Briggs & Stratton 030242 User manual

Brand: Briggs & Stratton

Model: 030242

Category: Power generators

Type: User manual

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PORTAbLE GENERATOR

PortableGenerator

Operator'sManual

This generator is rated in accordance with CSA(Canadian Standards

Association) standard 022.2 No. 100-04 (motors and generators).

BRIGGS & STRATTONPOWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC

JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.

Printed in U.S.A. Manual No. 197523GS Revision H (03/12/2009)

Thankyou for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton generator.We are pleasedthat you've placedyour confidence in

the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operatedand maintainedaccordingto the instructions in this manual,your Briggs &

Stratton generator will provide many years of dependableservice.

Thismanual containssafety information to makeyou awareof the hazardsand risks associatedwith generatorproducts and

how to avoid them. This generator is designed and intendedonly for supplying electrical powerfor operatingcompatible

electrical lighting, appliances,tools and motor loads,and is not intendedfor any other purpose. It is important that you read

and understandthese instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operatethis equipment. Save these instructionsfor

future reference.

Thisgenerator requiresfinal assembly beforeuse. Referto the Assemb/ysection of this manualfor instructions on final

assembly procedures. Follow the instructions completely.

Whereto FindUs

You never haveto lookfar to find Briggs & Stratton support and servicefor your generator. Consultyour Yellow Pages.There

are over 30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorizedservice dealersworldwide who provide quality service. You canalso contact

Briggs & Stratton CustomerServiceby phone at (800) 743-4115 or on the Internet at BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM.

Generator

Engine

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Revision

Serial Number

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Code Number

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DatePurchased

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Briggs & Stratton PowerProducts Group, LLC

900 North Parkway

Jefferson, WI 53549

material may be reproduced or transmitted in any form

without the expresswritten permission of Briggs & Stratton

Power Products Group, LLC.

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TableofContents

Operator Safety ................................. 4

Equipment Description......................................... 4

Safety Rules................................................. 4

Assembly ..................................... 7

UnpackGenerator ............................................ 7

Install Wheel Kit.............................................. 7

Add Engine Oil............................................... 8

Add Fuel.................................................... 8

Attach NegativeBatteryCable................................... 8

System Ground .............................................. 9

Connectingto a Building's ElectricalSystem........................ 9

GeneratorLocation ........................................... 9

FeaturesandControls............................ 10

Cord Sets and Receptacles.................................... 11

Battery FloatCharger......................................... 12

Operation .................................... 13

Starting the Engine .......................................... 13

Connecting ElectricalLoads.................................... 14

Stopping the Engine.......................................... 14

Warm Weather Operation ..................................... 14

Don't OverloadGenerator ..................................... 15

Maintenance .................................. 16

MaintenanceSchedule........................................ 16

GeneratorMaintenance....................................... 16

Battery Maintenance ......................................... 16

Engine Maintenance.......................................... 17

Storage ................................................... 20

Troubleshooting ................................ 21

Warranties .................................... 22

Emissions Control System Warranty............................. 22

GeneratorOwnerWarranty .................................... 24

Specifications ................................. 26

Product Specifications........................................ 26

Common Service Parts ....................................... 26

Espaffol

OperatorSafety

Equipment Description

Readthis manualcarefully and becomefamiliar

...... with yourgenerator. Knowitsapplications, its

limitationsand anyhazardsinvolved.

Thegeneratoris an engine-driven, revolvingfield, alternating

current (AC)generator. It was designedto supply electrical

power for operatingcompatible electricallighting, appliances,

tools and motor loads.Thegenerator's revolvingfield is

driven at about3,600 rpm by a single-cylinderengine.

NOTICE Exceedinggeneratorswattage/amperagecapacity

candamagegeneratorand/or electricaldevicesconnectedto

it.

• DONOTexceedthegenerator'swattage/amperagecapacity.See

Don'tOverloadGeneratorintheOperationsection.

Everyeffort hasbeen madeto ensurethat the information in

this manualis both accurateand current. However,the

manufacturer reservesthe right to change,alter or otherwise

improve the generatorand this documentation at anytime

without prior notice.

The EmissionControl Systemfor this generator is warranted

for standardsset by the Environmental ProtectionAgency

and the California Air Resources Board.

Important Safety Information

The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipateevery possible

circumstance that might involve a hazard.Thewarnings in

this manual,and the tags and decals affixedto the unit are,

therefore, not all-inclusive. If you usea procedure,work

method or operating technique that the manufacturer does

not specifically recommend, you must satisfy yourself that it

is safe for you and others. Youmust also make surethat the

procedure, work method or operating technique that you

choose does not renderthe generator unsafe.

SafetySymbolsand Mleanings

ElectricalShockToxic Fumes Kickback

Fire Explosion Operator'sManual

Moving Parts FlyingObjects Hot Surface

Thesafety alertsymbol indicatesa potential personal

injury hazard.A signalword (DANGER,WARNING,or

CAUTION)is usedwith the alert symbol to designatea

degreeor levelof hazardseriousness.A safety symbol may

be usedto representthe type of hazard.Thesignal word

NOTICEis usedto address practicesnot relatedto personal

injury.

_i, DANGER indicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, will

result in deathor serious injury.

_i, WARNINGindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

_i, CAUTIONindicates a hazardwhich, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICEaddress practices not relatedto personal injury.

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Using a generator indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.

Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is

a poison you cannot see or smell.

V V

NEVER use inside a home

or garage, EVEN IF doors

and windows are open.

