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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this model by Generac Power Systems,
Inc. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled,
engine driven generator designed to supply electrical power to
operate electrical loads where no utility power is available or in
place of utility due to a power outage.
READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY
If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact the nearest
Authorized Dealer for starting, operating and servicing procedures.
The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of the
equipment. We strongly recommend that the operator read this
manual and thoroughly understand all instructions before using the
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. Save these instructions
for future reference. If you loan this unit to someone, ALWAYS loan
these instructions to the individual as well.
The generator can operate safely, efficiently and reliably only if it
is properly located, operated and maintained. Before operating or
servicing the generator:
• Become familiar with and strictly adhere to all local, state and
national codes and regulations.
• Study all safety warnings in this manual and on the product
carefully.
• Become familiar with this manual and the unit before use.
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible circumstance
that might involve a hazard. The warnings in this manual, and on
tags and decals affixed to the unit are, therefore, not all inclusive.
If using a procedure, work method or operating technique that the
manufacturer does not specifically recommend, ensure that it is
safe for others. Also make sure the procedure, work method or
operating technique utilized does not render the generator unsafe.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS BASED ON
MACHINES IN PRODUCTION AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION.
GENERAC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THIS MANUAL AT
ANY TIME.
SAFETY RULES
Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals affixed to the
generator, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE blocks are
used to alert personnel to special instructions about a particular
operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or
carelessly. Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:
INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION OR
ACTION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, WILL RESULT
IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Indicates a hazardous situation or action which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation or action which,
if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTE:
Notes contain additional information important to a procedure
and will be found within the regular text body of this manual.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they
indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with the special
instructions while performing the action or service are essential to
preventing accidents.
Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the
DANGER ,
WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The type of information each
indicates is as follows:

This symbol points out important safety
information that, if not followed, could
endanger personal safety and/or property of
others.


This symbol points out potential explosion
hazard.

This symbol points out potential fire hazard.

This symbol points out potential electrical
shock hazard.
GENERAL HAZARDS
• Never operate in an enclosed area or indoors EVEN IF doors and
windows are open.
• For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends that the
maintenance of this equipment is carried out by an Authorized
Dealer. Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the nearest
Authorized Dealer for parts needing repair or replacement.
• Operate generator only on level surfaces and where it will not be
exposed to excessive moisture, dirt, dust or corrosive vapors.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans,
and other moving parts. Never remove any fan guard or shield
while the unit is operating.
• Certain parts of the generator get extremely hot during
operation. Keep clear of the generator until it has cooled to
avoid severe burns.
• Do NOT operate generator in the rain.
• Do not alter the construction of the generator or change
controls which might create an unsafe operating condition.
• Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected
to receptacles AND with connected devices turned ON. Start
the engine and let it stabilize before connecting electrical
loads. Disconnect all electrical loads before shutting down the
generator.
• Do not insert objects through unit’s cooling slots.
• When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times.
Never work on the equipment when physically or mentally
fatigued.
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Introduction