100304 - 22-KW HOME STANDBY GENERATOR WITH AXIS CONTROLLER®IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Accidental Starting
WARNING
ALWAYS prevent the generator from starting while the covers
are open. The generator may crank and start at any time
without notice. Follow these steps in order:
1. Pull fuse from aXis Controller®panel and secure with tape
to the panel.
2. Disconnect the NEGATIVE, NEG or (-) battery cable first,
and then remove the POSITIVE, POS or (+) battery cable.
To return the generator to service, follow these steps in order:
1. Connect the POSITIVE, POS or (+) battery cable first, and
then connect the NEGATIVE, NEG or (-) battery cable.
2. Remove taped fuse from the panel and reinstall into the
aXis Controller®.
Electrical Shock Hazards
WARNING
The generator produces dangerous voltage. Use extreme
caution when near the generator while it is operating.
Avoid contact with bare wires, terminals and connections while
the generator is operating.
ALWAYS stand on an insulated dry surface to reduce shock
hazard if work must be done on an operating generator.
NEVER wear jewelry that can conduct electricity when working
on the generator.
NEVER handle any kind of electrical device while hands or feet
are wet, while standing in water or while barefoot.
Proper earth grounding of the frame and external electrical
conductive components is required by the National Electrical
Code (NEC). State and local codes for proper grounding may
also apply.
Avoid direct contact with an electric shock victim. Immediately
shut down the source of electrical power. If this is not possible,
attempt to free the victim from the live conductor using a
nonconducting item such as a dry board or rope. If the victim
is unconscious, apply first aid and call 911 immediately.
Fuel Safety
DANGER
PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE
AND EXPLOSIVE.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Propane/LPG (liquified petroleum gas) and LPG Vapors:
–LPG is a hydrocarbon gas that exists in a liquified form
and it’s vapors are highly flammable and explosive.
–LPG and it’s vapors are under pressure and can cause a
fire or explosion if ignited.
–LPG vapors are heavier than air and will settle in low
places while dissipating.
–LPG itself is odorless and tasteless. For safety, a
chemical is added to give it an odor to help detect leaks
quickly.
–If a leak is detected, IMMEDIATELY turn OFF the gas
supply.
–In the event of an LPG fire and only when safe to do so,
first close the regulator valve OFF and then use a dry
powder extinguisher to put out the fire. This is because
if a fire is extinguished before the regulator valve is
closed OFF, then an explosion hazard condition could be
created.
–Always keep the LPG cylinder in an upright position.
–LPG is a skin irritant and can cause severe cold burns
similar to frostbite.
–Always wear proper protective gloves when connecting
to and disconnecting from a propane bottle.
–Always keep LPG away from sparks, open flames, pilot
lights, heat and other sources of ignition.
DANGER
NG (natural gas) and NG Vapors:
–NG vapors are highly flammable and explosive.
–NG vapors can cause a fire or explosion if ignited.
–NG itself is odorless and tasteless. For safety, a
chemical is added to give it an odor to help detect leaks
quickly.
–NG is lighter than air and will collect in higher areas.
–If a leak is detected, IMMEDIATELY turn OFF the gas
supply.
