Generac Power Systems Air-cooled Industrial Mobile Generator 09843-2 - Manual (Page 2)

Generac IM-72LP Industrial Mobile Generator
THE MANUFACTURER SUGGESTS THAT THESE WES" 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.
WARNING;
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
study these SAFETY RULES carefully before installing, operating or ser­
vicing this equipment. Become familiar with the Owner’s Manual and with
the generator. The generator can operate safely, efficiently and reliably only
if it is properly installed, operated and maintained. Many accidents are
caused by failing to follow simple and fundamental rules or precautions.
Generac cannot possibly anticipate every possible circumstance that might
involve a hazard. The warnings in this Manual and on tags and decals affixed
to the unit, are therefore, not all-inclusive. If you use a procedure, work method
or operating technique Generac does not specifically recommend, you
must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and others. You must also make
sure the procedure, work method or operating technique that you choose
does not render the generator to be unsafe.
• For fire safety, the auxiliary generator must be installed and maintained prop­
erly. Installation must always comply with applicable codes, standards, laws
and regulations. Adhere strictly to local, state and national electrical and
building codes. Comply with regulations the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA)have established. Also, the generator and related com­
ponents must be installed completely in conformance with the manufacturer’s
instructions and recommendations. Following proper installation, do noth­
ing that might alter a safe installation and render the unit in non-compliance
with such codes, standards, laws and regulations.
The Industrial Mobile Generator produces extremely high and dan­
gerous electrical voltages and can cause dangerous, and possibly fatal,
electrical shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals, etc. while
the unit is running. If you must work around an operating generator,
stand on an insulated, dry surface to reduce shock hazard.
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Never work on this equipment or handle any electrical device while
standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet. Dan­
gerous electrical shock will result.
• Have the generator properly grounded (bonded) during installation onto
the vehicle, either by solid mounting to the vehicle frame or chassis or
by means of an approved bonding conductor. DO NOT disconnect the
bonding conductor, if so equipped. DO NOT reconnect the bonding con­
ductor to any generator part that might be removed or disassembled during
routine maintenance. If the grounding conductor must be replaced, use
only a flexible conductor that is of No. 8 AWG copper wire minimum.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans and other
moving parts of this equipment. Never remove any drive belt or fan
guards while the unit is operating.
• Inspect the generator periodically. Repair or replace all damaged or
defective parts immediately,
^ In case of accident caused by electric shock, shut down the source
of electrical power at once. If this cannot be done, free victim from live
conductor. AVOID DIRECT CONTACT WITH THE VICTIM. Use a dry
board, dry rope, or other non-conducting implement to free the victim
from live conductor. If victim is unconscious, apply first aid and get
medical help.
• Inspect fuel system frequently for leaks or damage. Repair or replace
any damaged or leaking component immediately. Never attempt to
change, alter or modify the generator fuel system in any way that might
affect safety or compliance with applicable codes and standards.
The generator engine gives off DEADLY carbon monoxide gas through
its exhaust system. This dangerous gas, if breathed in sufficient con­
centrations, can cause unconsciousness or even death. This exhaust
system must have been properly installed, in strict compliance with
applicable codes and standards. Following installation, you must do
nothing that might render the system unsafe or in non-compliance with
such codes and standards. The generator compartment must be com­
pletely vapor sealed from vehicle interior. There must be no possibility
of exhaust fumes entering the vehicle interior. Never operate this
equipment with a leaking or defective exhaust system.
• 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
conditions from leaking exhaust gases, fuel leakage, oil leakage, etc.
• Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any fuel, or oil spills imme­
diately. Never leave oily or fuel soaked rags in the generator compartment
or on the generator itself. Keep the area around the generator clean and
free of debris.
• Adequate ventilation is required to expel toxic fumes and fuel vapors from
the generator compartment. Do not alter the installation of this equip­
ment in any manner that might obstruct air and ventilation openings. Such
openings must be kept clear and unobstructed.
A Some generators may use LP gas (propane) as a fuel. LP gas is highly
EXPLOSIVE. The gas is heavier than air and tends to settle in low
areas where even the slightest spark can ignite the gas and cause an
explosion.
• Before performing any maintenance on the generator set, disconnect 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.
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