Generator Placement - GE 20 kW Home Installation And Start-Up Manual

Generator Placement

Before installing the generator, consult with the homeowner
and convey the following requirements, which must be
satisfied before the installation is complete.
There are two equally important safety concerns in regards
to carbon monoxide poisoning and fire. There are also
several general location guidelines that must all be met
before the installation is considered complete.
exhaust side of the Generator
A
Exhaust outlet side of weatherproof enclosure.
A
Air inlet side of weatherproof enclosure.
B
WarninG Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an
odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide could result in death, serious
injury, headache, fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion,
seizures, nausea or fainting.
• Operate this product ONLY outdoors in an area that will not
accumulate deadly exhaust gas.
• Keep exhaust gas away from any windows, doors, ventilation
intakes, soffit vents, crawl spaces, open garage doors or other
openings that can allow exhaust gas to enter inside or be drawn
into a potentially occupied building or structure.
• Carbon monoxide detector(s) MUST be installed and maintained
indoors according to the manufacturer's instructions/
recommendations. Smoke alarms cannot detect carbon
monoxide gas.
B B
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