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Generac Power Systems XG4000 Series User Manual

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iNTRODUCTiON
Thankyou for purchasingthis modelby GeneracPowerSystems,
Inc. This model is a compact, high performance, air-cooled,
engine driven generatordesigned to supply electrical power to
operateelectrical loads where no utility power is availableor in
placeof utility dueto a poweroutage.
READTHiSMANUALTHOROUGHLY
If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact the
nearest Authorized Dealerfor starting, operating and servicing
procedures.
The operator is responsible for proper and safe use of the
equipment.We strongly recommendthat the operator read this
manualandthoroughlyunderstandall instructions beforeusingthe
equipment.We also stronglyrecommendinstructingother usersto
properlystart andoperatethe unit.This preparesthem ifthey need
to operatetheequipmentin an emergency.
Thegeneratorcan operatesafely,efficiently and reliablyonly if it
is properlylocated, operatedand maintained.Before operatingor
servicingthe generator:
Becomefamiliar with and strictly adhereto all local, state and
nationalcodes and regulations.
Study all safety warnings in this manual and on the product
carefully.
Becomefamiliar with this manualandthe unit beforeuse.
Themanufacturercannot anticipateevery possible circumstance
that might involvea hazard.The warnings in this manual,and on
tags and decals affixedto the unit are,therefore,not all inclusive.
If using a procedure,work method or operatingtechniquethat the
manufacturerdoes not specifically recommend,ensurethat it is
safe for others. Also make sure the procedure,work method or
operatingtechnique utilizeddoes not renderthe generatorunsafe.
THE INFORMATIONCONTAINEDHEREIN WAS BASED ON
MACHINESIN PRODUCTIONAT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION.
GENERACRESERVESTHERIGHTTO MODIFYTHIS MANUALAT
ANYTIME.
SAFETYRULES
Throughoutthis publication,and on tags and decals affixedto the
generator,DANGER,WARNING,CAUTIONand NOTEblocks are
usedto alert personnelto special instructionsabout a particular
operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or
carelessly. Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as
follows:
iNDICATESA HAZARDOUSSiTUATiONORACTIONWHICH,IF
NOTAVOIDED,WiLLRESULTiN DEATHORSERIOUSiNJURY.
Indicates a hazardoussituationor actionwhich,if not
avoided, couldresultin deathor seriousinjury.
,ACAUTION!
Indicates a hazardoussituationor action which,if not
avoided, couldresultin minoror moderateinjury.
NOTE:
Notescontainadditionalinformationimportantto a procedure
and will be foundwithin the regular textbody of thismanual.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards that they
indicate. Common sense and strict compliancewith the special
instructionswhileperforming theaction or serviceareessentialto
preventingaccidents.
Four commonly used safety symbols accompany the DANGER,
WARNINGand CAUTIONblocks. The type of information each
indicatesis asfollows:
,_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.
i/_This symbol points out potential fire hazard.
i/_This symbol points out potential electrical
shock hazard.
GENERAL HAZARDS
NEVERoperatein an enclosed area, in a vehicle, or indoors
EVENIFdoors and windows areopen.
For safety reasons, the manufacturer recommends that the
maintenanceof this equipmentis carried out by an Authorized
Dealer.Inspectthe generatorregularly,and contactthe nearest
AuthorizedDealerfor parts needingrepairor replacement.
Operategeneratoronly on levelsurfacesandwhereit will not be
exposedto excessivemoisture,dirt, dust or corrosive vapors.
Keep hands, feet, clothing, etc., away from drive belts, fans,
and othermoving parts. Neverremoveany fan guardor shield
whilethe unit isoperating.
Certain parts of the generator get extremely hot during
operation. Keep clear of the generator until it has cooled to
avoidsevereburns.
Do NOToperategeneratorinthe rain.
Do not alter the construction of the generator or change
controlswhich might createan unsafeoperatingcondition.
Never start or stop the unit with electrical loads connected
to receptaclesAND with connecteddevices turned ON. Start
the engine and let it stabilize before connecting electrical
loads. Disconnectall electricalloads beforeshutting downthe
generator.
Do notinsert objectsthrough 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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BrandGenerac Power Systems
ModelXG4000 Series
CategoryPortable Generator
LanguageEnglish

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