Product Manual

Introduction and Safety
Homelink Upgradeable Manual Transfer Switch Owner’s Manual 1
Section 1: Introduction and 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 and understand all of the
instructions, cautions, and warnings before using this
equipment. If any section of the manual is not
understood, contact your nearest Independent
Authorized Service Dealer (IASD) or contact Generac
Customer Service at 1-888-436-3722, or
www.generac.com with any questions or concerns.
The owner is responsible for proper maintenance and
safe use of the equipment. Before operating or servicing
this transfer switch:
• Study all safety information in this manual and on
the product carefully.
• Become familiar with this manual and the unit
before use.
• Refer to Installation for instructions on final
assembly procedures. Follow the instructions
completely.
Save these instructions for future reference. ALWAYS
supply this manual to any individual that will use this
machine.
The information in this manual is accurate based on
products produced at the time of publication. The
manufacturer reserves the right to make technical
updates, corrections, and product revisions at any time
without notice.
Safety Rules
The manufacturer cannot anticipate every possible
circumstance that might involve a hazard. The safety
information 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, verify
that it is safe for others. Also make sure the procedure,
work method or operating technique utilized does not
render the equipment unsafe.
Safety Messages
Throughout this publication, and on tags and decals
affixed to the transfer switch, DANGER, WARNING, and
CAUTION 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:
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.
(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.