Briggs & Stratton 030239 Owner's manual

Brand: Briggs & Stratton

Model: 030239

Category: Power generators

Type: Owner's manual

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PORTAbLE GENERATOR

This generator is rated in accordance with CSA (CanadianStandards Association)

standard C22.2 No. 100-04 (motors and generators).

BRJGGS& STRATTONPOWER PRODUCTSGROUP, LLC

JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.

Manual No. 197561G3 (15750102000) Revision D (06/01/2009)

Thank youfor purchasingthis quality-built Briggs & Stratton generator.We are pleasedthat you've placedyour confidence in

the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operatedandmaintained according to the instructions in this manual,your Briggs &

Stratton generator will provide manyyears of dependableservice.

Thismanual contains safety information to makeyou awareof the hazardsand risks associatedwith generatorproducts and

how to avoidthem. 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 instructions for

future reference.

Thisgenerater requires final assembly befereuse. Referto the Assembly section of this manualfor instructions on final

assembly procedures. Followthe instructions completely.

Where te FindUs

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

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

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

Generater

Model Number

Revision

SerialNumber

Date Purchased

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Briggs & Stratton PowerProducts Group, LLC

900 North Parkway

Jefferson, Wl 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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Tableof Contents

Operation .................................... 11

Starting the Engine .......................................... 11

Connecting ElectricalLoads.................................... 11

Stopping the Engine.......................................... 11

Charginga Battery ........................................... 12

ColdWeather Operation....................................... 12

Don't OverloadGenerator ..................................... 14

Maintenance .................................. 15

GeneratorMaintenance....................................... 15

Engine Maintenance........................................... 15

Storage ................................................... 16

Troubleshooting ................................ 17

Warranty ..................................... 18

GeneratorOwnerWarranty .................................... 18

Specifications ................................. 2e

Product Specifications........................................ 20

Espafiol

OperatorSafety

Equipment Description

Readthis manual careMiyand become familiar

with yourgenerator. }(now itsapplications, its

mimitationsand any hazards invomved.

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 revolving field is

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

Safety Symbols and Meanings

ToxicFumes Kickback

Fire Explosion

ElectricalShock

Operator's Manual

NOTICE Exceedinggeneratorswattage/amperagecapacity

candamagegeneratorand/or electricaldevicesconnectedto

it.

, DONOTexceedthegenerator'swattage/amperagecapacity.See

Don'tOverioadGeneratorintheOperationsection.

Moving Parts FlyingObjects HotSurface

Everyeffort hasbeen madeto ensurethat the information in

this manualis both accurateandcurrent. However.the

manufacturer reservesthe right to change,alter or otherwise

improve the generatorand this documentation at anytime

without prior notice.

The EmissionControl System for this generator is warranted

for standardsset by the Environmental ProtectionAgency

and the California Air Resources Board.

MrnpertantSafety Mnfermatien

The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipateevery possible

circumstance that might involve a hazard.Thewarnings in

this manual,andthe tags and @cab affixedto the unit are.

therefore, not all-inclusive, if you usea procedure, work

method or operatingtechnique that the manufacturer does

not specifically recommend, you must satisfy yourself that it

is safe for you and others. You must also makesure that the

procedure, work methodor operating technique that you

choose does not renderthe generator unsafe.

ExplosivePressure ChemicalBurn

A The safety alertsymbol indicatesa potential personal

injury hazard A signal word (DANGER,WARNING,or

CAUTION)is usedwith the alert symbol to designatea

degreeor levelof hazardseriousness.A safety symbol may

be usedto representthetype of hazard.Thesignal word

NOT/CEis usedto address practicesnot relatedto personal

injury.

A DANGERindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided, will

result in deathor serious injury.

A WARNINGindicatesa hazardwhich, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

A CAUTIONindicates ahazardwhich, if not avoided, could

result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICEaddresspractices not relatedto personal injury.

A WARNING Theengine exhaustfrom this product

contains chemicals known to the Stateof Californiato

cause cancer,birth defects,or other reproductive harm.

A WARNING Certain components in this product and

relatedaccessoriescontain chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer,birth defects or other

reproductiveharm. Wash handsafter handling.

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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,

NEVER use inside a home

or garage, EVEN iF doors

and windows are open,

Onmyuse OUTSIDE and

far away from windows,

doors, and vents,

WARNENG Runningengine gives off carbon

monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathingcarbon monoxide cancause headache,

fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seizures,

nausea,fainting or death.

° OperategeneratorONLYoutdoors.

o 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 anddoors areopen), including the generator

compartment of arecreationalvehicle (RV).

