Full Product Manual

Safety
Owner’s Manual for Surge Protection Device 1
Section 1 Safety
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Generac Power Systems Inc.
product. This unit has been designed to provide high
performance, efficient operation, and years of use when
maintained properly.
Read This Manual Thoroughly
If any section of this manual is not understood, contact
the nearest Independent Authorized Service Dealer
(IASD) or Generac Customer Service at 1-888-436-3722
(1-888-GENERAC), or visit www.generac.com for start-
ing, operating, and servicing procedures. The owner is
responsible for proper maintenance and safe use of the
unit.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS for future reference. This
manual contains important instructions that must be fol-
lowed during placement, operation, and maintenance of
the unit and its components. Always supply this manual
to any individual that will use this unit, and instruct them
on how to correctly start, operate, and stop the unit in
case of emergency.
Safety Rules
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible cir-
cumstance that might involve a hazard. The alerts in this
manual, and on tags and decals affixed to the unit, are
not all inclusive. If using a procedure, work method, or
operating technique that the manufacturer does not spe-
cifically recommend, verify that it is safe for others and
does not render the equipment unsafe.
Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals
affixed to the unit, 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. Alert definitions are as follows:
NOTE: Notes contain additional information important to
a procedure and will be found within the regular text of
this manual.
These safety alerts 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.
Electrical Hazards
• Competent, qualified personnel should install,
operate and service this equipment. Adhere strictly
to local, state and national electrical and building
codes. When using this equipment, comply with
regulations established by the National Electrical
Code (NEC), CSA Standard; the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), or the
local agency for workplace health and safety.
(000100a)
WARNING
Consult Manual. Read and understand manual
completely before using product. Failure to
completely understand manual and product
could result in death or serious injury.
(000001)
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
(000002)
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
(000003)
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
(000343)
Electrocution. Potentially lethal voltages are present
in this equipment. Render the equipment safe before
attempting repairs or maintenance. Failure to do so
will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
(000155a)
WARNING
Electric shock. Only a trained and licensed electrician
should perform wiring and connections to unit. Failure
to follow proper installation requirements could result in
death, serious injury, and equipment or property damage.
CAUTION
(000681)
Equipment Damage. Do not perform a high potential
or high voltage test with the unit connected to the
electrical system. Doing so will result in unit damage.