Generac 02010-1 - Manual (Page 20)

SAFETY RULES
Safety Rules
PRIMEPACT 50 Recreational Vehicle Generator
DANGER: For fire safety, installation of a generator into a recreational vehicle must comply
A strictly with article 551, NFPA 70; ANSI C l - 1 975; AND, ANSI All9.2-1975/NFPA 501 C “Standard Ik
for Recreational Vehicles” (Part 3, “Installation of Electrical Systems”). I n addition, installation **
must comply with the manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER
These Installation Instructions have been published
by Generac to aid in the installation of the products
described in this manual. Generac assumes that
installation personnel are familiar with the proce­
dures for installing such products, or similar prod­
ucts that Generac manufactures. Generac also
assumes that personnel have been trained in the rec­
ommended installation procedures for these prod­
ucts and that such training includes (a) use of com­
mon hand tools, (b) use of special Generac tools, and
(c) use of any tools and/or equipment from other sup­
pliers.
Generac cannot possibly know of and advise the
recreational vehicle trade of all conceivable methods,
procedures or techniques by which to perform an
installation. Nor can Generac anticipate every possi­
ble hazard that might result from each installation
method, procedure or technique. Generac has not
undertaken any such wide evaluation. Therefore,
people who use a method, procedure or technique
that Generac 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, procedure or
technique selected.
Information, illustrations, specifications, etc., con­
tained in these Installation Instructions are based on
the latest information available at the time of publi­
cation. 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
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Despite the safe design of this generator,
operating this equipment imprudently, neglecting
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.
A GENERAL HAZARDS A
For safety reasons, Generac recommends
that the installation, initial start-up and mainte­
nance of this equipment is carried out by a
Generac Authorized Service Dealer.
The engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monox­
ide, which can be DEADLY. This dangerous gas, if
breathed in sufficient concentrations, can cause
unconsciousness or even death. This exhaust sys­
tem must be installed properly, in strict compli­
ance
with applicable codes and standards.
Following installation, you must do nothing that
might render the system unsafe or in noncompli­
ance with such codes and standards. The genera­
tor compartment must be completely vapor sealed
from the vehicle interior. There must be no possi­
bility of exhaust fumes entering the vehicle interi­
or. Never operate this equipment with a leaking or
defective exhaust system.
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.
Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and venti­
lating air is critical to correct generator operation
and is required to expel toxic fumes and fuel
vapors from the generator compartment. Without
sufficient cooling airflow, the engine/generator
quickly overheats, which causes serious damage to
the generator. Do not alter the installation or per­
mit even partial blockage of ventilation provisions,
as this can seriously affect safe operation of the
generator.
When working on this equipment, remain alert at
all times. Never work on the equipment when you
are physically or mentally fatigued.
Before performing any maintenance on the genera­
tor, disconnect its battery cables to prevent acci­
dental start up. Diseonnect the cable from the bat­
tery 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 dangerous operating con­
ditions from leaking exhaust gases, fuel leakage,
oil leakage, etc.
Never insert any tool or other object through open­
ings in the generator interior, even if the unit is not
running. You might seriously injure yourself or
damage the equipment.
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