Consumer Reports gives four steps to safely getting a portable generator running quickly.

File image. Danica Cherico and Shawn Gehlert use a generator to power a lamp as they sit outside their apartments that don't have electricty after it was damaged by Hurricane Michael on October 15 ...

If your power went out and you are using or planning to use a generator, make sure to follow these lifesaving tips.

If your power went out and you are using or planning to use a generator, make sure to follow these lifesaving tips.

Incorrectly using a generator can lead to dangers including carbon monoxide poisoning. If you’re without power, here are ways to safely use a generator at home.

In event of an extended power outage following severe weather, having a generator at home can be a huge advantage. But if used improperly, the devices can seriously harm or kill unsuspecting families.

Portable generators produce as much carbon monoxide as hundreds of cars and can kill a person within minutes, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

To install a generator at home, hire a qualified technician. If it is not installed properly, it can damage the whole electrification system. How to safely use a generator at home ...

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To install a generator at home, hire a qualified technician. If it is not installed properly, it can damage the whole electrification system.