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WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage.
Failure to properly ground generator could result
in electrocution.
Failure to isolate generator from utility power could
result in death or serious injury to electric utility
workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.
• DO NOT touch bare wires or bare receptacles.
• DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are
worn, frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.
• DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while
standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet
are wet.
• If you must work around a unit while it is operating,
stand on an insulated dry surface to reduce the risk of a
shock hazard.
• DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate
or service generator.
• In case of an accident caused by electrical shock,
immediately shut down the source of electrical power and
contact the local authorities. Avoid direct contact with
the victim.
• Despite the safe design of the generator, operating this
equipment imprudently, neglecting its maintenance or
being careless could cause possible injury or death.
• Remain alert at all times while working on this equipment.
Never work on the equipment when you are physically or
mentally fatigued.
• Before performing any maintenance on the generator,
disconnect the battery cable indicated by a NEGATIVE,
NEG or ( - ) first. When finished, reconnect that cable last.
• After your system is installed, the generator may crank
and start without warning any time there is a power
failure. To prevent possible injury, always set the
generator’s system switch to OFF , remove the service
disconnect from the disconnect box AND remove the
15 Amp fuse BEFORE working on the equipment.
WARNING Propane and Natural Gas are extremely
flammable and explosive, which could cause
burns, fire or explosion resulting in death or
serious injury.
• Install the fuel supply system according to NFPA 37 and
other applicable fuel-gas codes.
• Before placing the generator into service, the fuel system
lines must be properly purged and leak tested.
• After the generator is installed, you should inspect the fuel
system periodically.
• NO leakage is permitted.
• DO NOT operate engine if smell of fuel is present or other
explosive conditions exist.
• DO NOT smoke around the generator. Wipe up any oil
spills immediately. Ensure that no combustible materials
are left in the generator compartment. Keep the area near
the generator clean and free of debris.
WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite
combustibles or structures resulting in
death or serious injury.
Contact with muffler area could cause
burns resulting in serious injury.
• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• Exhaust outlet side of weatherproof enclosure must
have at least 5 ft. (1.5m) minimum clearance from any
structure, shrubs, trees or any kind of vegetation.
• Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must be at
least 5 ft. (1.5m) from windows, doors, any wall opening,
shrubs or vegetation over 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height.
• Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must have a
minimum of 5 ft. (1.5 m) overhead clearance from any
structure, overhang, or trees.
• DO NOT place weatherproof enclosure under a deck or
other type of structure that may confine airflow.
• Use only flexible fuel line provided. Connect provided fuel
line to generator. DO NOT use with or substitute any other
flexible fuel line.
• Smoke detector(s) MUST be installed and maintained
indoors according to the manufacturer’s instructions/
recommendations. Carbon monoxide alarms cannot
detect smoke.
• Keep at least minimum distances shown in General
Location Guidelines to insure for proper generator cooling
and maintenance clearances.
• Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the
same position as the original parts.
WARNING Hazardous Voltage - Contact with power
lines could cause electric shock or burns,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Lifting Hazard / Heavy Object - Could result
in serious injury.
• If lifting or hoisting equipment is used, DO NOT contact
any power lines.
• DO NOT lift or move generator without assistance.
• DO NOT lift unit by roof as damage to generator
will occur.