Only use OUTSIDE and

far away from windows,

doors, and vents.

_i, WARNING Runningengine gives off carbon

monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathingcarbon monoxide cancause headache,

fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,

nausea,fainting or death.

• OperategeneratorONLYoutdoors.

• Installa batteryoperatedcarbonmonoxidealarmnearthe

bedrooms.

Keepexhaustgas from entering a confined areathrough

windows, doors, ventilation intakes,or other openings.

DO NOTstart or run engine indoors or in an enclosedarea,

(even if windows and doors areopen), including the generator

compartment of arecreationalvehicle (RV).

_i, WARNING Theengine exhaustfrom this product

contains chemicals known to the State of California to

causecancer, birth defects,or other reproductive harm.

_i, WARNING Certain componentsin this product and

relatedaccessoriescontain chemicals known to the State

of Californiato causecancer, birth defects or other

reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

_i, WARNING Starter cord kickback(rapid retraction)can

result in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pull handand

,_ rm toward enginefaster thanyou can let go.

Broken bones,fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

• Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowlyuntilresistanceisfelt

andthenpullrapidlytoavoidkickback.

• NEVERstartor stopenginewithelectricaldevicespluggedin

andturnedon.

_i, WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage.

")JIh Failure to isolate generator from power utility can

result in death or injury to electric utility workers

due to backfeed of electrical energy.

• When using generatorfor backup power, notify utility company.

Useapproved transfer equipment to isolate generator from

electric utility.

• Usea ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)in any damp or

highly conductive area,such asmetal deckingor steel work.

• DO NOTtouch barewires or receptacles.

• DO NOTuse generatorwith electrical cords which areworn,

frayed,bare or otherwise damaged.

• DO NOToperate generatorin the rain or wet weather.

• DO NOThandle generatoror electricalcords while standing in

water, while barefoot,or while hands or feet arewet.

• DO NOTallow unqualified personsor children to operate or

servicegenerator.

_i, WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely

flammable and explosive.

J[l_, _ Fire or explosion can cause severe burns

or death.

WHENADDING OR DRAININGFUEL

• Turn generatorOFFand let it cool at least2 minutes before

removing fuel cap. Loosencap slowly to relievepressure in

tank.

• Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.

• DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.

• Iffuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,and

other ignition sources.

• DONOTlight a cigaretteor smoke.

WHENSTARTINGEQUIPMENT

• Ensurespark plug, muffler,fuel cap,and air cleanerarein place.

• DO NOTcrank enginewith spark plug removed.

WHENOPERATINGEQUIPMENT

• DONOTtip engine or equipmentat anglewhich causes fuel to

spill.

• This generator is not for use in mobile equipment or marine

applications.

WHENTRANSPORTINGOR REPAIRINGEQUIPMENT

• Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff valve

OFF.

• Disconnectspark plug wire.

WHENSTORINGFUELOR EQUIPMENTWITH FUELIN TANK

• Store awayfrom furnaces, stoves,water heaters,clothes

dryers, or other appliancesthat have pilot light or other ignition

source becausethey can ignitefuel vapors.

A WARNING:

This generatordoes not meet U. S. CoastGuard Regulation

33CFR-183and should not beusedon marineapplications.

Failureto usethe appropriate U. S. CoastGuardapproved

generator could result in death or serious injury and/or

property damage.

_i, WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in

serious burns.

Exhaust heat/gases can ignite

combustibles, structures or damage

fuel tank causing a fire.

• DO NOTtouch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to cool beforetouching.

• Keepat least5 feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sidesof

generator including overhead.

• It is aviolation of California Public Resource Code,Section

4442, to use or operate the engineon anyforest-covered,

brush-covered, or grass-covered land unlessthe exhaust

system is equipped with aspark arrester, as defined in Section

4442, maintained in effective working order. Other statesor

federal jurisdictions mayhave similar laws.

Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer

to obtain a sparkarrester designed for the exhaust system

installed on this engine.

• Replacement parts must bethe sameand installed in the same

position asthe original parts.

_i, WARNING Unintentional sparking can result in fire or

_ electric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGOR MAKINGREPAIRSTO YOURGENERATOR

• Disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug and place

the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

• Use approvedspark plugtester.

• DO NOTcheckfor spark with spark plug removed.

_i, WARNING Starter and other rotating parts can

entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories.

• NEVERoperate generator without protective housing or covers.

• DO NOTwear looseclothing, jewelry or anythingthat may be

caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

• Tie up long hairand removejewelry.

_i, CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds increase

risk of injury and damage to generator.

Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.

• DO NOTtamper with governedspeed. Generatorsupplies

correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed

speed.

• DO NOTmodify generator inany way.

NOTICE Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity

can damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to

it.

• DO NOTexceedthe generator's wattage/amperage capacity. See

Don't OverloadGeneratorin the Operationsection.

• Start generator and letengine stabilize beforeconnecting

electrical loads.

• Connectelectrical loads in OFFposition, thenturn ONfor

operation.

• Turn electricalloads OFFand disconnectfrom generator before

stopping generator.

NOTICE Improper treatment of generator can damage it

and shorten its life.

• Use generatoronly for intendeduses.

• If you havequestions about intended use,ask dealeror contact

local service center.

• Operategenerator only on levelsurfaces.

• DO NOTexposegenerator to excessivemoisture, dust, dirt, or

corrosive vapors.

• DO NOTinsert any objects through cooling slots.

• If connected devicesoverheat, turn them off anddisconnect them

from generator.

• Shut off generator if:

-electrical output is lost;

-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;

-unit vibrates excessively.