WARNING Storage batteriesgive off exp!osive

hydrogengas during recharging.

Hydrogengasstays nearbatteryfor a

long time after batteryhasbeencharged.

Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and cause explosion.

You can be blinded or severelyinjured.

Batteryelectrolyte fluid contains acid and is extremely

caustic.

Contactwith batteryfluid will causeseverechemicalburns.

° DONOTallowanyopenflame,spark,heat,or fitcigarette

duringandfor severalminutesaftercharginga battery.

o Wearprotectivegoggles,rubberapron,andrubbergloves.

WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can

result in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and

i_ arm toward engine faster than you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result.

o When starting engine,pull cord slowly until resistanceisfelt

andthen pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

o NEVERstart or stop enginewith electricaldevices plugged in

andturned on.

WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage.

Failure to isolate generator from power utility can

result in death or injury to electric utility workers

due to backfeed of electrical energy.

o When using generator for 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 generator in the rain or wet weather.

° DO NOThandle generator or electricalcords while standing in

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

° DO NOTallow unqualified personsor children to operate or

servicegenerator.

WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely

flammable and explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns

or death.

WHENADDING ORDRAINING FUEL

Turn generator OFFand let it cool at least2 minutes before

removing fuel cap, Loosencap slowly to relievepressure in

tank.

* Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors.

o DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.

* if fuel spilis, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

Keep fuel awayfrom sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat,and

other ignition sources.

DONOTlight a cigaretteor smoke.

HNENSTARTINGEQUtPIVtENT

* Ensurespark plug, muffler,fuel cap,andair cleanerarein place.

* DO NOTcrank enginewith spark plugremoved.

WHENOPERATINGEQUiPIVtENT

o DONOTtip engine or equipmentat anglewhich causesfuel to

spill.

o This generator is not for use inmobile equipment or marine

WHENTRANSPORTING,lVtOVINGOR REPAiRiNG EQUIPIVtENT

° Transport/move/repair with fuel tank EMPTYor with fuel shutoff

valveOFF.

° DONOTtip engine or equipmentat anglewhich causesfuel to

spill.

o Disconnectspark plug wire.

WHENSTORINGFUELOR EQUIPIVtENTWITH FUEL iN TANK

o Store awayfrom furnaces, stoves,water heaters,clothes

dryers, or other appliancesthat havepilot light or other ignition

source becausethey can ignitefuel vapors.

WARNING

° This generator does not meet U. S. CoastGuardRegulation

33CFR-183andshould not beusedon marineapplications.

, Failureto usethe appropriate U. S. CoastGuard approved

generator could result in death or serious injury and/or

property damage.

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.

o Allow equipmentto cool beforetouching.

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

generator including overhead.

o it is a violation of California PuNic Resource Code,Section

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

brush-covered, or grass-covered land unlessthe exhaust

system is equipped with a spark attester, as defined in Section

4442, maintained in effective working order. Other statesor

federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.

Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer

to obtain a sparkattester designedfor the exhaust system

installed on this engine.

o Replacement parts must bethe sameand installed inthe same

position asthe original parts.

_. WARNING Unintentionalsparking can result in fire or

electric shock.

WHENADJUSTINGOR MAKINGREPNRS TO YOURGENERATOR

° Disconnectthe spark plug wire from the spark plug and place

the wire where it cannot contact spark plug_

WHENTESTINGFORENGINESPARK

° Use approved spark plug tester.

° DO NOTcheckfor spark with spark plug removed.

_. WARNENG Starter and other rotating parts can

entanglehands, hair, clothing, or accessories.

, NEVERoperate generator without protective housing or covers.

, DO NOTwear looseclothing, jewelry or anything that may be

caught in the starter or other rotating parts.

° Tie up long hair and removejewelry.

CAUTEON Excessively high operating speeds increase

risk of injury and damage to generator.

Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.

o DO NOTtamper with governedspeed. Generatorsupplies

correct rated frequencyandvoltage when running at governed

speed.

o DO NOTmodify generator in any way.

NOTICE Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity,

can damagegeneratorand/or electrical devices connected to

it.

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

Don't OverioadGeneratorin the Operationsection.

° Start generatorand letengine stabilize beforeconnecting

electrical loads.

, Connectelectrical loads in OFFposition, thenturn ONfor

operation.

, Turn electricalloads OFFand disconnect from generator before

stopping generator.

