How to Safely use a Generator during Hurricane Season I PremierImprovementsOne.com I Generac

We are your Best Local Gererac Dealer serving all of your needs to get your Power on after an Outage. Want to have a hard wired Plug In? Looking for a Standby to cover your whole house? We can do that. Here are a few Tips on how to safely use your Generator when the lights go off.

“You often hear the phrase ‘Get A Game Plan’ when we’re talking about preparing for tropical weather systems threatening our state, but that game plan has got to include best practices for safe generator use,” said State Fire Marshal Chief H. “Butch” Browning.

Generators produce carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, colorless gas that can kill without warning. That’s why it’s also imperative to have a carbon monoxide detector for your home, especially if you plan on using a generator.

The following generator safety tips are simple, but effective in saving lives:

• Do not place generators inside of any structure including garages, carports and sheds

• Instead, place the generator at least 20 feet away from your home, down-wind away from open doors, windows and vents

• Before refueling, turn the generator off and allow it to cool for 15-20 minutes

• Never try to power the house wiring by plugging the generator into a wall outlet

• Instead, use a heavy-duty, outdoor extension cord to plug appliances into generators

• Do not use in rain or wet conditions

• Have a fire extinguisher nearby

• Have a carbon monoxide monitor for your home