In almost every home in Nigeria, you will find a generator because power is unstable. Some run their generator for 24 hours while o...
In
almost every home in Nigeria, you will find a generator because power
is unstable. Some run their generator for 24 hours while others run it
in the night. However, in recent times, we have heard of people dying
because of generator fumes. It is unfortunate but true. Obviously, this
carbon monoxide is very harmful to the body. In line with this, Jumia Travel shares lifesaving tips for running a generator at home.
Your generator should be far away from your window
As
long as generators use dirty energy such fuel or diesel, it will always
release fumes. So, it should be reasonably far away from your window.
Do not say that because you tightly shut your window and doors, you want
to place it beside it. It is dangerous.
Use your generator outdoor
You
will be shocked that some people in this country use their generator
right in their parlour or sitting room. They don’t want to leave it
outside for fear of it being stolen or because they are too lazy to go
outside to switch it off. You are joking with your life if you continue
with this practice.
Do not run it in an enclosed area
A
generator needs ventilation to function properly because of the heat it
produces while it is working. Always use your generator in an open
space so that it will be able to breathe. A generator may stop working
or explode if there is no ventilation.
Turn off all your appliances
Before
you start your generator, turn off all your appliances to prevent any
damage. This is because a power surge can destroy your devices. Also, do
not overload your generator.
Never refuel a hot generator
It
is no gainsaying that you should not refuel a generator while it is
running let alone when it is hot. Your generator may explode if you do
this. Hence, switch off before refuelling.
Periodic maintenance
Always
maintain your generator by taking it for regular checkup especially
when it produces fumes. Sooner or rather than later, it will collapse.
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