DO operate a generator outdoors in an area with plenty of ventilation.
DO install CO alarms inside the home to provide an early warning of carbon monoxide.
DO NOT plug a generator into the wall without installing a transfer switch to prevent backfeed.
DO turn the generator on before plugging in appliances.
DO NOT touch the generator with wet hands to avoid electrocution.
DO turn off the generator before refueling with gasoline to allow it to cool down.
DO NOT overload the generator.
DO use a heavy-duty, outdoor-rated extension cord rated at least equal to the sum of the connected appliances.
DO NOT use a generator as a permanent solution.
DO consult the owner’s manual for your generator for specific safety instructions.