User Manual

GAC2.2H 60 HZ GENERATOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (03/31/10) — PAGE 7
SAFETY INFORMATION
 NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
 DO NOT smoke around or near the
equipment. Fire or explosion could result
from fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a
hot engine.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
DANGER
 Turn generator and all circuit breakers OFF before
performing maintenance on the generator or making
contact with output receptacles.
 NEVER insert any objects into the
output receptacles during operation.
This is extremely dangerous. The
possibility exists of electrical shock,
electrocution or death.
 Backfeed to a utility system can cause
electrocution and/or property damage.
NEVER connect the generator to a
building’s electrical system without
a transfer switch or other approved
device. All installations should be
performed by a licensed electrician in accordance with
all applicable laws and electrical codes. Failure to do so
could result in electrical shock or burn, causing serious
injury or even death.
Power Cord/Cable Safety
DANGER
 NEVER let power cords or cables lay in water.
 NEVER stand in water while AC power from the
generator is being transferred to a load.
 NEVER use damaged or worn cables or cords when
connecting equipment to generator. Inspect for cuts in
the insulation.
 NEVER grab or touch a live power
cord or cable with wet hands. The
possibility exists of electrical shock,
electrocution or death.
 Make sure power cables are securely connected to the
generator’s output receptacles. Incorrect connections
may cause electrical shock and damage to the
generator.
NOTICE
 ALWAYS
make certain that proper power or extension
cord has been selected for the job. See Cable Selection
Chart in this manual.
Grounding Safety
DANGER
 ALWAYS
make sure that electrical circuits are properly
grounded to a suitable earth ground (ground rod) per
the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes
before operating generator.
Severe injury or death by
electrocution
can result from operating an ungrounded
generator.
 NEVER use gas piping as an electrical ground.
BATTERY SAFETY (ELECTRIC START ONLY)
DANGER
 DO NOT
drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
 DO NOT expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
 DO NOT
charge battery if frozen. Battery can explode.
When frozen, warm the battery to at least 61°F (16°C).
WARNING
 ALWAYS wear safety glasses when
handling the battery to avoid eye irritation.
The battery contains acids that can cause
injury to the eyes and skin.
 Use well-insulated gloves when picking up the battery.
 ALWAYS
keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
 ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gasses.