NOTICE improper treatment of generator candamageit

and shorten its fife.

o Use generator only for intendeduses.

o 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 and disconnect 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,

pleasecarlthe generatorhelplineat (808) 743o4115.if calling

for assistance,pleasehavethe model, revision,and serial

numberfrom the identificationlabel available.Seegenerator

Controlsand Featuresfor identification labellocation.

Unpack Generater

1. Setthe carton on a rigid, fiat surface.

2. Removeeverything from carton exceptgenerator.

3. Opencarton completely by cutting eachcorner from

top to bottom.

4. Leavegeneratoron carton to install wheel kit.

The generator is suppliedwith:

* Engineoil bottle

, Battery chargecables

° Operator's manual

° Engineoperator's manual

, Wheelkit

MnstatiWheeJ Kit

Thewheel kit is designedto greatly mprove the portability of

your generator.

NOTICE Wheelkit is not intendedfor over°the-roaduse.

You will needthe following tool to install these components:

, NeedleNose Priers

_nstall the wheel kit as follows:

1. Tip generator up onto handleend.

2. Slide axle (A) through both axlemounting brackets on

cradleframe.

Slide a fiat washer (B) and wheel (C) overthe axle.

Slide another fiat washer (B) overthe axle.

insert cotter pin (D) through hob on axle. Bendthe

ends of the cotter pin overthe axlewith a needle°nose

pliers to retain wheel.

Repeatstep 3 thru 5 to secure second wheel.

Tip generator backdown onto wheels.

Add Engine Oil

° Placegeneratoron a level surface.

NOTICE Anyattempt to crank or start the engine before it

has beenproperly filled with the recommendedoil will

result in equipment failure.

* Refertoenginemanualfor oilfill information.

* Damageto equipmentresultingfromfailuretofollowthis

instructionwillvoidwarranty.

° Referto engine operator's manual and follow oil

recommendations and instructions.

NOTICE Checkoil often during engine break-in. Referto

engine operator's manualfor recommendations.

Add Fuel

NOTICE Referto engine operator's manualand follow fuel

recommendations.

WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely

flammable and explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns

or death.

WHENADDING FUEL

° Turn generatorOFFand let it cool at bast 2 minutes before

removing fuel cap. Loosencap slowly to relievepressure in

tank

o Fill fuel tank outdoors.

o DONOToverfill tank. Allow spacefor fuel expansion.

° if fuel spills, wait until it evaporatesbefore starting engine.

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

other ignition sources.

- DONOTlight a cigaretteor smoke.

Cleanarea around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

Slowly add unleadedfuel (E)to fuel tank (F). Be careful

not to overfill. Allow about 1.5"of tank space (G) for

fuel expansion as shown.

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. r_.j f,-_.j

3. Install fuel capand let any spilledfuel evaporatebefore

starting engine.

GroundingFastener

Thegenerator neutral is floating, which meansthat the AC

stator winding is isolated from the grounding fastenerand

the ACreceptacleground pins. On a floating neutral

generatorthe AC receptacleground pins are not functional.

Electricaldevices, such asa GFCI,requiring a functioning AC

receptacleground pin will not operate.

Special Requirements

Theremay be Federal,local codes, or ordinancesthat apply

to the intendeduse of the generator. Pleaseconsult a

qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or the local agency

havingjurisdiction:

o in some areas,generators are requiredto be registered

with local utility companies.

o This generator hasa floating neutral and is not for use

on job sites requiring a bonded neutral.

Connecting te a Buiiding's Electrical System

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.

_, WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage,

Failure to isolate generator from power utility can

result in death or injury to electric utility workers

due to backfeed of electrical energy.

o When using generator for backup power, notify utility company,

Use approvedtransfer equipment to isolategeneratorfrom

electric utility.

o Use aground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)in any damp or

highly conductive area,such as metal deckingor steel work.

o DO NOTtouch bare wires or receptacles.

o DO NOTuse generatorwith electrical cords which areworn,

frayed, bareor otherwise damaged.

o DO NOToperate generator in the rain or wet weather.

o DO NOThandle generator or electricalcords while standing in

water, while barefoot,or while hands or feetare wet.

o DO NOTallow unqualified personsor children to operate or

servicegenerator.

Generater L0catien

Clearances and Air Mevement

WARNING Exhaustheat/gases can ignite

combustibles, structures or damagefuel tank

causing a fire.

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

including overhead.

Placegeneratoroutdoors in an areathat 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

openingsthat canallow exhaustgasto collect in a confined

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 poisonyou cannersee or smell,

°®.

NEVER use inside a home

or garage, EVEN JF doors

and windows are open°

OnJy use OUTSIDE and

far away from windows,

doors, and vents.

