Safety Rules & General Information
Owner’s Manual for 60 Hz Air-Cooled Generators
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Section 1: Safety Rules & General Information
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this compact, high
performance, air-cooled, engine-driven generator. It is
designed to automatically supply electrical power to
operate critical loads during a utility power failure.
This unit is factory installed in an all-weather, metal
enclosure that is intended exclusively for outdoor
installation. This generator will operate using either vapor
withdrawn liquid propane (LP) or natural gas (NG).
NOTE:
This generator is suitable for supplying typical
residential loads such as induction motors (sump pumps,
refrigerators, air conditioners, furnaces, etc.), electronic
components (computer, monitor, TV, etc.), lighting loads,
and microwaves, when sized properly.
Read This Manual Thoroughly
If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact
the nearest Independent Authorized Service Dealer
(IASD) for starting, operating, and servicing procedures.
This manual must be used in conjunction with the
appropriate installation manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: The manufacturer
suggests that this manual and the rules for safe operation
be copied and posted near the unit installation site.
Safety should be stressed to all operators and potential
operators of this equipment.
Throughout this publication and on tags and decals
affixed to the generator, DANGER, WARNING, and
CAUTION 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:
NOTE:
Notes provide additional information important to
a procedure or component.
These safety alerts cannot eliminate the hazards they
indicate. Observing safety precautions and strict compli-
ance with the special instructions while performing the
action or service are essential to preventing accidents.
The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of
the equipment. The manufacturer strongly recommends
that if the operator is also the owner, to read the owner’s
manual and thoroughly understand all instructions before
using this equipment. The manufacturer also strongly
recommends instructing other users to properly start and
operate the unit. This prepares them if they need to
operate the equipment in an emergency.
How to Obtain Service
Contact an IASD for assistance when the generator
requires servicing or repairs. Service technicians are
factory-trained and are capable of handling all service
needs. Please visit the dealer locator at:
www.generac.com/Service/DealerLocator/
to locate
the nearest IASD.
When contacting a dealer about parts and service,
always supply the complete model and serial numbers of
the unit as given on its data plate (decal), which is
located on the generator. See
for decal
location. Record the model and serial numbers in the
spaces provided on the inside front cover of this manual.
Safety Rules
Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing,
operating, or servicing this equipment. Become familiar
with this owner’s manual and with the unit. The generator
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
fundamental rules or precautions.
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible
circumstance that might involve a hazard. The alerts in
this manual and on tags and decals affixed to the unit are
not all-inclusive. If using a procedure, work method, or
operating technique the manufacturer does not
specifically recommend, verify that it is safe for others
and does not render the generator unsafe.
(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.
(000001)
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
(000002)
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
(000003)
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