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Assembly

Your generator requiressome assembly and is readyfor use

after it hasbeen properly servicedwith the recommended

fuel and oil.

If you haveany problemswith the assemblyof your generator,

pleasecallthe generatorhelplineat (800} 743-4115. If calling

for assistance,pleasehavethe model, revision,and serial

numberfrom the identificationlabel available.SeeGenerator

ControlsandFeaturesfor identification labellocation.

UnpackGenerator

1. Setthe carton on a rigid, flat surface.

2. Removeeverything from carton exceptgenerator.

3. Opencarton completely by cutting eachcorner from

top to bottom.

4. Leavegeneratoron carton to install wheel kit.

The generatoris suppliedwith:

• Operator's manual

• Batteryfloat charger

• Oil bottle

• Wheelkit

Install Wheel Kit

NOTE:Wheelkit is not intendedfor over-the-road use.

You will needthe following tools to install these

components:

• 7/16" and 13 mm wrenches

• Socketwrench with 7/16" and13 mm sockets

• Pliers

• Safetyglasses

Install the wheel kit as follows:

1. Tip generatorso that engine end is up.

2. Slide axle (A) through both mounting brackets.

3. Placea wheel (B) on eachside as shown below.

4. Placea washer (C) on axleand then placean e-ring (D)

in axlegroove.

_i, CAUTION E-rings can causeeye injury.

E-rings can spring back and becomeairborne

when installing or removing.

• Alwaysweareyeprotectionwheninstalling/removinge-rings.

5. Install e-ring with pliers, squeezingfrom top of e-ring

to bottom of axle.

6. Repeatsteps 4 and 5 to secure second wheel.

7. Tip generatorso that engine side is down.

8. Attachthevibration mounts (E)to the supportleg (F)

with 1/4-20 x 1" capscrews(G) and 1/4-20 lock nuts (H).

9. Removeexisting Iocknut from left unit vibration mount

with 13mm wrench. Use same Iocknut to attach

support leg.

10. Attach other side of support leg with aM8 x 20 mm

capscrew (J) and M8 lock nut (K).

11. Return generatorto normal operating position (resting

on wheels and support leg).

Add Engine Oil

1. Placegeneratoron aflat, levelsurface.

2. Cleanarea around oil fill and removeyellow oil fill cap.

3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of

provided oil bottle into oil fill opening.

NOTICE Improper treatment of generator can damage it

and shorten its life.

• DO NOTattempt to crank or start the engine beforeit has been

properly servicedwith the recommended oil.This may result in an

enginefailure.

4. Replaceoil fill cap and fully tighten.

Add Fuel

Fuel mustmeet theserequirements:

• Clean,fresh, unleadedgasoline.

• A minimum of 87 octane/87AKI (91 RON).Forhigh

altitude use, seeHigh Altitude.

• Gasolinewith up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to

15% MTBE(methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.

NOTICE Avoid generatordamage.

Failureto follow Operator's Manualfor fuel

recommendations voids warranty.

• DONOTuseunapprovedgasolinesuchasE85.

• DONOTmixoil in gasoline.

• DONOTmodifyengineto runonalternatefuels.

Toprotectthe fuelsystemfrom gum formation, mix in a fuel

stabilizerwhenaddingfuel. SeeStorage.All fuel is not the

same.If you experiencestarting or performanceproblems after

usingfuel, switch to adifferentfuel provideror changebrands.

This engineiscertifiedto operateon gasoline.Theemission

control systemfor this engineis EM(EngineModifications).

_i, WARNING Fueland its vapors areextremely

flammable and explosive.

Fireor explosioncan causesevere burns

or death.

WHENADDINGFUEL

• Turn generatorOFFand let it cool at least2 minutes before

removing fuel cap. Loosencap slowly to relievepressure in

tank.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors.

• DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.

• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,and

other ignition sources.

• DONOTlight a cigarette or smoke.

1. Cleanarea around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

2. Slowly add unleadedgasoline (A) to fuel tank (B). Be

careful not to overfill. Allow about 1.5" (4 cm) of tank

space (C)for fuel expansion.

3. Install fuel capand let anyspilled fuel evaporatebefore

starting engine.

HighAltitude

At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum

85 octane/ 85 AKI (89 RON)gasoline is acceptable.To

remain emissions compliant, high altitudeadjustment is

required. Operationwithout this adjustment will cause

decreasedperformance, increasedfuel consumption, and

increasedemissions. Seean authorized dealerfor high

altitude adjustment information. Operationof the engine at

altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with the high altitude

kit is not recommended.

Attach Negative Battery Cable

Your unit is equippedwith electric start capability, but canbe

started manually. If you choose not to use the electric start

feature,you do not needto connect the negative battery

cable.

Thesealedbattery on the generatorpre-installed exceptfor

the negative (black) batterycable.

_i, WARNING Batteryposts, terminals and related

accessoriescontain leadand leadcompounds - chemicals

known to the State of Californiato cause cancerand

reproductiveharm. Washhandsafter handling.

To install:

1. Cut off tie wrap securing looseend of negative (black)

cable.

2. Removescrew (D), lock washer(E) and flat washer (F)

on negativebattery terminal.

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3. Slide lock washer,flat washer andnegativebattery

cable (G) over screw.

4. Reattachscrew to negative batteryterminal and tighten.

5. Verify that connectionsto batteryand generator are

tight and secure.

NOTE:Chargeprior to usefollowing the instructions in the

section Battery Float Charger.

