Safety Rules - Generac Power Systems 004700-0 Installation And 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 of the recreational vehicle.
Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential operators of this equipment.
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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 manual and with the unit.
The generator can operate safely, efficiently and reli-
ably only if it is properly installed, operated and main-
tained. Many accidents are caused by failing to follow
simple and fundamental rules or precautions.
Generac cannot possibly anticipate every possible cir
cumstance 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 tech-
nique 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 you choose 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 being careless can cause
possible injury or death. Permit only responsible
and capable persons to 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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GENERAL HAZARDS
• For safety reasons,
that the installation, initial start-up and mainte-
nance of this equipment is carried out by a
Generac Authorized Service Dealer.
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Safety Rules

QUIETPACT 40G Recreational Vehicle Generator
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Generac recommends
• The generator engine releases DEADLY carbon
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monoxide gas through its exhaust system. This
dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient concentra-
tions, can cause unconsciousness or even death.
Never operate the generator set with the vehicle
inside any garage or other enclosed area. DO NOT
OPERATE THE GENERATOR IF THE EXHAUST
SYSTEM IS LEAKING OR HAS BEEN DAMAGED.
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SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISON-
ING ARE (a) inability to think coherently, (b) nau-
sea, (c) vomiting, (d) twitching muscles, (e) throb-
bing temples, (f) dizziness, (g) headaches, (h)
weakness, and (i) sleepiness. IF YOU EXPERI-
ENCE ANY OF THESE SYMPTOMS, MOVE INTO
FRESH AIR IMMEDIATELY. IF SYMPTOMS PER-
SIST, GET MEDICAL HELP . Shut down the gener-
ator and do not operate it until it has been inspect-
ed and repaired.
• Never sleep in the vehicle while the genset is run-
ning unless the vehicle has a working carbon
monoxide detector. The exhaust system must be
installed in accordance with the genset installation
manual. Make sure there is ample fresh air when
operating the genset in a confined area.
• The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monox-
ide, which can be DEADLY. This dangerous gas, if
breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause
unconsciousness or even death. This exhaust sys-
tem must be installed properly, in strict compli-
ance with applicable codes and standards.
Following installation, you must do nothing that
might render the system unsafe or in noncompli-
ance with such codes and standards. The genera-
tor compartment must be completely vapor sealed
from the vehicle interior. There must be no possi-
bility of exhaust fumes entering the vehicle interi-
or. Never operate this equipment with a leaking or
defective exhaust system.
• 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 to correct generator operation
and is required to expel toxic fumes and fuel
vapors from the generator compartment. Without
sufficient cooling airflow, the engine/generator
quickly overheats, which causes serious damage to
the generator. Do not alter the installation or per-
mit even partial blockage of ventilation provisions,
as this can seriously affect safe operation of the
generator.
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