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Operator’s Manual
Manuel de l'utilisateur
Manual del Operario
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SAFETY RULES SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to Know Your Generator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Obey all safety messages that follow this Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SAFETY RULES DANGER WARNING Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and during recharging. explosive. Hydrogen gas stays near battery for a long time Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or after battery has been charged. death. Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen and cause WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL explosion. � Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before You can be blinded or severely injured. removing fuel cap. Loos
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SAFETY RULES WARNING WARNING Generator produces powerful voltage. Failure to isolate generator from power utility Unintentional sparking can result in fire or can result in death or injury to electric utility electric shock. workers due to backfeed of electrical energy. � When using generator for backup power, notify utility WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR company. Use approved transfer equipment to isolate GENERATOR generator from electric utility. � Disconnect the spark plug wire from
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KNOW YOUR GENERATOR KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this Operator’s Manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Rocker Switch Circuit Oil Fill Cap Fuel Tank Breaker Air Cleaner Circuit Breakers (AC) 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp Duplex Receptacles Spark Arrester Muffler 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle Choke Lever Data Tag 12
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Nylon Washers ASSEMBLY Attach Handle ASSEMBLY You will need two 1/2” or 13mm wrenches to attach handle. Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for 1. Attach handle to right side of generator frame (viewing use after it has been properly serviced with the unit from front), as shown in Figure 1, with a 60 mm recommended oil and fuel. capscrew, flat washers, nylon washers, and lock nut. If you have any problems with the assembly of your Figure 1 — Attach Handle generator, please call th
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ASSEMBLY 1. Use clean, fresh, regular UNLEADED gasoline with a BEFORE STARTING THE minimum of 87 octane. DO NOT use fuel which contains Methanol. DO NOT mix oil with fuel. ENGINE 2. Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap. 3. Slowly add regular unleaded fuel to fuel tank. Be careful Add Engine Oil not to overfill.Allow at least 2.25" of tank space for � Place generator on a level surface. fuel expansion (Figure 2). Figure 2 - Fuel Expansion CAUTION Any attempt to crank or start the engine be
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OPERATION Generator Location USING THE GENERATOR Generator Clearance System Ground WARNING The generator has a system ground that connects the Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, generator frame components to the ground terminals on structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. the AC output receptacles.The system ground is connected to the AC neutral wire (the neutral is bonded to the � Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of generator including overhead. generator frame
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OPERATION OPERATING THE WARNING Running engines produce heat.Temperature of GENERATOR muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C). Starting the Engine Severe burns can occur on contact. Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, IMPORTANT: Always unplug the battery float charger structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. before starting the generator. � DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot exhaust gases. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Follow � Allow equ
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OPERATION 3. Using standard automotive jumper cables, connect the CAUTION RED jumper cable clamp to the generator’s POSITIVE Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can battery terminal (Figure 7). damage generator and/or electrical devices connected Figure 7 — Jumper Cable Connections to it. � See “Don’t Overload Generator”. � