Never run a generator indoors
Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas you cannot see or smell. A doorway, window or fan does not make indoor operation safe.
Place the generator in a dry, open, well-ventilated position, with exhaust directed away from people, doors, windows and air intakes.
Four risks to control
Exhaust gas
Keep the set outdoors and never operate it in a house, shop, container, shed, garage or enclosed work area.
Fuel and fire
Stop the engine and allow it to cool before refuelling. Keep cigarettes, flames and sparks away. Wipe up spills before restarting.
Electric shock
Keep the generator, plugs and hands dry. Use sound cables and sockets, follow grounding requirements and keep children away.
Back-feed
Never connect a generator directly to household wiring. A qualified electrician must install an approved changeover or transfer arrangement.
Stop immediately when you see danger
- Fuel leakage, fire or strong fuel smell.
- Exposed wiring, damaged sockets, electric shock or signs of back-feed.
- Severe smoke, overheating, unusual knocking or rapid vibration.
- Anyone nearby feels headache, dizziness, weakness or nausea. Move everyone to fresh air and seek urgent medical help.
Do not remove electrical covers, adjust the AVR, open the fuel-injection system or dismantle the engine unless you are trained and authorised to do so.