SystemGround

Thegenerator hasa system ground thatconnects the

generatorframe componentsto the ground terminals on the

ACoutput receptacles.Thesystem ground is connected to

the ACneutral wire (the neutral is bonded to the generator

frame).

Special Requirements

Theremay beFederalor State OccupationalSafetyand

Health Administration (OSHA)regulations, local codes, or

ordinances that applyto the intended useof the generator.

Pleaseconsult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or

the local agency havingjurisdiction:

• Insome areas,generators are requiredto be registered

with local utility companies.

• If the generator is used at a construction site, there

may be additional regulations which must be observed.

Connecting to a Building'sElectricalSystem

Connectionsfor standby powerto a building's electrical

system must be made bya qualified electrician. The

connection must isolate the generator power from utility

power or other alternative power sources and must comply

with all applicablelaws and electrical codes.

_i, WARNING Generatorproduces hazardousvoltage.

"),llh Failureto isolate generatorfrom power utility can

result in death or injury to electric utility workers

due to backfeedof electrical energy.

• Whenusinggeneratorfor backuppower,notifyutilitycompany.

Useapprovedtransferequipmentto isolategeneratorfrom

electricutility.

• Useagroundfaultcircuitinterrupter(GFCI)in anydampor

highlyconductivearea,suchasmetaldeckingor steelwork.

• DONOTtouchbarewiresor receptacles.

• DONOTusegeneratorwithelectricalcordswhichareworn,

frayed,bareor otherwisedamaged.

• DONOToperategeneratorintherainorwetweather.

• DONOThandlegeneratoror electricalcordswhilestandingin

water,whilebarefoot,or whilehandsorfeetarewet.

• DONOTallowunqualifiedpersonsor childrento operateor

servicegenerator.

GeneratorLocation

Clearancesand Air Movement

_i, WARNING Exhaustheat/gases can ignite

combustibles, structures or damagefuel tank

causing a fire.

• Keepat least5 ft. (152 cm) clearanceon all sidesof generator

including overhead.

Placegeneratoroutdoors in anareathat will not accumulate

deadlyexhaust gas. DONOTplacegeneratorwhere exhaust

gas (A) could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a

potentially occupied building. Ensureexhaust gas is kept

awayfrom any windows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other

openings that canallow exhaustgasto collect in aconfined

area.Prevailingwinds and air currents should betaken into

consideration when positioning generator.

Using a generator indoors CAN KiLL YOU iN MINUTES,

Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide, This is

a poison you cannot see or smeJJ,

V V

NEVER use insidea home

or garage, EVENiF doors

and windowsareopen,

OnJy use OUTSIDE and

far away from windows,

doors, and vents,

FeaturesandControls

Readthis Operator'sManual and safetyrules beforeoperatingyourgenerator.

Comparethe illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and

adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference.

A- FuelTank -- Capacityof seven(7) U.S.gallons (26.5 L).

B- 120 Volt AC,20 Amp, DuplexReceptacles -- May be

usedto supply electrical power for the operation of

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single phase, 60 Hzelectrical,

lighting, appliance,tool, and motor loads.

C- CircuitBreakers(AC)-- Push-to-reset circuit breakers

are providedto protect generatoragainst electrical

overload.

D - 120/240 Volt AC,30 AmpLockingReceptacle-- May

be usedto supply electrical power for the operation of

120 and/or 240 Volt AC,30 Amp, single phase,60 I-Iz

electrical, lighting, appliance,tool and motor loads.

E - GroundingFastener-- Consultyour local agency having

jurisdiction for grounding requirements in your area.

F - IdentificationLabel-- Providesmodel, revision, and

serial number of generator. Pleasehavethese readily

availablewhen calling for assistance.

G - Spark Attester Muffler -- Exhaustmuffler lowers engine

noise and is equipped with a spark arrester screen.

H - AirCleaner-- Protectsengineby filtering dust and

debris out of intake air.

J - ChokeLever -- Usedwhen starting a cold engine.

Items NotShown:

BatteryFloatChargerJack -- Use batteryfloat charger to

keepthe starting battery chargedand readyfor use.

Engine Identification -- Provides model, type andcode of

engine. Pleasehavethese readilyavailableif calling for

assistance.

Engine Rocker Switch -- Set this switch to "On" before

using recoil starter. Setswitch to "Off" to stop engine.

Fuel Valve -- Usedto turn fuel supply on andoff to engine.

Oil Drain Plug -- Drainengine oil here.

Oil Fill Cap-- Checkand fill engine with oil here.

Recoil Starter -- Usedto start the engine.

Start Button-- Push and hold in start position for a

maximum of 15 seconds during eachstart attempt, until

engine starts.

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CordSetsandReceptacles

Use only high quality, well-insulated, grounded extension

cords with the generator's 120 Volt duplex receptacle.

Inspect extensioncords before eachuse.

Checkthe ratings of all extensioncords beforeyou use

them. Extensioncord sets usedshould be ratedfor 125 Volt

ACloads at 20 Amps or greaterfor most electrical devices.

Somedevices, however, may not require this type of

extension cord. Checkthe operator's manuals of those

devicesfor the manufacturer's recommendations.

Keepextension cords asshort aspossible to minimize

voltage drop.

_k WARNING Overloadedelectrical cords can overheat,

arc, and burn resulting in death, bodily injury,

and/or property damage.

• ONLYusecordsratedfor yourloads.

• Followallsafetiesonelectricalcords.

