Creating a Temporary Cold Weather
Shelter
1.
In an emergency, use the original shipping carton.
2.
Cut off top carton flaps and one long side of carton to
expose muffler side of unit. If required, tape up other
sides of carton to fit over generator as shown in
Figure 7.
Figure 7 — Permanent Cold Weather Shelter
Wind
NOTE: If required, remove wheel kit to fit carton over
generator as shown in Figure 7.
3.
Cut appropriate slots to access receptacles of unit.
4.
Face exposed end away from wind and elements.
5.
Locate generator as described in the section
"Generator Location". Keep exhaust gas from entering
a confined area through windows, doors, ventilation
intakes or other openings.
WARNING
Running generator gives off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea,
fainting or death.
• Operate generator ONLY outdoors.
• Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.
• DO NOT operate generator inside any building or enclosure
(even if doors or windows are open), including the generator
compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV).
Snapper 3500W Portable Generator
6.
• DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of generator
including overhead.
• Remove shelter when temperatures are above 40°F [4°C].
7.
8.
Creating a Permanent Cold Weather
1.
NOTE: Structure should hold enough heat created by the
generator to prevent icing problem.
2.
NOTE: If a wheel kit is installed on the generator, enlarge
shelter accordingly.
3.
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Start generator as described in the section "Starting
the Engine", then place carton over generator. Keep at
least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of generator
including overhead with shelter in place.
WARNING
Running engines produce heat.Temperature of
muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed
150°F (65°C).
Severe burns can occur on contact.
Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles,
structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.
Remove shelter when temperatures are above 40°F
[4°C].
Turn engine OFF and let cool two (2) minutes before
refueling.Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Shelter
Build a structure that will enclose three sides and the
top of the generator, making sure muffler side of
generator is exposed.
DO NOT enclose generator any more than shown in
Figure 7.
Follow steps 3 through 8 as described previously in
"Creating a Temporary Cold Weather Shelter".