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• When working on this equipment, remain alert at
all times. Never work on the equipment when
physically or mentally fatigued.
• Inspect the generator regularly, and contact the
nearest Generac Authorized Service Dealer immedi-
ately for parts needing repair or replacement.
• Before performing any maintenance on the genera-
tor, disconnect its battery cables to prevent acci-
dental start up. Disconnect the cable from the bat-
tery post indicated by a NEGATIVE, NEG or (–)
first. Reconnect that cable last.
• Never use the generator or any of its parts as a
step. Stepping on the unit can stress and break
parts, and may result in dangerous operating con-
ditions from leaking exhaust gases, fuel leakage,
oil leakage, etc.
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
• The generator covered by this manual produces
dangerous electrical voltages and can cause fatal
electrical shock. Avoid contact with bare wires, ter-
minals, connections, etc., while the unit is running.
Ensure all appropriate covers, guards and barriers
are in place before operating the generator. If work
must be done around an operating unit, stand on
an insulated, dry surface to reduce shock hazard.
• Do not handle any kind of electrical device while
standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands
or feet are wet. DANGEROUS ELECTRICAL
SHOCK MAY RESULT.
• During installation, have the generator properly
grounded (bonded) by means of an approved
bonding conductor. DO NOT disconnect the bond-
ing conductor. DO NOT reconnect the bonding
conductor to any generator part that might be
removed or disassembled during routine mainte-
nance. If the grounding conductor must be
replaced, use only a flexible conductor that is of
No. 12 American Wire Gauge (AWG) copper wire
minimum.
• In case of accident caused by electric shock, imme-
diately shut down the source of electrical power. If
this is not possible, attempt to free the victim from
the live conductor. AVOID DIRECT CONTACT
WITH THE VICTIM. Use a nonconducting imple-
ment, such as a dry rope or board, to free the vic-
tim from the live conductor. If the victim is uncon-
scious, apply first aid and get immediate medical
help.
• Never wear jewelry when working on this equip-
ment. Jewelry can conduct electricity resulting in
electric shock, or may get caught in moving com-
ponents causing injury.
FIRE HAZARDS
• For fire safety, the generator must be installed and
maintained properly. Installation always must
comply with applicable codes, standards, laws and
regulations. Adhere strictly to local, state and
national electrical and building codes. Comply
with regulations the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) has established.
Also, ensure that the generator is installed in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
and recommendations. Following proper installa-
tion, do nothing that might alter a safe installation
and render the unit in noncompliance with the
aforementioned codes, standards, laws and regu-
lations.
EXP
LOSION HAZ
ARDS
• Do not smoke around the generator. Wipe up any oil
spills immediately. Ensure that no combustible
materials are left in the generator compartment, or
on or near the generator, as FIRE or EXPLOSION
may result. Keep the area surrounding the genera-
tor clean and free from debris.
Safety Rules
CENTURION 3500 Home Standby Generator
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