Introduction, Read this manual thoroughly, Safety rules – Инструкция по эксплуатации Generac GP6000E

Страница 3: General hazards

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this model by Generac Power Systems,

Inc. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled,

engine driven generator designed to supply electrical power to

operate electrical loads where no utility power is available or in

place of utility due to a power outage.

READ THIS MANUAL THOROUGHLY

If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact the nearest

Authorized Dealer for starting, operating and servicing procedures.
The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of the

equipment. We strongly recommend that the operator read this

manual and thoroughly understand all instructions before using the

equipment. 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. Save these instructions

for future reference. If you loan this unit to someone, ALWAYS loan

these instructions to the individual as well.
The generator can operate safely, efficiently and reliably only if it

is properly located, operated and maintained. Before operating or

servicing the generator:
• Become familiar with and strictly adhere to all local, state and

national codes and regulations.

• Study all safety warnings in this manual and on the product

carefully.

• Become familiar with this manual and the unit before use.
The manufacturer cannot 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 using a procedure, work method or operating technique that the

manufacturer does not specifically recommend, ensure that it is

safe for others. Also make sure the procedure, work method or

operating technique utilized does not render the generator unsafe.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN WAS BASED ON

MACHINES IN PRODUCTION AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION.

GENERAC RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THIS MANUAL AT

ANY TIME.

SAFETY RULES

Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals affixed to the

generator, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE blocks are

used to alert personnel to special instructions about a particular

operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or

carelessly. Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:

INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION OR ACTION

WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, WILL RESULT IN DEATH

OR SERIOUS INJURY.

Indicates a hazardous situation or action which, if

not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation or action which,

if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate

injury.

NOTE:

Notes contain additional information important to a procedure

and will be found within the regular text body of this manual.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they

indicate. Common sense and strict compliance with the special

instructions while performing the action or service are essential to

preventing accidents.
Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the DANGER,

WARNING and CAUTION blocks. The type of information each

indicates is as follows:



This symbol points out important safety

information that, if not followed, could

endanger personal safety and/or property of

others.

This symbol points out potential explosion

hazard.

This symbol points out potential fire hazard.



This symbol points out potential electrical

shock hazard.

GENERAL HAZARDS

• NEVER operate in an enclosed area, in a vehicle, or indoors

EVEN IF doors and windows are open.

• For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends that the

maintenance of this equipment is carried out by an Authorized

Dealer. Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the nearest

Authorized Dealer for parts needing repair or replacement.

• Operate generator only on level surfaces and where it will not be

exposed to excessive moisture, dirt, dust or corrosive vapors.

• Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans,

and other moving parts. Never remove any fan guard or shield

while the unit is operating.

• Certain parts of the generator get extremely hot during

operation. Keep clear of the generator until it has cooled to

avoid severe burns.

• Do NOT operate generator in the rain.
• Do not alter the construction of the generator or change

controls which might create an unsafe operating condition.

• Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected

to receptacles AND with connected devices turned ON. Start

the engine and let it stabilize before connecting electrical

loads. Disconnect all electrical loads before shutting down the

generator.

• Do not insert objects through unit’s cooling slots.
• When working on this equipment, remain alert at all times.

Never work on the equipment when physically or mentally

fatigued.

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Introduction

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