Using Your Generator; Starting Your Generator - Energizer EZG1300 User Manual

Chapter 4 — Using Your eZG1300 Generator
DANGER - CARBON MONOXIDE
Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Generator exhaust contains high levels of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous
gas you cannot see or smell. If you can smell the generator exhaust you are
breathing CO. Even if you can not smell the exhaust, you could be breathing
CO. NEVER use a generator inside a home, garage, crawlspace, or other partly
enclosed area, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can build up in these areas.
Using a fan or opening windows and doors will NOT supply enough fresh air.
ONLY use a generator outdoors and far away from open windows, doors, and
vents. These openings can pull in generator exhaust. Even when you use a
generator correctly, CO may leak into the home. ALWAYS use a CO alarm in
your home. If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak after the generator has been
running, move to fresh air RIGHT AWAY and seek medical attention. You could
have carbon monoxide poisoning.
4.1

Starting Your Generator

Before using generator, a ground wire must be connected to the ground
terminal. The Ground terminal is located on the Front Panel. Before using
the ground terminal consult a qualified electrician.
Leave the Choke lever at the OPEN position if the engine is warm or if the
air temperature is higher than 50°F (10°C).
We know you're excited to get using your generator. Please be sure to follow the
startup instructions below thoroughly to ensure the best lifespan for your generator.
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