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Featuresand Controts

Readthis Operator'sManual and safetyrulesbefore operatingyourgenerator.

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

adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference.

A - FuelTank Capacityof 1.32 U.S.gallons !5.0 LL

B - Circuit Breaker (AC) A push-to-reset circuit breakeris

providedto protect the receptacleand generatoragainst

electrical overload.

C- 120 Volt AC, 15 Amp, DuplexReceptacle -- May be

usedto supply electrical power for the operation of

120 Volt AC, 15 Amp, single phase, 60 Hzelectrical,

lighting, appliance,tool, and motor loads.

D ° GroundingFastener Consultyour local agency having

jurisdiction for grounding requirements in your area.

E - 12 Volt DC,8.3 Amp Accessory Sacks May be used

to power 12 Volt DOelectrical devicesor recharge

12 Volt DObatteries.

F - Spark Arrestor Muffler Exhaustmuffler lowers engine

noise and is equipped with a spark arrester screen.

G - _dentificatioo Label- Providesmodel, revision, and

serial number of generator. Pleasehavethese readily

availablewhen calling for assistance.

H - Spark Plug Accessto engine spark plug.

3 - Air Cleaner Protectsengine by filtering dust and

debris out of intake air.

K =Choke Lever Usedwhen starting a cold engine.

L - Recoil Starter Usedto start the engine.

IVl- [:uei Valve-- Usedto turn fuel supply on and off to

engine.

1!° EngineSwitch Setthis switch to "On" beforeusing

recoil starter. Set switch to "Off" to stop engine.

items Not Shown:

EngineIdentification -- Provides model, type and code of

engine. Pleasehavethese readilyavailableif calling for

assistance.

0il Drain Plug -- Drainengine oil here.

Oil [:ill Cap-- Checkandfill engine with oil here.

Cord Sets and ReceptacJes

Use only high quality, weIHnsulated, 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 15 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.

WARNING Overloadedelectrical cords can overheat,

arc, and burn resulting in death, bodily injury,

and/or property damage.

. ONLYusecordsratedfor yourloads.

* Followailsafetiesonelectricalcords.

120 VeitAC, 15 Amp, Duplex Receptacle

Theduplex receptacleis protected againstoverload by a

_ush-to-reset circuit breaker.

Useeachreceptacleto operate120 Volt AC, single-phase,

60 Hz electricalloads requiring up to 1,800 watts (1,8 kW) at

15 Amps of current. Usecord setsthat are ratedfor 125 Volt

ACloads at 15 Amps (or greater).

NOTICE Receptacles may be marked with rating value

greater than generator output capacity.

, NEVERattempt to power adevice requiring more amperagethan

generator or receptaclecan supply.

* DONOToverloadthe generator.SeeDon't OverloadGenerator,

12 Volt DCAccessoryJack

These receptaclesallows you to rechargea 12 Volt

automotive or utility style storage battery with the battery

chargecable provided. Camping-style air pumps, lanterns,

fans, or other 12 Volt devices havinga cigarettelighter-type

plug may also be poweredby these outlets.

Thesereceptaclescan not recharge6 Volt batteriesand can

not be usedto crank an engine havinga discharged battery.

See Charginga Batter}/before attempting to rechargea

battery,

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Starting the Engine

Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Usethe

following start instructions:

1. Make sure unit is on a levelsurface.

HOTICE Failureto start and operatethe unit on a level

surfacewill causethe unit not to start or shut down during

operation.

2. Turn fuel valve (A) to "Open" position (fully clockwise).

Placethe engine switch (B) in the "On" position.

4. Start engine according to instructions given in the

engine operator's manual.

WARNING Starter cord kickbackcrapid retractiom can

result in bodily injury, Kickbackwill pull hand and

_ armtoward enginefasterthan you can let go,

Broken bones,fractures, bruises, or sprains

could result,

o Whenstartingengine,pullcordslowlyuntilresistanceisfelt

andthenpullrapidlytoavoidkickback,

o NEVERstartor stopenginewith electricaldevicespluggedin

andturnedon,

NOTICE if engine starts after 3 pulls, butfails to run for

more than 10 seconds, checkfor proper oil levelin

crankcase,This unit may beequipped with a low oil

protection device.Seeengine operator's manual.

WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in

serious burns.

Exhaustheat/gases can ignite

combustibles, structures or damage

fuel tank causing a fire.

