7 Safety Tips on Generators
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Have you ever experienced the eerie feeling of being caught in the dark I have. Alone, with no cell phone, no lights and no power! What happened to those plans of purchasing a generator How often has a power outage happened recently
Last week in the paper it mentioned that thousands of residents in Prince Edward Island, Canada were bundled up in their homes bracing for a long, cold night. The blackouts can sometimes last for days or even weeks due to ice storms, snow storms. Many power outages also occur because of hurricanes and tornadoes.
The paper reported a warning that called for gusts of winds up to 90 klm per hour and plunging temperatures. Along with that was heavy fog reducing visibility. Some places reported temperatures dipped to -51 C with the windchill. Now that is cold and quickly drops the temperature inside the house.
With increasing home power outages, no longer are generators for contractors and campers alone. In fact, a generator can keep a family protected from harm and save thousands of dollars in damage. They are easy to use, long running and reliable tools that can keep anyone in control of their power needs.
What is the right portability style for me It all depends on where you are using it. Are you going camping, do you need to move it around, or on the job site, requiring all terrain wheels or do you just need it for emergencies in your home You must decide which generator you need.
For more advice and information about generators you can visit this website. http://www.generatorjoe.net/page.aspid=20
NEVER use a generator inside homes, garages, crawlspaces, sheds or similar areas, even when using fans or opening doors and windows for ventilation. Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can quickly build up in these areas and can linger for hours, even after the generator has been shut off.
If you start to feel dizzy or weak, get to fresh air immediately.
7 Safety Tips to Protect against CO poisoning:
1. Always read the manufacturer's instructions for safe operation. 2. Always run your generator in a well-ventilated area. 3. Maintain your generator engine according to the maintenance schedule for peak performance and safety. 4. Do not operate the engine near combustible materials. 5. Keep gas fresh. If you do not plan on using your generator for up to 30 days you should stabilize the gas with a gas stabilizer. Always place on level ground to operate. 6. Use heavy duty outdoor rated extension cords and make sure that they are grounded, and are a sufficient wire gauge for the application load. Never plug your generator directly into your house circuit. 7. If you are connecting a generator into your home electrical system, have a qualified electrician install a Manual Power Transfer System.
Electrical Hazards:
Generators pose a risk of shock and electrocution, especially if they are operated in wet conditions. If you must use a generator when it is wet outside, protect the generator from moisture to help avoid the shock/electrocution hazard. You should operate the generator under an open, canopy-like structure where water cannot reach it or it is not sitting in a puddle or wet area. Always make sure your hands are dry before operating the generator. When connecting appliances to the generator use heavy-duty extension cords that are specifically designed for outdoor use. You will need to make sure the wattage rating for each cord exceeds the total wattage use of all appliances that will be connected to it. Make sure it is far enough away from windows, doors and vents to the home or other buildings that are occupied. The plug will need to have 3 prongs on it and check for tears and cuts. Make sure the cord is not getting crushed or pinched if it has to pass through a window or doorway. NEVER use the power from the house wiring by plugging the generator into a wall outlet. This practice is known as "backfeeding" and it is extremely dangerous and presents an electrocution risk to utility workers and neighbors who are being served by the same utility transformer. It will also bypass some of the built-in household circuit protection devices.
Fire Hazards:
NEVER store fuel for your generator in your home! Fuel such as gasoline, propane, kerosene and other flammable liquids should be stored outside of living areas in properly-labeled, non-glass safety containers. DO NOT store them near a fuel-burning appliance such as a natural gas water heater in a garage or shed. Before refueling the generator, turn it off and let it cool down for awhile because if gasoline is spilled on hot engine parts it could ignite.
Hopefully, all this information will keep you warm, well informed and safe. Knowing that you are protected when an emergency hits can give you peace of mind and not put you in a state of panic.
About the Author
Sharon Wittmeier Owner of All Star Sport Vehicles. Our website is www.allstarsportvehicles.com I have always enjoyed many types of powersport vehicles. We also sell generators on our website. I love to read and study how to use equipment properly and safely. I enjoy writing articles.
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