Generator safety PSA: ***DO NOT FILL UP A RUNNING GASOLINE GENERATOR***
Gasoline fumes are released when you refuel the tank, and there is a high risk of igniting those vapors from the hot exhaust of the generator. You should not only turn OFF the generator, but also WAIT FOR IT TO COOL DOWN.
(you can get devices to toggle tanks/etc. safely, but most people do not have this).
The worst time to cause yourself burn injuries (and worse yet, maybe set your neighborhood on fire) is during the middle of a disaster.
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W6KME
In response to this post@ai6yr Unless you're running your gas generator at near-capacity all the time, there is every reason in the world to install a propane or natural gas conversion.
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FreddyB Aviation Photography
In response to this post@ai6yr Christ. It a sad state of affairs that you have put out this reminder
May as well add: do not run indoors.
Like we need to rename common sense cause it just not that common anymore
@cvvhrn There's a lot of new generator owners out there. Thankfully, one of our new ones asked our radio net about generator safety and we filled them in.
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AI6YR Ben
In response to this postCPSC Safety Alert: Portable Generator Hazards
#safety #generators #disasters
Portable Generator Hazards
Portable generators are useful when temporary or remote
electric power is needed, but they also can be hazardous. The
primary hazards to avoid when using a generator are carbon
monoxide (CO) poisoning from the toxic engine exhaust,
electric shock or electrocution, fire and burns.
Every year, people die in incidents related to portable generator use. Most of the incidents associated with portable generators reported to CPSC involve CO poisoning from generators used indoors or in partially-enclosed spaces.
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#safety #generators #disasters
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K. Stanley
In response to this post@ai6yr @Ken Ummm, no kidding. You also shouldn't leave your car running while you gas up
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Dave Mac Farlane
In response to this post@ai6yr@m.ai6yr.org but when is the best time to burn yourself and maybe set your neighbourhood on fire?
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