, DONOTtouchhotpartsandAVOIDhotexhaustgases,

* Mow equipmentto coolbeforetouching,

* Keepatbast5 feet(152cm)of clearanceonall sidesof

generatorincludingoverhead,

* it isaviolationofCaliforniaPuNicResourceCode,Section

4442,to useor operatetheengineonanyforest-covered,

brush-covered,or grass-coveredlandunlesstheexhaust

systemisequippedwith asparkattester,asdefinedinSection

4442,maintainedin effectiveworkingorder,Otherstatesor

federaljurisdictionsmayhavesimilarlaws,

Contacttheoriginalequipmentmanufacturer,retailer,or dealer

toobtainasparkattesterdesignedfor theexhaustsystem

installedonthis engine,

* Replacementpartsmustbethesameandinstalledinthesame

positionastheoriginalparts,

Cennecting Electrical Leads

1. Let engine stabilizeand warm up for a few minutes

after starti%

2. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 Volt AC,single

phase, 60 Hzelectrical loads.

HOT/CE

° DONOTconnect 240 Volt loadsto the 120 Volt dupbx

receptacle.

DONOTconnect 3-phaseloadsto the generator.

o DONOTconnect 50 Hz loadsto the generator.

o DONOTOVERLOADTHEGENERATOR,See Don't

OverloadGenerator.

NOTICE Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity

can damagegeneratorand/or electrical devices connected to

it.

o 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 disconnect from generator before

stopping generator.

Stepping the Engine

1. Turn OFFand unplug all electrical loadsfrom generator

panel receptacles,NEVERstart or stop enginewith

electrical devicesplugged in and turned ON.

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

stabilize internaltemperatures of engine and generator.

3. Move engine switch to the "Off" position,

4. Turn the fuel valveto the "Close" position (fully

counterclockwise).

Charging a Battery

Your generatorhasthe capability of recharginga discharged

12 Volt automotive or utility style storage battery.

, DONOTusethe unit to chargeany 6 Volt batteries.

, DONOTusethe unit to crank an engine having a

discharged battery.

WARNING Storage batteriesgive off explosive

,,_,_ ...... hydrogengas during recharging.

,_ Hydrogengasstays nearbatteryfor a

long time after batteryhasbeencharged.

Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and cause explosion.

You can be blinded or severelyinjured.

Batteryelectrolyte fluid contains acid and is extremely

caustic.

Contactwith batteryfluid will causeseverechemicalburns.

, DONOTallowanyopenflame,spark,heat,or litcigarette

duringandfor severalminutesaftercharginga battery.

* Wearprotectivegoggles,rubberapron,andrubbergloves.

TOrecharge12 Volt batteries, proceedas fellows:

1. if necessary,cleanbattery posts or terminals.

2. Checkfluid levelin all battery cells, if necessary,add

ONLYdistilled water to cover separators in battery

cells, DONOTuse tap water.

3. if the battery is equippedwith vent caps, make sure

they are installed and are tight.

4. Connectbattery chargecableconnector plug to the

12 Volt DOpanel receptacle.

5. Connectbatterychargecableclamp with red handleto

batterypost or terminal indicatedby Positive, PO$or (+).

6. Connectbattery chargecable clamp with black handle

to battery post or terminal indicated by Negative, NEG,

or (-).

7. Start generatoras described in Starting TheEngine.Let

the engine run while battery recharges.

8. When battery hascharged, shut down engine as

described in Stopping TheEngine.

t@TICE Use an automotive hydrometerto test batterystate

of charge and condition. Follow the hydrometer

manufacturer's instructions carefully. Generally,a battery is

consideredto be at 100% stateof chargewhen specific

gravity of its fluid (as measured by hydrometer) is 1.260 or

higher.

ColdWeather Operation

Undercertain weather conditions (temperatures below 40%

[4°0] combinedwith high humidity), your generatormay

experienceicing of the carburetor and/or the crankcase

breathersystem. To reducethis problem, you needto

perform the following:

1. Make sure generatorhas dean, fresh fuel.

2. Openfuel valve (turn valve to open position).

3. Use SAE5W-30 oil (synthetic preferred, seeengine

operator's manual).

4. Checkoil leveldaily or after every eight (8) hours of

operation.

5. Maintain generatorfollowing maintenanceschedule in

engine operator's manual.

6. Shelter unit from elements.

Positive Negative

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@eatingaTemporaryColdWeather Shelter

1. Fortemporary'shelter,the original shipping carton can

be used.

2. Cut off top carton flaps and one long sideof carton to

expose muffler side of unit. if required,tape up other

sides of carton to fit over generatoras shown.

Wind

NOTICE if required, removewheel kit to fit carton over

generator asshown.

