Reduce The Risk Of Fire - Briggs & Stratton 12kW Installation And Operation Manual

• Nearby structures may be exposed to the engine exhaust (H) from the generator (A) and must be considered when
installing the standby generator.
• Wind and air currents should be taken into consideration when positioning the generator (A). Place the generator in an
area where winds will carry the exhaust gas away from any potentially occupied building or structure.
• DO NOT place the standby generator (A) in an area where leaves or debris can accumulate.

Reduce The Risk of Fire

Obey the installation requirements listed below. The figures below illustrate the minimum distances from structures and
vegetation to reduce the risk of fire.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard NFPA 37 establishes criteria for minimizing the hazard of fire
during the installation and operation of stationary combustion engines. NFPA 37 limits the spacing of an enclosed generator
from openings in walls, structures and combustible materials outside the enclosure. The following generator placement
requirements are based on compliance to NFPA 37.
WARNING
Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles or structures resulting in death or serious injury.
• Exhaust outlet of enclosure must have at least 5 ft. (1.5m) minimum clearance from any structure, shrubs, trees, or any
kind of vegetation.
• Enclosure must be at least 5 ft (1.5m) from windows, doors, any wall opening, shrubs, or vegetation over 12 inches (30.5
cm) in height.
• Enclosure must have a minimum of 5 ft. (1.5 m) overhead clearance from any structure, overhang, or trees.
• DO NOT place enclosure under a deck or other type of structure that may confine airflow.
• Smoke detector(s) MUST be installed and maintained indoors according to the manufacturer's instructions. Carbon
monoxide alarms cannot detect smoke.
• Do not place enclosure in a manner other than shown in illustrations.
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