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Operation Location of Portable Generator to
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
5 ft.
(1.5 m) min.
MUFFLER
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 1.5 m (5 ft.) from
any structure, overhang, trees, windows, doors, any wall
opening, shrubs, or vegetation over 30.5 cm (12 in.) in
height.
• 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.
5 ft. (1.5 m) min.