Generac Power Systems 9344-1 - 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 operating
or servicing applicable equipment. Become familiar
with this Owner’s 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. Stress safety
to all operators and potential operators of this equip­
ment.
The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every pos­
sible circumstance that might involve a hazard. The
warnings in this manual, therefore, are not all-inclusive.
If you use a procedure, work method or operating tech­
nique that 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 operating technique that you chose, does not
render the generator to be unsafe.
• For fire safety, the recreational vehicle generator
must be properly installed and maintained. Instal­
lation must comply with applicable codes and stan­
dards. Also, the generator must be installed to
conform to the manufacturer’s detailed installation
instructions. After installation, do nothing that might
render the generator in noncompliance with such
codes, standards and instructions.
• The recreational vehicle generator produces ex­
tremely dangerous electrical voltages and can
cause dangerous, and possibly fatal, electrical
shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals,
etc., while the unit is running. If you must work
around an operating generator, stand on an insu­
lated, dry surface to reduce shock hazard.
• Never work on this equipment or handle any elec­
trical device while standing in water, while barefoot,
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, if so
equipped. DO NOT reconnect the bonding conduc­
tor to any generator part that might be removed or
disassembled during routine maintenance. If the
grounding conductor must be replaced, use only a
flexible conductor that is of No. 8 AWG copper wire
minimum.
Inspect fuel system frequently for leaks or damage.
Repair or replace any damaged or leaking compo­
nent 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.
In case of accident caused by electric shock, shut
down the source of electrical power at once. If you
cannot do this, free the victim from live conductor.
AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE VICTIM.
Use a dry board, dry rope, or other non-conducting
tool to free the victim from live conductor. If victim
is unconscious, apply CPR (cardio-puimonary re­
suscitation) and get medical help.
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 in­
stalled, complying strictly with applicable codes and
standards. After installing the unit, do nothing that
might render the unit unsafe or in non-compliance
with such codes and standards. The generator
compartment must be completely vapor-seaied
from vehicle interior. There must be no possibility
of exhaust fumes entering the vehicle 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 operating conditions from
leaking exhaust gases, leaking fuel, leaking oil or
leaking coolant.
The generator compartment needs adequate venti­
lation to expel toxic fumes and diesel fuel vapors.
Do not alter the installation in any way that might
obstruct air and ventilation openings. Keep such
openings clear and unobstructed.
Keep hands, feet, clothing away from drive belts,
fans and other moving parts of this equipment.
Never remove a drive belt or fan guards while the
unit is operating.
Although diesel fuel is not as volatile as gasoline or
LP gas (liquid propane), it is still dangerous. Com­
ply strictly with all laws and regulations regarding
the handling of diesel fuel.
Inspect the generator periodically. Repair or re­
place all damaged or defective parts immediately.
Before performing any maintenance on the gener­
ator set, disconnect its battery cables to prevent
accidental starting. First disconnect the cable from
the battery post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or
(-)• Reconnect that cable last.