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4. Pay a en on
Get fresh air immediately if you begin to feel sick, dizzy, light-headed, or experience u-like symptoms while the generator is running.
5. Buy a carbon monoxide detector
Because carbon monoxide is both invisible and odorless, it makes sense to buy a CO detector (similar to or some mes combined in a smoke detector) to warn of rising CO levels.
6. ‘Ground’ your generator
Carefully follow all instruc ons on properly “grounding” the generator.
7. Keep the generator dry
Short circuits may occur in wet condi ons, which can cause a generator re. If needed, place the generator under an open canopy-type structure.
8. Be prepared
Always keep a fully charged re ex nguisher nearby.
9. Leave it to the professionals
To avoid electric shock or electrocu on, do not try to x or otherwise work on a generator.