage of ventila-
tion provisions, as this can seriously affect safe oper-
ation of the generator.
• Keep the area around the generator clean and unclut-
tered. Remove any materials that could become haz-
ardous.
• When working on this equipment, remain alert at all
times. Never work on the equipment when you are
physically or mentally fatigued.
GENERAL HAZARDS
reasons,
Generac
equipment
is
carried
Comply with regulations the
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