3. Cut appropriate slots to access receptaclesof unit

4. Faceexposedend away from wind and elements.

5. Locate generatoras described in the section Generator

Locat/on_Keepexhaust gasfrom entering a confined

areathrough windows, doors, ventilation intakesor

other openings.

_t_WARNENG Runningengine gives off carbon

monoxide, an odorless, colorless, pousongas.

Breathingcarbon monoxide cancause headache.

fatigue, dizziness,vomiting, confusion, seuzures,

nausea,fainting or death.

o OperategeneratorONLYoutdoors.

o Installa batteryoperatedcarbonmonoxidealarmnearthe

bedrooms.

o Keepexhaustgasfromenteringa confinedareathrough

windows,doors,ventilationintakes,or otheropenings.

o DONOTstartor runengineindoorsor in anenclosedarea,

(evenifwindowsanddoorsareopen),includingthegenerator

compartmentof arecreationalvehicle(RV).

Start generatoras described in the section Starting the

Engine,then placecarton over generator. Keepat bast

5 ft. (1.5 m) clearanceon all sides of generator

including overheadwith shelter in place.

WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in

serious burns.

Exhaustheat/gases can ignite

combustibles, structures or damage

fuel tank causing a fire.

o DONOTtouchhotpartsandAVOIDhotexhaustgases.

o Mow equipmentto coolbeforetouching.

o Keepatleast5 feet(152cm)of clearanceonall sidesof

generatorincludingoverhead.

o Removeshelterwhentemperaturesareabove40°F[4°C].

7, Removeshelter when temperatures are above40°F

[4°C].

8. Turn engine OFFand let cool two (2) minutes before

refueling. Let anyspilled fuel evaporatebefore starting

engine.

Building a Ceid Weather Shelter

1. Using non combustible materialwith a fire rating of at

bast one hour, build a shelter that will enclose three

sides and the top of the generator. Makesure muffler

side of generator is exposed.

HOTICE Contactyour local building material supplier for

non combustible materialswith a fire rating of at bast one

hour.

HOTICE Besure shelter caneasily be repositioned for

cnangein wind direction.

2. DONOTenclose generatorany more than shown.

Sheltershould hold enough heat createdby the

generatorto prevent icing problem.

HOTICE f a wheel kit is installed on the generator, enlarge

shelter accordingly.

3. Follow steps 3 through 8 asdescribed previously in

Creating a TemporaryCold VVeatherShelter.

Don't Overload Generator

You must make sureyour generator cansupply enough

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

will power at the same time. Followthese 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 be estimatedby

adding only the item(s) with the highest additionalsurge

watts to the total ratedwatts from step 2.

Teat or Appliance

Window Fan

DeepFreezer

Tebvision

Security System

Light (75 Watts)

Rated (Running)

Watts

300

5O0

180

1555 Total

Running Watts

Additienal Surge

(Starting) Watts

6OO

500

Total Rated (Running) Watts = 1555

HighestAdditional Surge Watts = 600

Total GeneratorOutput Required = 2155

Power Management

To prolong the fife of your generatorand attacheddevices, it

is important to take carewhen adding eUectricaIloadsto your

generator. Thereshould be nothing connectedto the

generator outbts before starting its engine.Thecorrect and

safe way to managegeneratorpower isto sequentiaflyadd

loads asfoflows:

1. With nothing connectedto the generator,start the

engine asdescribed in this manual.

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

load you have.

3. Permit the generatoroutput to stabilize (engine runs

smoothly and attacheddeviceoperates properly).

4. Hug in andturn on the next load.

5. Again, permit the generatorto stabilize.

6. Repeatsteps 4 and 5 for eachadditional load.

NEVERadd more loadsthan the generatorcapacity.Take

special careto consider surge loads in generator capacity,as

described above.

Wattage Reference Guide

Rated*

Tool or Appliance

Essentials

Light Bulb - 75 watt

DeepFreezer

Sump Pump

Refrigerator/Freezer- 18 cf

Water Weft Pump- 1/3 hp

Window AC- 10,000 BTU

Window Fan

FurnaceFanBlowero 1/2 hp....

Ki, hen ........

oven-looo ' t,

C6ffee Maker ....

Eiectric

Hot Hate ....

Receiver

....._olor 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/Jah Site

Quartz HalogenWork Light

Airless Sprayer- 1/3 hp

Reciprocating Saw

Electric Drill- 1/2 hp

Circular Saw - 7ol/4 in

Miter Saw- 10 in

TablePlaner - 6 in

TableSaw/RadialArm Saw- 10 in

Air Compressor - 1-1/2 hp

* Wattageslisted are approximate 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

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Maintenance

General Recommendations

Regular maintenancewill improve the performance and

extendthe 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 maintainthe

generator asinstructed in this manualand the engine

operator's manual.

