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Section 2 Generator Set Operation
Section 2 Generator Set Operation
2.1 Operating Area
Carbon monoxide.
Can
cause
severe
nausea,
fainting, or death.
The exhaust system must be
leakproof and routinely inspected.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide symptoms. Carbon monoxide can
cause severe nausea, fainting, or death.
Carbon monoxide
is a poisonous gas present in exhaust gases. Carbon
monoxide is an odorless, colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas
that can cause death if inhaled for even a short time. Carbon
monoxide poisoning symptoms include but are not limited to
the following:
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Light-headedness, dizziness
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Physical fatigue, weakness in
joints and muscles
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Sleepiness, mental fatigue,
inability to concentrate
or speak clearly, blurred vision
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Stomachache, vomiting, nausea
If experiencing any of these symptoms and carbon monoxide
poisoning is possible, seek fresh air immediately and remain
active. Do not sit, lie down, or fall asleep. Alert others to the
possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning. Seek medical
attention if the condition of affected persons does not improve
within minutes of breathing fresh air.
Generator set operation. Carbon monoxide can cause
severe nausea, fainting, or death.
Carbon monoxide is an
odorless, colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas that can cause
death if inhaled for even a short time. Avoid breathing exhaust
fumes when working on or near the generator set. Never
operate the generator set inside a building. Never operate the
generator set where exhaust gas could seep inside or be
drawn into a potentially occupied building through windows, air
intake vents, or other openings.
Carbon monoxide detectors.
Carbon monoxide can
cause severe nausea, fainting, or death.
Install carbon
monoxide detectors on each level of any building adjacent to
the generator set. Locate the detectors to adequately warn the
building’s occupants of the presence of carbon monoxide.
Keep the detectors operational at all times. Periodically test
and replace the carbon monoxide detectors according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Keep the generator set area clear.
Maintain the
required clearance on all sides of the generator set.
Verify that there are no windows, air vents, or other
openings in the building near the generator set exhaust
outlet in any direction. See the generator set dimension
drawing in the Installation Manual for required
clearance.
Keep the air intake area clean. Do not leave rags, tools,
or debris on or near the generator set.
Notice
Do not locate patios, decks, play areas, or animal
shelters near the generator set. Keep items such as
lawn furniture, toys, sports equipment, and all
combustible materials away from the generator set
exhaust outlet. Remind family members, children,
and visitors to use caution near the generator set.
Generator sets connected to automatic transfer
switches start automatically during exercise periods
and power outages. Some generator set components
become hot when the generator set is running and
remain hot for a time after the generator set shuts
down.