Owner's Manual

6
PUMP SAFETY
Hot Exhaust
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a
while after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler
while it is hot. Let the engine cool before transporting the pump or
storing it indoors.
To prevent fire hazards, keep the pump at least 3 feet (1 meter) away
from building walls and other equipment during operation. Do not
place flammable objects close to the engine.
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and
odorless gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of
consciousness and may lead to death.
If you run the pump in an area that is confined, or even partly enclosed,
the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas.
Never run the engine inside a closed garage, house, or confined area.
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