North Star M165938N Select a Suitable Site, Outdoors only, dangerous carbon, monoxide exhaust

Installation / Initial Set-Up

5. Select a Suitable Site

Before using the generator, you must select a suitable OUTDOOR location for installation and operation. This location should meet all of the criteria listed below.

WARNING:

You must choose a suitable site for operating your generator to avoid equipment damage and/or injury and possible death from carbon monoxide poisoning, electric shock, or fire. Choose a site that meets all of the criteria specified.

Dry, level surface The generator should be positioned on a dry, firm, level surface.
	Ensure that the generator sits level and will not slide or shift during operation.
Outdoors only –	If applicable, block the generator’s wheels to prevent sliding and shifting.
	WARNING: Carbon monoxide poisoning hazard
dangerous carbon
	The exhaust from your generator contains carbon monoxide (CO), a
monoxide exhaust
	poisonous gas that can kill. You cannot smell it, see it, or taste it.
	Carbon monoxide exhaust is given off whether you are using gasoline,
	natural gas, or propane as the fuel source to power the generator.
	Follow the directions below for choosing a location to operate your
	generator in order to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.

	The location you choose to operate the generator must be OUTDOORS
	and away from all air intakes:
	• Never run the generator inside any closed or semi-enclosed spaces (even if
	outdoors), including homes, garages, basements, sheds, or boxes. These
	spaces can trap poisonous gases, even if you run a fan or open windows.
	• Place the generator so that the exhaust fumes will not be directed towards
	people or building air intakes.
	• Ensure that working, battery-operated or battery back-up carbon monoxide
	alarms are used in any dwelling/structure that is in close proximity to the
	running generator.
	• Note that this generator is NOT designed or approved for use in vehicles
	or marine applications. Never run the generator inside RVs or other
	vehicles, on boats, or on pick-up truck beds.
	WARNING:
	Never attempt to attach ductwork to the muffler system to allow for
	installation inside an enclosure. This could cause hot air deflection,
	heat build-up, and increased exhaust back-pressure, resulting in
	possible exhaust leakage or damage to the generator.
Adequate cooling	The generator needs adequate, unobstructed flow of air to allow for
ventilation	proper cooling of engine and generator head.
	WARNING:
	Heat build-up from inadequate ventilation can result in fire,
	posing a serious risk to nearby persons and structures.
	• Situate so there is adequate clearance around generator to allow for
	cooling airflow so that heat does not build up.

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