Safety And General Information; Introduction; Read This Manual Thoroughly - Generac 20 kW Synergy Guia De Instalacion

Safety and General Information

Section 1
1.1 — Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this compact, high performance, variable speed, air-cooled, engine-driven generator. It is
designed to automatically supply electrical power to operate critical loads during a utility power failure.
This unit is factory installed in an all-weather, metal enclosure that is intended exclusively for outdoor installation. This
generator will operate using either vapor withdrawn liquid propane (LP) or natural gas (NG).
NOTE: When sized properly, this generator is suitable for supplying typical residential loads such as Induction
Motors (sump pumps, refrigerators, air conditioners, furnaces, etc.), Electronic Components (computer, moni-
tor, TV, etc.), Lighting Loads and Microwaves.
1.1.1— Read This Manual Thoroughly
If any portion of this manual is not understood, contact the nearest independent Dealer for starting, operating and ser-
vicing procedures.
Throughout this publication and on tags and decals affixed to the generator, DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and
NOTE blocks are used to alert personnel to special instructions about a particular operation that may be hazardous if
performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe them carefully. Their definitions are as follows:
NOTE: Notes provide additional information important to a procedure or component.
These safety warnings cannot eliminate the hazards they indicate. Observing safety precautions and strict compliance
with the special instructions while performing the action or service are essential to preventing accidents.
Four commonly used safety symbols accompany DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION boxes and the type of informa-
tion each indicates:
Installation Guidelines for Air-Cooled Generators
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
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