120/240 Volt AC,30 Amp, LockingReceptacle

Use a NEIVIAL14-30 plug with this receptacle.Connecta

4-wire cord set ratedfor 250 Volt AC loadsat 30 Amps (or

greater). You can usethe same4-wire cord if you plan to

run a 120 Volt load.

4-Wire Cord Set

(Neutral)

Y(Hot) | X(Hot)

NEMA L14-30 /-71-7 Ground(Green)

This receptaclepowers 120/240 Volt AC, 60 Hz,single phase

loads requiring up to 6,200 watts of power (6.2 kW) at

25.8 Amps for 240 Volts or two independent120 Volt loads

at 25.8 Amps each.Theoutlet is protected by a push-to-

resetcircuit breaker.

NOTICE Receptacles may be marked with rating value

greater than generator output capacity.

• NEVERattempt to power a device requiring moreamperagethan

generator or receptaclecan supply.

• DONOToverloadthe generator.SeeDon't OverloadGenerator.

120 Volt AC,20 Amp, DuplexReceptacles

Bothduplex receptaclesare protected against overload by a

push-to-reset circuit breaker.

Useeachreceptacleto operate120 Volt AC,single-phase,

60 Hz electricalloads requiring up to 2,400 watts (2.4 kW) at

20 Amps of current. Usecord setsthat are ratedfor 125 Volt

ACloads at 20 Amps (or greater). Inspect cord sets before

eachuse.

BatteryFloatCharger

Use battery float chargerjack to keepthe starting battery

chargedand readyfor use. Batterycharging should be done

in a dry location, such asinside a garage.

1. Plug chargerinto unit's "Battery FloatCharger"jack,

which is located next to the start switch. Plug battery

charger into a 120 Volt ACwall receptacle.

2. Unplug charger from unit and wall outlet when

generator is being started and while it is in operation.

3. Keepthis charger plugged in when generator is not in

useto prolong battery life. The chargerhas a built in

float equalizerand will not overchargethe battery, even

when plugged in for an extended period of time.

IMIPORTANT:SeeBattery Maintenancefor additional

information.

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Operation

Starting the Engine

IMPORTANT:Always unplug the battery float charger before

starting the generator.

Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Usethe

following start instructions:

1. Make sure unit is on a levelsurface.

IMPORTANT:Failureto start and operate the unit on a level

surfacewill causethe unit not to start or shut down during

operation.

2. Turn the fuel valve to the "On" position. Thefuel valve

handle should be vertical (pointing toward the ground)

for fuel to flow.

3. Push choke leverto "Choke" position (1_,1).

4. Pushengine rocker switch to "On".

5A. Forelectricstarting, push and hold the start button in

start position until generatorstarts. To prolong the life

of starter components, DONOThold start switch in

start position for more than 15 seconds, and pausefor

at least 1 minute betweenstarting attempts.

• If engine starts, proceedto step 7.

• If engine fails to start, proceedto step 6.

NOTE:If battery is discharged, use manualstarting

instructions.

5B. Formanualstarting, grasp recoil handle and pull

slowly until slight resistanceis felt. Then pull rapidly

one time only to start engine.

_i, WARNING Starter cord kickback(rapid retraction) can

II result in bodily injury. Kickbackwill pull handand

,11_ arm toward enginefasterthan you can let go.

Broken bones,fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

• Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowlyuntilresistanceisfelt

andthenpull rapidlytoavoidkickback.

• NEVERstartor stopenginewithelectricaldevicespluggedin

andturnedon.

• If engine starts, proceedto step 7.

• If engine fails to start, proceedto step 6.

Move choke leverto "Half" choke position, and pull

recoil handletwice.

• If engine fails to start, repeatsteps 5 thru 7.

7. Slowly move choke leverto "Run" position (1_,1).If

engine falters, move choke leverto "Half" choke

position until engine runs smoothly, andthen to "Run"

position (l÷l).

IMPORTANT:If engine floods, placechoke lever in "Run"

position (It i) and crank until engine starts.

NOTE:If engine starts after 3 pulls but fails to run, or if unit

shuts down during operation, makesure unit is on a level

surface and checkfor proper oil level in crankcase.This unit

may be equippedwith a low oil protection device.If so, oil

must be at proper levelfor engine to start.

_i, WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in

serious burns.

Exhaust heat/gases can ignite

combustibles, structures or damage

fuel tank causing a fire.

• DO NOTtouch hot parts andAVOIDhot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to cool beforetouching.

• Keepat least5 feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sides of

generator including overhead.

• It is a violation of California Public Resource Code,Section

4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,

brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust

system is equipped with aspark arrester, as defined in Section

4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or

federaljurisdictions may havesimilar laws.

Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer

to obtain aspark arrester designedfor the exhaust system

installed on this engine.

• Replacement parts must bethe sameand installed in the same

position asthe original parts.

Connecting Electrical Loads

1. Let engine stabilizeand warm up for a few minutes

after starting.

2. Plug in andturn on the desired 120 and/or 240 Volt AC,

single phase, 60 Hzelectrical loads.

NOTE:

• DONOTconnect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt duplex

receptacles.

• DONOTconnect 3-phaseloads to the generator.

• DONOTconnect 50 Hzloads to the generator.

• DONOTOVERLOADTHEGENERATOR.SeeDon't

OverloadGenerator.

NOTICE Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity

can damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to

it.

• DO NOTexceedthe generator's wattage/amperage capacity. See

Don't OverloadGeneratorin the Operationsection.

• Start generator and letengine stabilize beforeconnecting

electrical loads.

• Connectelectrical loads in OFFposition, thenturn ONfor

operation.

