GE A4021 - Manual (Page 2)

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
THE MANUFACTURER SUGGESTS THAT THESE “RULES" FOR SAFE 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.
Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before operat­
ing or servicing applicable equipment. Become familiar
with this Owners Manual and with your generator.
Safe, efficient and reliable operation can only be
achieved if generator is properly installed, operated
and maintained. Many accidents are caused by failing
to follow simple and fundamental rules or precautions.
The manufacturer suggests that these GENERAL
SAFETY RULES be copied and posted in potential
hazard areas of the recreational vehicle. Safety should
be stressed to all operators and potential operators of
equipment.
The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every cir­
cumstance 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 you use a proce­
dure, work method or operating technique Generac
does not specifically recommend, you must satisfy
yourself that it is safe for you and others. You must
also make sure the procedure, work method or operat­
ing technique that you chose does not render the gen­
erator to be unsafe.
WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
For fire safety, the recreational vehicle generator
must be properly installed and maintained.
Installation must always remain in compliance with
applicable codes and standards. In addition, the
generator must be installed in comformance to the
manufacturer's detailed installation instructions.
Following installation, nothing must be done that
might render the generator in noncompliance with
such codes, standards and instructions.
A The RV generator produces extremely high and
dangerous electrical voltages and can cause dan
gerous, and possibly ta\a\, electrical shock. Avoid
contact with bare wires, terminals, etc. while the
unit is running. If you must work around an operat­
ing generator, stand on an insulated, dry surface
to reduce shock hazard.
Never work on this equipment or handle any elec­
trical device while standing in water, while bare­
foot, or while hands or feet are wet. Dangerous
electrical shock will result.
Have the generator properly grounded (bonded)
during installation onto the vehicle, either by solid
mounting to the vehicle frame or chassis or by
means of an approved bonding conductor. DO NOT
disconnect the bonding conductor, if so equipped.
DO NOT reconnect the bonding conductor to any
generator part that might be removed or disassem­
bled during routine maintenance. If the grounding
conductor must be replaced, use only a flexible con­
ductor that is of No. 8 AWG copper wire minimum.
In case of accident caused by electric shock, shut down
the source of electrical power down at once. If this can­
not be done, free victim from live conductor. AVOID
DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE VICTIM. Use a dry
board, dry rope, or other non-conducting implement to
free the victim from live conductor.
Inspect fuel system frequently for leaks or dam­
age. Repair or replace any damaged or leaking
component immediately. Never attempt to change,
alter or modify the generator fuel system in any
way that might affect safety or compliance with
applicable codes and standards.
The generator engine gives off DEADLY carbon
monoxide gas through its exhaust system. This
dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient concentra­
tions, can cause unconsciousness or even death.
This exhaust system must have been properly
installed, in strict compliance with applicable codes
and standards. Following installation, you must do
nothing that might render the system unsafe or in
non-compliance with such codes and standards.
The generator compartment must be completely
vapor sealed from vehicle interior. There must be
no possibility of exhaust fumes entering the vehi­
cle interior. Never operate this equipment with a
leaking or defective exhaust system.
Never use the generator or any of its parts as a
step. Stepping on the unit can stress and break
parts and may result in dangerous, fuel leakage,
oil leakage, etc.
Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any
fuel, and oil immediately. Never leave oily or fuel
soaked rags in the generator compartment or on the
generator itself. Keep the area around the generator
clean and free of debris.
Adequate ventillation is required to expel toxic
fumes and fuel vapors from the generator com­
partment. Do not alter the installation of this equip­
ment in any manner that might obstruct air and
ventillation openings. Such openings must be kept
clear and unobstructed.
Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive
belts, fans and other moving parts or this equip­
ment. Never remove any drive belt or fan guards
while the unit is operating.,
Inspect the generator periodically. Repair or replace
all damaged or defective parts immediately.
These generators use LP gas (propane) as a fuel.
Liquid Propane gas is highly EXPLOSIVE. The
gas is heavier than air and tends to settle in low
areas where even the slightest spark can ignite the
gas and cause an explosion.
Before performing any maintenance on the gener­
ator set, disconnect its battery cables to prevent
accidental start up. Disconnect the cable from the
batteiy post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or (-)
first. Reconnect that cable last.