HOTICE Should you havequestions about replacing

components on your generator, pleasecall (888) 743-4115

for assistance.

° Some adjustmentswill needto be made periodically to

properly maintain your generator.

, All maintenancein this manualand the engine

operator's manualshould be madeat bast once each

season.

, Onceayear you should cleanor replacethe spark plug,

cleanor replacethe air filter. A newspark plug and

cleanair filter assure proper fuel-air mixture and help

your engine run better and last longer. Pleasereferto

your engineoperator's manualfor more details.

Generater _aaintenance

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 anycorrosive vapors. Coolingair slots in

the generator must not become cloggedwith snow, leaves,

or any other foreign material.

NOTICE DONOTusewater or other liquids to clean

generator. Liquids canenter engine fuel 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 cracks of the rotor and

stator winding insulation. Liquid and dirt buildup on the

generator internalwindings will eventuallydecreasethe

insulation resistanceof these windings.

NOTICE improper treatment of generator can damage it

and shorten its life.

. DO NOTexposegenerator to excessivemoisture, dust, dirt, or

corrosive vapors.

* DONOTinsert any objectsthrough cooling slots.

, Use a soft bristle brush to loosen cakedon dirt or oik

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

Jnspect Muffler and Spark Attester

inspectthe 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.

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 AVOIDhot exhaust gases.

• Mow equipment to cool beforetouching.

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

generator including overhead.

• it is aviolation of California PuNic 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 a spark arrester, as defined in Section

4442, maintained in effective working order. Other statesor

federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.

Contactthe original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or dealer

to obtain aspark arrester designedfor the exhaust system

installed on this engine.

o Replacement parts must bethe sameand installed inthe same

position asthe original parts.

Engine Maintenance

Seethe engine operator's manualfor instructions on howto

properly maintain the engine.

CAUTEON 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.

Daily or beforeuse, 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. Theseopenings

must be kept clean and unobstructed.

Engine parts should be kept cleanto reducethe risk of

overheating and ignition of accumulated debris:

KEEPOUTOFREACHOFCHILDREN.DON'T

POLLUTE.CONSERVERESOURCES.RETURN

USEDOiL TOCOLLECTIONCENTERS.

, Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

Storage

ThegeneratorshouWbestartedatbastonceeveryseven

daysandallowedtorunatbast30minutes,ifthiscannotbe

doneandyoumuststoretheunitformorethan30days,use

thefollowingguidelinestoprepareitforstorage.

Generator Storage

° Cleanthe generator as outlined in Cleaning.

° Checkthat cooling air slots and openingson generator

are open and unobstructed.

LongTerm Storage instructions

Fuelcan becomestale when stored over 30 days.Stab fuel

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 minutesto circulate the stabilizerthroughout the fuel

system. The engine andfuel canthen be stored up to

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.

WARNING Fueland its vapors are extremely

flammable and explosive.

Fireor explosion can causesevere burns

or death.

WidENSTORINGFUELOREQUmPMENTWITidFUELiN TANK

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

or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source

becausethey can ignite fuel vapors.

WIDENDRAiNiNG FUEL

o Turn generatorOFFand 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 a cigarette or smoke.

Storing the Engine

Seethe engine operator's manualfor instructions on howto

properly preparethe engine for storage.

Other Storage Tips

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 cause problems if it's usedwith this

unit.

3. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not

retain moisture.

WARNING Storagecovers can be flammable.

° DO NOTplace astorage cover overa hot generator.

° Let equipment coolfor a sufficient time before placing the cover

4. Store generator in clean, dry area.

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Problem Oaase

1. Oneof the circuit breakers is open.

2, Fault in generator.

3. Poor connection or defective cord set.

4. Connecteddevice is bad.

Engineisrunning, but no AC

output is available.

Enoinerunsgood at no-load but

"hags down" when loadsare

connected.

En#inewiii nat start; or starts

and runsrough.

Engineshuts dawn when

running.

1, Short circuit in a connectedload,

2, Enginespeed istoo slow,

3, Generatoris overloaded,

4, Shorted generatorcircuit.

1, Engineswitch set to "Off".

2. FuelValveis in "Close" position.

3, Dirty air cleaner,

4, Out of fuel,

5, Stalefuel,

6. Spark plug wire no_con_8tea _ospark

p,ug.

7. Bad spark pl_g..... ....

8. Water in fuel. ....

9. Flood_8 :

lO. fueu

11, Inta_ :_alvestucko

12, Engine haslost

Out of fuel,

Correction

1, Resetcircuit breaker.

