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EXAMPLE OF LOCATION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
Operation Location of Portable Generator to
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
WARNING
Exhaust heat/gases could ignite
combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank
causing a fire, resulting in death or serious
injury.
• Portable generator must be at least 1.5 m (5 ft.) from
any structure, overhang, trees, windows, doors, any wall
opening, shrubs, or vegetation over 30.5 cm (12 inches)
in height.
• DO NOT place portable generator under a deck or other
type of structure that may confine airflow.
• Smoke alarm(s) MUST be installed and maintained
indoors according to the manufacturer’s instructions/
recommendations. Carbon monoxide alarms cannot
detect smoke.
• DO NOT place portable generator in manner other than
shown.
Direct exhaust
AWAY
from
windows, doors, and vents.
EXHAUST (C
O)
1.5 m (5 ft.) min.
1.5 m (5 ft.) min.