• Turn electricalloads OFFand disconnectfrom generatorbefore

stopping generator.

Stopping the Engine

1. Turn OFFand unplug all electrical loadsfrom generator

panel receptacles.NEVERstart or stop enginewith

electrical devicesplugged in andturned ON.

2. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to

stabilize internaltemperatures of engine and generator.

3. Push engine rocker switch to "Off" position.

_i, WARNING Backfire,fire or enginedamagecould

occur.

• DONOTstop engineby moving choke control to "Choke"

position (1_1).

4. Move fuel valve to "Off" position.

Warm Weather Operation

This generatorengine is equippedwith WeatherGuard,an

innovativefeature to preventcarburetor icing in cold weather

conditions. WeatherGuardhas beenengineeredto operatein

all weather conditions. However,product performancecan be

increasedwhen operatingthe generator solely in warm

weather by removing the WeatherGuardshield (A).

Removethe two nuts (B) and loosenthe fastener(C) as

shown. Store shield andfasteners for future coldweather

operation.

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Don't Overload Generator

Capacity

You must make sureyour generator cansupply enough

rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you

will power at the same time. Follow these simple steps:

1. Selectthe itemsyou will power at the same time.

2. Total the rated(running) watts of these items. This is

the amount of power your generator must produce to

keepyour items running. SeeWattageReferenceGuide.

3. Estimatehow many surge (starting) watts you will need.

Surge wattageis the short burst of power neededto

start electric motor-driven tools or appliancessuch asa

circular saw or refrigerator. Becausenot all motors start

atthe sametime, total surgewatts can beestimatedby

adding only the item(s) with the highest additionalsurge

watts to thetotal ratedwatts from step 2.

Example:

Tool orAppliance

Window Air

Conditioner

Refrigerator

DeepFreezer

Television

Light (75 Watts)

Rated (Running)

Watts

1200

800

500

3075 Total

Running Watts

AdditionalSurge

(Starting)Watts

1800

1600

5OO

1800 Highest

SurgeWatts

Total Rated(Running) Watts = 3075

HighestAdditional Surge Watts = 1800

Total GeneratorOutput Required =4875

Power Management

To prolong the life of your generatorand attacheddevices, it

is important to take carewhen adding electrical loadsto your

generator. Thereshould be nothing connectedto the

generator outlets before starting its engine.Thecorrect and

safe way to managegeneratorpower isto sequentiallyadd

loads asfollows:

1. With nothing connectedto the generator,start the

engine asdescribed inthis manual.

2. Plug in andturn on the first load, preferablythe largest

load you have.

3. Permit the generatoroutput to stabilize (engine runs

smoothly and attacheddeviceoperates properly).

4. Plug in andturn on the next load.

5. Again, permit the generatorto stabilize.

6. Repeatsteps 4 and5for eachadditional load.

NEVERadd more loads than the generatorcapacity.Take

special careto consider surge loads in generator capacity,as

described above.

Wattage ReferenceGuide

Rated*

Tool or Appliance

Essentials

Light Bulb - 75 watt

DeepFreezer

Sump Pump

Refrigerator/Freezer- 18 cf

Water Well Pump- 1/3 hp

Heating/Cooling

Window AC- 10,000 BTU

Window Fan

FurnaceFanBlower- 1/2 hp

Kitchen

Microwave Oven- 1000 Watt

CoffeeMaker

Electric Stove - Single Element

Hot Plate

Family Room

DVD/CDPlayer

VCR

Stereo Receiver

Color Television- 27 in

PersonalComputer w/17 in

monitor

Other

Security System

AM/FM Clock Radio

GarageDoor Opener- 1/2 hp

ElectricWater Heater- 40 gallon

DIY/JobSite

Quartz HalogenWork Light

Airless Sprayer- 1/3 hp

Reciprocating Saw

Electric Drill- 1/2 hp

Circular Saw - 7-1/4 in

MiterSaw- 10 in

TablePlaner- 6 in

TableSaw/RadialArm Saw- 10in

Air Compressor - 1-1/2 hp

* Wattageslisted areapproximate only.

appliancefor actual wattage.

(Running)

Watts

Additional

Surge

(Starting)

Watts

500 500

800 1200

800 1600

1000 2000

1200 1800

300 600

800 1300

1000

1500

2500

100

450

500

800

180

300

480 520

4000

1000

600 1200

960 960

1000 1000

1500 1500

1800 1800

2000 2000

2500 2500

Checktool or

Maintenance

MaintenanceSchedule

Follow the hourly or calendarintervals, whichever occurs

first. More frequent serviceis required when operating in

adverseconditions noted below.

• Changeengine oil

• Cleandebris

• Checkengineoil level

• Service engineair cleaner'

• Changeengine oiP

• Service spark plug

• Inspect muffler and spark arrester

• Cleancooling system'

• Checkvalve clearance

Replace more often under dirty or dusty conditions.

GeneralRecommendations

Regular maintenancewill improve the performance and

extend the life of the generator. Seean authorized dealerfor

service.

Thegenerator's warranty doesnot cover items that have

been subjectedto operator abuseor negligence.To receive

full valuefrom the warranty, the operator must maintain the

generator asinstructed inthis manual.

Someadjustments will needto be made periodically to

properly maintain your generator.

All serviceand adjustments should be made at least once

eachseason.Follow the requirementsin the Maintenance

Schedulechart above.

NOTE:Oncea year you should cleanor replacethe spark

plug and replacethe air filter. A new spark plug and cleanair

filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and helpyour engine run

better and last longer.

