Safety rules, Warning, General hazards – Generac PRIMEPACT 50 04164-3 User Manual

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Study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing, operating

or servicing this equipment. Become familiar with this manual and

with the unit. The generator can operate safely, efficiently and reli-

ably 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 possibly know of and advise the rec-

reational vehicle trade of all conceivable methods, procedures or

techniques by which to perform an installation. Nor can the manu-

facturer anticipate every possible hazard that might result from

each installation method, procedure or technique. The manufactur-

er has not undertaken any such wide evaluation. Therefore, people

who use a method, procedure or technique that the manufacturer

does not specifically recommend must first completely satisfy

themselves that their safety, the safety of the vehicle's occupants

and the product's safety is not endangered by the method, proce-

dure or technique selected.
Information, illustrations, specifications, etc., contained in these

Installation Instructions are based on the latest information avail-

able at the time of publication. Every effort has been expended

to be sure that such data is both accurate and current. However,

the manufacturer reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise

improve this product at any time without prior notice.

DANGER

Despite the safe design of this generator,

operating this equipment imprudently, neglect-

ing its maintenance or being careless can cause

possible injury or death. Permit only responsible

and capable persons to operate or maintain this

equipment.

Potentially lethal voltages are generated by

these machines. Ensure all steps are taken to

render the machine safe before attempting to

work on the generator.

Parts of the generator are rotating and/or hot

during operation. Exercise care near running

generators.

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Generator exhaust gases contain DEADLY

carbon monoxide gas. This dangerous gas, if

breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause

unconsciousness or even death.

GENERAL HAZARDS

For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends that the

installation, initial start-up and maintenance of this equipment

is carried out by an Authorized Service Dealer.

Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans,

and other moving or hot parts. Never remove any drive belt or

fan guard while the unit is operating.

When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times.

Never work on the equipment when physically or mentally

fatigued.

Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the nearest

Authorized Service Dealer immediately for parts needing repair

or replacement.

Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the nearest

Authorized Service Dealer immediately for parts needing repair

or replacement.

Before performing any maintenance on the generator, discon-

nect its battery cables to prevent accidental start up. Disconnect

the cable from the battery post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG

or (–) first. Reconnect that cable last.

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 dan-

gerous operating conditions from leaking exhaust gases, fuel

leakage, oil leakage, etc.

ENGINE EXHAUST HAZARDS

Generator engine exhaust contains DEADLY carbon monox-

ide, an odorless, colorless poisonous gas. Breathing carbon

monoxide can cause: dizziness, throbbing temples, nausea,

muscular twitching, headache, vomiting, weakness and sleepi-

ness, inability to think clearly, fainting, unconsciousness or

even death. If you experience any carbon monoxide poisoning

symptoms, move into fresh air and immediately seek medical

attention.

Never operate the generator set with the vehicle inside any

garage or other enclosed area.

Safety Rules

Recreational Vehicle Generator

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the state of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING:

This product contains or emits chemicals

known to the state of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – 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.

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