Generac Power Systems 0595-0 - Manual (Page 5)

READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY
If you don't understand any portion of this manual,
contact Generac for a demonstration of actuai start­
ing, operating and sen/icing procedures.
Throughout this publication and on tags and decals
affixed to the generator, DANGER and CAUTION
blocks are used to alert you to special instruction
about a particular operation that may be hazardous if
performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe them
carefully.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards
that they indicate. Strict compliance with the special
instructions while performing the service plus "com­
mon sense" are major measures to prevent acci­
dents.
The foliowing definitions apply to DANGER, CAU­
TION and NOTE blocks found throughout the manual.
[ DANGER: AFTER THIS HEADING YOU CAN READ
A HANDLING, INSTALLING, OPERATING OR SERVIC-
' ING INSTRUCTIONS THAT, IF NOT STRICTLY COM­
PLIED WITH, MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
CAUTION: After this heading you can read instruc­
tions for handling, installing, operating or servicing
the generator that, if not strictly complied with, may
result in damage to equipment and/or property.
NOTE: After this heading you can read explanatory
statements that require special emphasis.
These symbois indicate the following:
■ Points out important safety information and, if
not followed, could endanger personal safety
and/or property of yourself and others.
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Potential explosion hazard
Potential fire hazard
The operator (driver) is responsible for proper and
safe use of the vehicle, equipment on the vehicle, and
the safety of all vehicle occupants. We strongly rec­
ommend that the operator read this Owner's Manual
and
thoroughly understand all instructions before
using this equipment. We aiso strongly recommend
instructing other occupants in the vehicie to properiy
start and operate the generator. This prepares them if
they need to operate the equipment in an emergency.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
It is the operator's responsibiiity to perform all safety
checks; to make sure that all maintenance for safe
operation is performed promptly; and to have the
equipment checked by an Authorized Dealer periodi­
cally. Normal maintenance service and replacement
of parts are the responsibility of the Owner/Operator
and, as such, are not considered defects in materials
or workmanship within the terms of the warranty.
Individual operating habits and usage contribute to
the need for maintenance service.
Proper maintenance and care of your industrial
mobile generator assures a minimum number of prob­
lems and keeps your operating expenses at a mini­
mum. See your authorized Deaier/Distributor for ser­
vice aids and accessories.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
When your industrial mobile generator set requires
servicing or repairs, simply contact an Authorized
Service Facility for assistance. Service technicians
are factory-trained and are capable of handling all of
your service needs.
When contacting an Authorized Service Facility or the
factory about parts and service, always supply the
complete model number and serial number of your
unit as given on its data decal.
The warranty on your generator is included in this
Owner's Manual, as well as listings for repair parts.
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Potential electrical shock hazard
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