Smart Generators Operating Instructions
SG13001
this generator. Use only designated
lifting hook to lift
this generator. This generator is
heavy so proper lifting techniques
should be used.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CARBON MONOXIDE-POISONOUS
GAS
Use generator outdoors, away
from open windows, vents, or doors.
Generator exhaust contains carbon
monoxide - a poisonous gas that can
kill you. You CAN NOT smell or see
this gas. Never use a generator in
enclosed or partially-enclosed spaces.
Generators can produce high levels of
carbon monoxide very quickly.
When you use a portable generator,
remember that you cannot smell or
see carbon monoxide.
Even if you can’t smell exhaust fumes,
you may still be exposed to carbon
monoxide. If you start to feel sick,
dizzy, or weak while using a
generator, get to fresh air RIGHT
AWAY. DO NOT DELAY. The carbon
monoxide from generators can
rapidly lead to full incapacitation and
death.
If you experience serious symptoms,
get medical attention immediately.
Inform medical staff that carbon
monoxide poisoning is suspected. If
you experienced symptoms while
indoors, have someone call the fire
department to determine when it is
safe to re-enter the building.
Never operate the generator in an
explosive atmosphere, near
combustible materials or where
ventilation is not sufficient to carry
away exhaust fumes.
Exhaust fumes can cause serious
injury or death.
NEVER use a generator indoors,
including in homes, garages,
basements, crawl spaces, and other
enclosed or partially-enclosed areas,
even with ventilation. Opening doors
and windows or using fans will not
prevent carbon monoxide build-up in
the home.
Follow the instructions that come
with your generator. Locate the
unit outdoors and away from doors,
windows, and vents that could allow
the carbon monoxide gas to come
indoors.
ONLY run generator outdoors and
away from air intakes.
NEVER run generator inside homes,
garages, sheds, or other
semi-enclosed spaces. These spaces
can trap poisonous gases EVEN IF
you run a fan or open doors and
windows.
If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak
while using the generator, shut if off
and get fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a
doctor. You may have carbon
monoxide poisoning.
Install battery-operated carbon
monoxide alarms or plug-in carbon
monoxide alarms with battery back-
up in your home, according to the
manufacturer’s installation
instructions.
The carbon monoxide alarms should
be certified to the requirements of
the latest safety standards for carbon
monoxide alarms. (UL 2034, IAS 6-96,
or CSA 6.19.01).
Test your carbon monoxide alarm
frequently and replace dead batteries.
SAFETY WARNING WHEN
REFUELING
Natural Gas/LP is extremely
flammable and its vapors can explode
if ignited.
Observe all safety regulations for the
safe handling of fuel.
NEVER store fuel for your generator
in the home. Gasoline, propane,
kerosene, and other flammable liquids
should be stored outside of living
areas in properly-labeled, non-glass
safety containers. Do not store them
near a fuel-burning appliance, such as
a natural gas water heater in a
garage. If the container is not sealed
properly, invisible vapors from the fuel
can travel along the ground and can
be ignited by the appliance pilot light
or by arcs from electric switches in the
appliance.
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
. This
product must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock.
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electrocution. Check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you
are IN doubt as to whether the unit is
properly grounded.
This generator is equipped with a
grounding terminal for your protection.
Always complete the ground path
from the generator to an external
ground source as instructed in the
section labeled “Grounding
Instructions” in the Preparation
section of this manual.
The generator is a potential source of
electrical shock if not kept dry. Keep
the generator dry and do not use in
rain or wet conditions. To protect from
moisture, operate it on a dry surface
under an open, canopy-like structure.
Dry your hands if wet before touching
the generator.
Plug appliances directly into the
generator. Or, use a heavy duty,
outdoor- rated extension cord that is
rated (in watts or amps) at least equal
to the sum of the connected appliance
loads. Check that the entire cord is
free of cuts or tears and that the plug
has all three prongs, especially a
grounding pin.
NEVER try to power the house wiring
by plugging the generator into a wall
outlet, a practice known as “back
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