Install Manual

Safety Rules & General Information
Installation Guidelines for 60 Hz Air-Cooled Generators 3
• Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the
nearest IASD for parts needing repair or replace-
ment.
Exhaust Hazards
• The generator must be installed and operated out-
doors only.
Electrical Hazards
Fire Hazards
Asphyxiation. Running engines produce
carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless,
poisonous gas. Carbon monoxide, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
(000103)
DANGER
(000146)
WARNING
Equipment and property damage. Do not alter
construction of, installation, or block ventilation for
generator. Failure to do so could result in unsafe
operation or damage to the generator.
(000178a)
Asphyxiation. Always use a battery operated carbon
monoxide alarm indoors and installed according to
the manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
(000144)
DANGER
Electrocution. Contact with bare wires,
terminals, and connections while generator
is running will result in death or serious injury.
(000150)
DANGER
Electrocution. Never connect this unit to the electrical
system of any building unless a licensed electrician
has installed an approved transfer switch. Failure to
do so will result in death or serious injury.
(000237)
DANGER
Electrical backfeed. Use only approved switchgear to
isolate generator from the normal power source.
Failure to do so will result in death, serious injury,
and equipment damage.
(000152)
DANGER
Electrocution. Verify electrical system is
properly grounded before applying power.
Failure to do so will result in death or serious
injury.
(000188)
DANGER
Electrocution. Do not wear jewelry while
working on this equipment. Doing so will
result in death or serious injury.
(000104)
DANGER
Electrocution. Water contact with a power
source, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
(000145)
DANGER
Electrocution. In the event of electrical accident,
immediately shut power OFF. Use non-conductive
implements to free victim from live conductor. Apply
first aid and get medical help. Failure to do so will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Fire risk. Fuel and vapors are extremely
flammable. Do not operate indoors. Doing so
could result in death, serious injury, or
property or equipment damage.
(000281)
WARNING
Fire hazard. Do not obstruct cooling and
ventilating airflow around the generator. Inadequate
ventilation could result in fire hazard, possible
equipment damage, death or serious injury.
(000217)
WARNING
Fire and explosion. Installation must comply
with all local, state, and national electrical
(000218)
building codes. Noncompliance could result in unsafe
operation, equipment damage, death or serious injury.