EmissionsControl

Maintenance, replacement,or repair of theemissions

controldevicesand systemsmay beperformedby any

non-roadengine repair establishmentor individual.

However,to obtain "no charge" emissions control service,

the work must be performed by a factory authorizeddealer.

Seethe Emissions Warranty.

GeneratorMaintenance

Generatormaintenanceconsists of keepingthe unit clean

and dry. Operateand store the unit in a clean dry

environment where it will not be exposedto excessivedust,

dirt, moisture, or any corrosive vapors. Coolingair slots in

the generator must not become cloggedwith snow, leaves,

or any other foreign material.

NOTE:DONOTusewater or other liquids to clean generator.

Liquids canenter enginefuel system, causing poor

performance and/or failure to occur. In addition, if liquid

enters generatorthrough cooling air slots, some of the liquid

will be retainedin voids and cracksof the rotor and stator

winding insulation. Liquid and dirt buildup on the generator

internal windings will eventuallydecreasethe insulation

resistanceof these windings.

Cleaning

Dailyor before use, look around and underneaththe

generatorfor signs of oil or fuel leaks. Cleanaccumulated

debris from inside and outside the generator. Keepthe

linkage, spring and other engine controls clean. Inspect

cooling air slots and openings on generator.These openings

must be kept clean and unobstructed.

Engine parts should be kept cleanto reducethe risk of

overheating and ignition of accumulateddebris:

• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

NOTICE Improper treatment of generator can damage it

and shorten its life.

• DO NOTexposegenerator to excessivemoisture, dust, dirt, or

corrosive vapors.

• DONOTinsert any objects through cooling slots.

• Use a soft bristle brush to loosen cakedon dirt or oil.

• Use a vacuum cleanerto pick up loose dirt and debris.

BatteryMaintenance

Otherthan float charging, described elsewhere,no

maintenanceis requiredfor the starting battery. Keepthe

battery and terminals cleanand dry.

IMPORTANT:Batterycharging should be performed in adry

location, such as inside a garage.

A. WARNING Batteryposts, terminals and related

accessoriescontain leadand leadcompounds - chemicals

known to the State of Californiato cause cancerand

reproductiveharm. Washhandsafter handling.

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EngineMaintenance

A. WARNING Unintentionalsparking can result in fire or

_ electric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGORMAKINGREPAIRSTOYOUR

GENERATOR

• Disconnectthesparkplugwirefromthesparkplugandplace

thewirewhereit cannotcontactsparkplug.

WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

• Useapprovedsparkplugtester.

• DONOTcheckfor sparkwith sparkplugremoved.

Oil

Oil Recommendations

We recommendthe useof Briggs & Stratton Warranty

Certified oils for best performance.Otherhigh-quality

detergent oils are acceptableif classified for serviceSF, SG,

SH, SJ or higher. DONOTuse specialadditives.

Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for

the engine. Usethe chart to select the best viscosity for the

outdoor temperature range

104

-4

-22

expected.

°C

o__"_ 20304010

-10

-20

-30

* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE30 will result in hard starting.

** Above 80°F (27°C) the useof 10W30 may causeincreased oil

consumption. Checkoil level more frequently.

NOTE:Synthetic oil meeting ILSACGF-2,API

certification mark and API servicesymbol with

"SJ/CF ENERGYCONSERVING"or higher, is an

O cceptableoil at alltemperatures. Useof synthetic

oil does not alter required oil changeintervals.

CheckingOil Level

Oil level should be checked prior to eachuseor at least

every 8 hours of operation. Keepoil levelmaintained.

1. Make sure generator is on a levelsurface.

2. Cleanarea around oil fill and removeoil fill cap.

3. Verify oil is at the point of overflowing at oil fill

opening.

4. Replaceand tighten oil fill cap.

AddingEngineOil

1. Make sure generatoris on alevelsurface.

2. Checkoil levelas described in CheckingOilLevel

3. If needed,slowly pour oil into oil fill opening to the

point of overflowing at oil fill.

4. Replaceand tighten oil fill cap.

ChangingEngineOil

If you are usingyour generator under extremely dirty or

dusty conditions, or in extremelyhot weather, changethe oil

more often.

A. CAUTION Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact

with used motor oil.

• Used motor oil has beenshown to cause skin cancer in certain

laboratory animals.

• Thoroughly wash exposed areaswith soap and water.

KEEPOUTOFREACHOFCHILDREN.DON'T

POLLUTE.CONSERVERESOURCES.RETURN

USEDOIL TOCOLLECTIONCENTERS.

Changethe oil while the engine is still warm from running,

asfollows:

Make sure unit is on alevelsurface.

Disconnectthe spark plug wire from the sparkplug and

placethe wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

Cleanarea around oil drain plug (A). The oil drain plug

is located at baseof engine,opposite carburetor.

Removeoil drain plug and drain oil completely into a

suitable container.

Reinstall oil drain plug and tighten securely.Removeoil

fill cap.

Slowly pour oil (about 28 oz.) into oil fill opening (B) to

the point of overflowing (C) at oil fill cap. DONOT

overfill.

Reinstall oil fill cap. Fingertighten cap securely.

Wipe up anyspilled oil.

ServiceAirCleaner

Your enginewill not run properly and may be damaged if

you run it with a dirty air cleaner. Replacemore often if

operating under dirty or dusty conditions.

To servicethe air cleaner,follow thesesteps:

1. Loosen screws (D) and remove air cleanercover (E).

Service Spark Plug

Changingthe spark plugwill helpyour engine to start easier

and run better.

