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Installation
Equipment Description
This product is only for use as an optional generator
system which provides an alternate source of electric
power and to serve loads such as heating, refrigeration
systems, and communication systems that, when stopped
during any power outage, could cause discomfort or
inconvenience.
NOTICE This product does NOT qualify for either an
emergency standby or legally required standby system
as defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).
• Emergency generator systems are intended to
automatically supply illumination, power, or both,
to designated areas and equipment in the event of
failure of the normal supply. Emergency systems
may also provide power for such functions as
ventilation where essential to maintain life, where
current interruption of the normal supply would
produce serious life safety or health hazards.
• Legally Required standby generator systems
are intended to automatically supply power
to selected loads in the event of failure of the
normal source which could create hazards or
hamper rescue or fire-fighting operations.
Every effort has been made to ensure that information
in this manual is accurate and current. However, we
reserve the right to change, alter, or otherwise improve
the product and this document at any time without prior
notice.
Only current licensed electrical and plumbing professionals
should attempt standby generator system installations.
Installations must strictly comply with all applicable codes,
industry standards, laws and regulations.
Owner Responsibilities
• Read and follow the instructions given in the
operator’s manual.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring
for and using your generator, as specified in the
operator’s manual.
• Carbon monoxide detector(s) MUST be installed
and maintained indoors according to the
manufacturer’s instructions/recommendations.
Smoke alarms cannot detect carbon monoxide
gas.
• Smoke detector(s) MUST be installed
and maintained indoors according to the
manufacturer’s instructions/ recommendations.
Carbon monoxide alarms cannot detect smoke.
If you have questions about intended use, ask your
installer or dealer or call 800 732-2989 between
8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT.
Installing Dealer/Contractor
Responsibilities
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Install only an UL approved transfer switch that is
compatible with the generator.
• Read and follow the instructions given in this
installation and start-up manual.
• Installation must strictly comply with all applicable
codes, industry standards, laws, and regulations.
• Allow sufficient room on all sides of the generator
for maintenance and servicing.
Cold Weather Kit
If operating the generator below 30°F (-1°C), it is HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED that a Model 6404 Cold Weather Kit
be installed.
These items are available at your local servicing dealer.
For cold weather areas (below 0°F (-18°C)) it is also
recommended that a BCI, Size 75, wet lead-acid
battery be used of 630 CCA minimum.
If you need more information on this matter, please call
800 732-2989 between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT.
30°F (-1°C)
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