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2. Outdoors Only
⚠WARNING
The exhaust from your generator contains carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas that can kill. You
cannot smell it, see it, or taste it. Carbon monoxide exhaust is given off whether you are using
gasoline, natural gas, or propane as the fuel source to power the generator. Follow the directions
below for choosing a location to operate your generator in order to avoid carbon monoxide
poisoning.
The location you choose to operate the generator must be outdoors and away from all air intakes:
 Never run the generator inside any closed or semi-enclosed spaces (even if outdoors),
including homes, garages, basements, sheds, or boxes. These spaces can trap poisonous
gases, even if you run a fan or open windows.
 Place the generator so that the exhaust fumes will not be directed towards people or building
air intakes.
 Ensure that working, battery-operated, or battery back-up carbon monoxide alarms are used
in any dwelling/structure that is in close proximity to the running generator.
 This generator is NOT designed or approved for use in vehicles or marine applications. Never
run the generator inside RVs or other vehicles, on boats, or on pick-up truck beds.
⚠WARNING
Never attempt to attach duct-work to the muffler system to allow for installation inside an enclosure.
This could cause hot air deflection, heat build-up, and increased exhaust back-pressure, resulting in
possible exhaust leakage or damage to the generator.
3. Adequate Cooling Ventilation
The generator needs adequate, unobstructed flow of air to allow for proper cooling of engine and
generator head.