Safety information, Ansi safety definitions – Winco ULPSS15B2W/E User Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION

This engine generator set has been designed and

manufactured to allow safe, reliable performance.

Poor maintenance, improper or careless use can

result in potential deadly hazards; from electrical

shock, exhaust gas asphyxiation, or fire. Please

read all safety instructions carefully before installa-

tion or use. Keep these instructions handy for future

reference. Take special note and follow all warnings

on the unit labels and in the manuals.

ANSI SAFETY DEFINITIONS

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DANGER:

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situ-

ation which, if not avoided, will result in death or

serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the

most extreme situations.

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WARNING:

WARNING indIcates a potentially hazardous situ-

ation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.

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CAUTION:

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situ-

ation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or

moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against

unsafe practices.

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NOTE:

CAUTION is also used on the unit labels and in this

manual to indicate a situation that could result in

serious damage or destruction of the equipment and

possible personal injury.

1. ELECTRICAL SHOCK The output voltage

present in this equipment can cause fatal electric

shock. This equipment must be operated by a re-

sponsible person.

a. Do not allow anyone to operate the generator

without proper instruction.

b. Guard against electric shock.

c. Avoid contact with live terminals or receptacles.

d. Use extreme care if operating this unit in rain

or snow.

e. Use only three-pronged grounded receptacles

and extension cords.

f. Be sure the unit is properly grounded to an

external ground rod driven into the earth.

2. FIRE HAZARD Natural gas and L.P. present a

hazard of possible explosion and/or fire.

a. Keep fuel containers out of reach of children.

b. Do not smoke or use open flame near the gen-

erator set or fuel tank.

c. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby and know its

proper use. Fire extinguishers rated ABC by

NFPA are appropriate.

d. Store fuel only in an approved container, and

only in a well ventilated area.

e. Follow local codes for closeness to combust-

ible material.

3. DEADLY EXHAUST GAS Exhaust fumes from

any gasoline engine contain carbon monoxide, an in-

visible, odorless and deadly gas that must be mixed

with fresh air.

a. Operate only in well ventilated areas.

b. Never operate indoors.

c. Never operate the unit in such a way as to

allow exhaust gases to seep back into closed

rooms (i.e. through windows, walls, floors).

4. NOISE HAZARD Excessive noise is not only

tiring, but continual exposure can lead to loss of

hearing.

a. Use hearing protection when working around

this equipment for long periods of time.

b. Keep your neighbors in mind when permanent-

ly installing this equipment.

5. CLEANLINESS Keep the generator and sur-

rounding area clean.

a. Remove all grease, ice, snow or materials that

create slippery conditions around the unit.

b. Remove any rags or other materials that could

create a potential fire hazard.

c. Carefully clean up any gas or oil spills before

starting the unit.

6. SERVICING EQUIPMENT All service, includ-

ing the installation or replacement of service parts,

should be preformed only by a qualified technician.

a. Use only factory approved repair parts.

b. Do not work on this equipment when fatigued.

c. Never remove the protective guards, covers, or

receptacle panels while the engine is running.

d. Use extreme caution when working on electri-

cal components. High output voltage from this

equipment can cause serious injury or death.

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