Generac Power Systems GUARDIAN 04137-0 - Manual (Page 2)

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Guardian product
line by Generac Power Systems. This model is a
compact, high performance, liquid-cooled, engine-
driven generator designed to automatically supply
electrical power to operate critical loads during a
utility power failure.
This unit is factory installed in an all-weather, metal
enclosure that is intended exclusively for outdoor
installation.
» READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY______________
If you do not understand any portion of this manual,
contact Generac or your nearest Generac/Guardian
Authorized Dealer for starting, operating and servic­
ing procedures.
Throughout this publication, and on tags and
decals affixed to the generator, DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION and NOTE blocks are used to alert you to
special instruction about a particular operation that
may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or care­
lessly. Observe them carefully. Their definitions are
as follorvs;
-AEŒ3 A-
After this heading, you can read instructions that,
if not strictly complied with, wiil result in personal
injury or property damage.
—A
WARNING
A—
After this heading, you can read instructions that,
if not strictly complied with, may result in persona!
injury or property damage.
------ M CAUTION M ----------- ,
After this heading, you can read instructions that,
if not strictly complied with, could result in damage
to equipment and/or property.
NOTE:
After this heading, you can read explanatory
statements that require special emphasis.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards
that they indicate. Common sense and strict com­
pliance with the special instructions whUe perform­
ing the seiwice are essential to preventing accidents.
Four commonlv used safety symbols accompany
tire DANGER. WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The
type of information each indicates is as follows:
A This symbol points out important safety informa­
tion that, if not followed, could endanger persona!
safety and/or property of you and others.
This symbol points out potential explosion hazard.
This symbol points out potential fire hazard.
A This symbol points out potential electrical shock
hazard.
Generac® Power Systems, Inc.
The operator is responsible for proper and safe use
of the equipment. We strongly recommend that the
operator read this Owner’s Manual and thoroughly
understand all instructions before using this equip­
ment. We also strongly recommend instructing
other users to properly start and operate the unit.
This prepares them if they need to operate the
equipment in an emergency.
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This manual contains pertinent owner’s informa­
tion, including warranty, electrical diagrams,
exploded views and lists of repair parts, for the fol­
lowing Guardian models;
04136-0 and 04137-0
4 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE______________
It is the operator's responsibility to perform all safety
checks, to malce sure that all maintenance for sale
operation is performed promptly and to have the
equipment checked periodically by a Generac/
Guardian Authorized Dealer. Normal maintenance
service and replacement of maintenance parts are the
responsibility of the owner/operator and, as such,
are not considered defects in materials or workman­
ship within the terms of the warranty. Indirfdual
operating habits and usage contribute to the need for
maintenance service.
Proper maintenance and care of your generator ensure
a ininimumi number of problems and keep operating
expenses at a rnlniaium. See your Generac/Guardian
Autiiorized Dealer for service aids and accessories.
^ HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE_______________________
V.'Tien your generator requires servicing or repairs,
simply contact a Generac/Guardian Authorized
Dealer for assistance. Sendee technicians are facto­
ry-trained and are capable of handling all of your
sendee needs.
WTien contacting a Generac/Guardian Autlrorized
Dealer or tlie factoiy about parts and service,
always supply the complete model number and
serial number of your unit as grfen on its data
decal, which is located on your generator.
Model No. Serial No.
AUTHORIZED
DEALER LOCATION
To locate the GENERAC/GUARDIAN AUTHORIZED
DEALER nearest you, please call this number:
1-800-747-1530
DEALER LOCATION INFORMdTION
CNN BE OBTAINED AT THIS NUMBER.