Operation Location to Reduce the Risk of Fire
WARNING! Exhaust heat/gases could ignite
combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank
causing a fire, resulting in death or serious injury .
• Portable generator must be at least 5 ft . (1 .5 m) from
any structure, overhang, trees, shrubs, or vegetation over
12 in . (30 .5 cm) in height .
5 ft . (1 .5
m) min .
5 ft . (1 .5 m) min .
Exhaust
MUFFLER
• Do not place portable generator under a deck or
other type of structure that may confine airflow .
Smoke alarm(s) must be installed and maintained
indoors according to the manufacturer's instructions/
recommendations .
• Carbon monoxide alarms cannot detect smoke .
• Do not place portable generator in manner other than
shown .
20 ft . (6 .1 m) min .
Operation
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