2, Contact authorized servicefacility,

3. Checkand repair.

4. Connectanother devicethat is in good

condition.

1. Disconnect shorted electrical load.

2. Contact authorized servicefacility.

3. See Don't OveHoadGeneratorin

Operationsection.

4. Contact authorized servicefacility.

1. Set engineswitch to "On".

2, Turn fuel valveto "Open" position.

3. Cleanor replaceair cleaner.

4, Fill fueltank.

5, Drain_ueltank and carburetor; fill with

freS_fuji

wire to spark plug,

spark plug,

Drain fuel tank and carburetor; fill with

fresh fuel,

9, Wait 5 minutes and re-crank engine.

10. Contact authorized servicefacility.

11, Contact authorized servicefacility.

12. Contact authorized servicefacility.

Fill fuel tank.

Enginelackspower.

Engine"hunts" or falters. Carburetor is running too rich or too lean,

1, See Don't OveHoadGeneratorin

Operationsection.

2, Replaceair filter,

Contact authorized servicefacility,

Effective February'1,2006 replacesall undated Warranties andall Warranties dated before February'1,2006

LIMITED WARRANTY

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the portable generator that is defective in material or

workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacementunder this warrants,'must be borne by purchaser. This

warranty is effective for the time periods and subject to the conditions stated below. For warranty service, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealerin

our dealer Iocator map at BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM.

THEREIS NO OTHEREXPRESSWARRANTY. IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, INCLUDINGTHOSEOFMERCHANTABILITYANDFITNESSFORA PARTICULAR

PURPOSE,ARELIMITEDTOONEYEARFROM PURCHASE,ORTOTHE EXTENTPERMITTEDBY LAW. ANY ANDALL IMPLIED WARRANTIESARE

EXCLUDED.LIABILITY FORINCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGESARE EXCLUDEDTOTHE EXTENTEXCLUSIONIS PERMITTEDBY LAW. Some

states or countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation

of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation and exclusion may not applyto you. This warranty gives you specific Jegalrights and

you may also have other rights which vary'from state to state or country'to country'.

Commercial use 1 yCer

*SecondyearpartsonFy

The warranty period begins onthe date of purchase by the first retail end user, and continues for the period of time stated above. "Consumer Use"means

personal residential household use by a retail consumer. "Commercial Use"means aJlother uses,including use for commercial, income producing or rental

purposes. Once equipment has experienced commercial use, it shaftthereafter be considered as commercial use for purposes of this warrants,'.

NOWARRANTY REGISTRATIONIS NECESSARYTO OBTAINWARRANTYON BRIGGS& STRATTONPRODUCTS.SAVEYOURPROOFOF PURCHASE

RECEIPT.IF YOU DONOTPROVIDEPROOFOFTHEINITIAL PURCHASEDATEAT THETIME WARRANTYSERVICEiS REQUESTED,THE MANUFACTURING

DATEOFTHE PRODUCTWILL BE USEDTO DETERMINETHEWARRANTY PERIOD.

Wewelcomewarrantyrepairandapologizetoyoufor beinginconvenienced.AnyAuthorizedServiceDealermayperformwarrantyrepairs.Mostwarrants,'

repairsarehandledroutinely,butsometimesrequestsforwarrantyservicemaynotbeappropriate.Forexample,warrantyservicewouldnotapplyif

equipmentdamageoccurredbecauseofmisuse,lackofroutinemaintenance,shipping,handling,warehousingor improperinstallation.Similarly,the

warrants,'isvoidif themanufacturingdateor theseriajnumberontheportablegeneratorhasbeenremovedorthe equipmenthasbeenalteredor modified.

Duringthewarrantyperiod,theAuthorizedServiceDealer,atitsoption,will repairor replaceanypartthat,uponexamination,isfoundto bedefectiveunder

normaluseand service.Thiswarrants,'will notcoverthefollowingrepairsandequipment:

Normal Wear: Outdoor PowerEquipment, like all mechanical devices, needs periodic parts and service to perform well. This warrants,'does not cover

repair when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment.

installation and Maintenance: This warrants,'does not apply to equipment or parts that have been subjected to improper or unauthorized installation or

alteration and modification, misuse, negligence, accident, overloading, overspeeding, improper maintenance, repair or storage so as, in our judgment,

to adversely affect its performance and reliability. This warrants,'also does not cover normal maintenance such as air filters, adjustments, fuel system

cleaning and obstruction (due to chemical, dirt, carbon, lime, and soforth).