Generac Power Systems 5.6 kVA PowerPact, Owner'S Manual

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Owner’s Manual for 5.6 kVA PowerPact™ 3
Exhaust Hazards
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Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and
ventilating air is critical to correct generator
operation. Do not alter the installation or permit
even partial blockage of ventilation provisions, as
this can seriously affect safe operation of the
generator. The generator must be installed and
operated outdoors only.
Electrical Hazards
Fire Hazards
Asphyxiation. Running engines produce
carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless,
poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
(000103)
DANGER
(000178a)
Asphyxiation. Always use a battery operated carbon
monoxide alarm indoors and installed according to
the manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
(000144)
DANGER
Electrocution. Contact with bare wires,
terminals, and connections while generator
is running will result in death or serious injury.
(000150)
DANGER
Electrocution. Never connect this unit to the electrical
system of any building unless a licensed electrician
has installed an approved transfer switch. Failure to
do so will result in death or serious injury.
(000131a)
DANGER
Electrical backfeed. Use only approved switchgear to
isolate generator when electrical utility is the primary
power source. Failure to do so will result in death,
serious injury, and equipment damage.
(000152)
DANGER
Electrocution. Verify electrical system is
properly grounded before applying power.
Failure to do so will result in death or serious
injury.
(000188)
DANGER
Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while
working on this equipment. Doing so will
result in death or serious injury.
(000104)
DANGER
Electrocution. Water contact with a power
source, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
(000144)
DANGER
Electrocution. Contact with bare wires,
terminals, and connections while generator
is running will result in death or serious injury.
(000145)
DANGER
Electrocution. In the event of electrical accident,
immediately shut power OFF. Use non-conductive
implements to free victim from live conductor. Apply
first aid and get medical help. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury
.
WARNING
Fire hazard. Do not obstruct cooling and
ventilating airflow around the generator. Inadequate
ventilation could result in fire hazard, possible
equipment damage, death or serious injury. (000217)
WARNING
Fire and explosion. Installation must comply
with all local, state, and national electrical
(000218)
building codes. Noncompliance could result in unsafe
operation, equipment damage, death or serious injury.
WARNING
Fire hazard. Use only fully-charged fire
(000252)
extinguishers rated according to applicable industry
standards. Improperly rated fire extinguishers will not
extinguish electrical fires in standby generators.
(000100a)
WARNING
Consult Manual. Read and understand manual
completely before using product. Failure to
completely understand manual and product
could result in death or serious injury.