Kohler 6.5RMY Operation Manual page 8

Exhaust System
WARNING
Carbon monoxide.
Can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death.
The exhaust system must be leakproof and
routinely inspected.
Generator set operation. Carbon monoxide can
cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Never
operate the generator set inside a building unless the
exhaust gas is piped safely outside. Never operate in
any area where exhaust gas could accumulate and
seep back inside a potentially occupied building. Avoid
breathing exhaust fumes when working on or near the
generator set. Carbon monoxide is particularly
dangerous because it is an odorless, colorless,
tasteless, nonirritating gas. Be aware that it can cause
death if inhaled for even a short time.
TP-5631 7/96
Carbon monoxide symptoms. Carbon monoxide
can cause severe nausea, fainting, or death. Carbon
monoxide is a poisonous gas which is present in
exhaust gases. Carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms
include but are not limited to the following:
D Light-headedness, dizziness
D Physical fatigue, weakness in joints and muscles
D Sleepiness, mental fatigue, inability to concentrate
or speak clearly, blurred vision
D Stomachache, vomiting, nausea
If experiencing any of these symptoms and carbon
monoxide poisoning is possible, affected persons
should seek fresh air immediately. They should remain
active. They should not sit, lie down, or fall asleep. Alert
others to the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning.
If the condition of affected persons does not improve
within minutes of breathing fresh air, they should seek
medical attention.
Safety Precautions and Instructions V