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TOXIC FUMES
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas.
Running an engine indoors will kill you in minutes. Never use this product inside a house,
garage, or any other kind of enclosure even if doors and windows are open. Run the
engine outside at least twenty (20) feet or six (6) meters away from windows, doors, and
vents. Carefully consider wind direction and air currents when using this product outside
to avoid breathing in engine exhaust. Always use a carbon monoxide detector in any
occupied buildings near the running engine.
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OPERATING CHECKLIST
Location
Only use the generator outside in a well-ventilated area and always carefully consider wind
and air currents when running. Place the generator on a level surface before any operation
and provide two (2) feet clearance on all sides of the engine while operating.
● Never use the generator inside a house, garage, or any other kind of enclosure, even if
doors and windows are open.
● Install a carbon monoxide detector in any occupied buildings near the running engine.
● If you experience headache, nausea, dizziness, sleepiness, or weakness while the
generator is running, move to fresh air and seek medical attention immediately.