Servicing the fuel system. A flash fire can cause severe injury or death. Do not smoke or permit flames or sparks near the
fuel mixer, fuel line, fuel filter, or other potential sources of fuel vapors. When removing the fuel line or fuel system be aware that
liquid propane can cause frostbite on contact.
Servicing the air cleaner. A sudden backfire can cause severe injury or death. Do not operate the generator set with the
air cleaner removed.
Combustible materials. A fire can cause severe injury or death. Generator set engine fuels and fuel vapors are flammable
and explosive. Handle these materials carefully to minimize the risk of fire or explosion. Equip the compartment or nearby area
with a fully charged fire extinguisher. Select a fire extinguisher rated ABC or BC for electrical fires or as recommended by the
local fire code or an authorized agency. Train all personnel on fire extinguisher operation and fire prevention procedures.
Exhaust System
Generator set operation. Carbon monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide is an odorless,
colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas that can cause death if inhaled for even a short time. Avoid breathing exhaust fumes when
working on or near the generator set. Never operate the generator set inside a building. Never operate the generator set where
exhaust gas could seep inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building through windows, air intake vents, or other
openings.
Carbon monoxide symptoms. Carbon monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon monoxide is a
poisonous gas present in exhaust gases. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless, tasteless, nonirritating gas that can cause
death if inhaled for even a short time. Carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms include but are not limited to the following:
Light-headedness, dizziness
Physical fatigue, weakness in joints and muscles
Sleepiness, mental fatigue, inability to concentrate or speak clearly, blurred vision
Stomachache, vomiting, nausea
If experiencing any of these symptoms and carbon monoxide poisoning is possible, seek fresh air immediately and remain active.
Do not sit, lie down, or fall asleep. Alert others to the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning. Seek medical attention if the
condition of affected persons does not improve within minutes of breathing fresh air.
Carbon monoxide detectors. Carbon monoxide can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Install carbon monoxide
detectors on each level of any building adjacent to the generator set. Locate the detectors to adequately warn the building’s
occupants of the presence of carbon monoxide. Keep the detectors operational at all times. Periodically test and replace the
carbon monoxide detectors according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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