1. Cleanarea around spark plug.

2. Removeand inspect spark plug.

3. Checkelectrode gapwith wire feeler gauge and reset

spark plug gap to recommended gap if necessary(see

Specifications).

2. Carefully removecartridge (F) from base(G).

3. Install clean(or new) air cleanerassembly insidecover.

Disposeof old filter properly.

4. Assembleair cleanercover onto baseand tighten

screws.

4. Replacespark plugif electrodesare pitted, burned or

porcelain is cracked. Use the recommended

replacementspark plug. SeeSpecifications.

5. Install spark plug and tighten firmly.

InspectMuffler and Spark Arrester

Inspect the muffler for cracks,corrosion, or other damage.

Removethe spark arrester, if equipped,and inspectfor

damageor carbon blockage. If replacementparts are

required, make sureto useonly original equipment

replacementparts.

_i, WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in

serious burns.

heat/gases can ignite

Exhaust

combustibles, structures or damage

fuel tank causing a fire.

• DO NOTtouch hot parts andAVOIDhot exhaust gases.

• Allow equipment to cool beforetouching.

• Keepat least5 feet (152 cm) of clearanceon all sides of

generator including overhead.

• It is a violation of California Public Resource Code,Section

4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,

brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the exhaust

system is equipped with aspark arrester, as defined in Section

4442, maintained in effective working order. Other states or

federaljurisdictions may havesimilar laws.

Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer

to obtain aspark arrester designedfor the exhaust system

installed on this engine.

• Replacement parts must bethe sameand installed in the same

position asthe original parts.

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To remove muffler heatshield (A) from muffler (B),

remove four screws that connect guardto muffler

bracket.

2. Removefour screws that attach spark arrester screen

(c).

3. Inspect screenand obtain a replacementif torn,

perforated or otherwise damaged. DONOTusea

defective screen.If screenis not damaged,clean it with

commercial solvent.

4. Reattachscreen and muffler guard.

Air CoolingSystem

Overtime debris may accumulate in cylinder cooling fins and

cannot be observedwithout partial engine disassembly. For

this reason,we recommendyou havean authorized service

dealer cleanthe cooling system (D) per recommended

intervals (see MaintenanceSchedulein beginning of

Maintenancesection). Equallyimportant is to keeptop of

engine freefrom debris. See CleanDebris.

CheckValve Clearance

Regularvalve clearancecheck and adjustment will improve

performance and extend enginelife.This procedure cannot

be done without partial engine disassemblyand the useof

special tools. Forthis reasonwe recommendthat you have

an authorized service dealercheck and adjustvalveclearance

at recommendedintervals (seeMaintenanceSchedulein the

Maintenancesection).

CarburetorAdjustment

Thecarburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped

with a non-adjustableidle mixture valve.Top speedhas been

set atthe factory. If adjustment is required,seean

authorized servicedealer.

_lL CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds increase

risk of injury and damage to generator.

Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.

• DO NOTtamper with governed speed. Generatorsupplies

correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed

speed.

• DO NOTmodify generator inany way.

Storage

Thegenerator should be started at least once every seven

days and allowed to run at least30 minutes. If this cannot be

done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days,use

the following guidelinesto prepare it for storage.

GeneratorStorage

• Cleanthe generator as outlined in Cleaning.

• Checkthat cooling air slots and openingson generator

are open and unobstructed.

LongTerm StorageInstructions

Fuelcan becomestale when stored over 30 days.Stalefuel

causesacid and gum deposits to form in the fuel system or

on essentialcarburetor parts. To keepfuel fresh, use Briggs

& Stratton FRESHSTART® fuel stabilizer, availableasa

liquid additive or a drip concentrate cartridge.

Thereis no needto drain gasolinefrom the engine if a fuel

stabilizer is added according to instructions. Runthe engine

for 2 minutes to circulate the stabilizerthroughout the fuel

system. The engine andfuel canthen be stored upto

24 months.

If gasoline in the engine hasnot beentreated with a fuel

stabilizer, it must be drained into an approvedcontainer. Run

the engine until it stops from lack of fuel. The useof a fuel

stabilizer in the storage container is recommendedto

maintain freshness.

_i, WARNING Fueland its vapors areextremely

flammable and explosive.

_ J

_, _ Fireor explosioncan causesevere burns

or death.

WHENSTORINGFUELOREQUIPMENTWITHFUELINTANK

• Store awayfrom furnaces, stoves, water heaters,clothes dryers

or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source

becausethey can ignite fuel vapors.

WHENDRAININGFUEL

• Turn generator OFFand let it cool at least2 minutes before

removing fuel cap. Loosencap slowly to relievepressure in

tank.

• Drain fuel tank outdoors.

• Keepfuel awayfrom sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,and

other ignition sources.

• DO NOTlight acigarette or smoke.

ChangeEngineOil

While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase.Refill

with recommendedgrade.See ChangingEngine Oil.

OtherStorageTips

1. DONOTstore fuel from one seasonto another unless it

has beentreated as described in Long TermStorage

Instructions.

2. Replacefuel container if it starts to rust. Rustand/or

dirt in fuel can causeproblems if it's usedwith this

unit.

3. Cover unit with a suitable protective coverthat does not

retain moisture.

_i, WARNING Storagecovers can be flammable.

• DONOTplaceastoragecoverovera hotgenerator.

• Letequipmentcoolfor a sufficienttimebeforeplacingthecover

ontheequipment.

4. Store generator in clean, dry area.

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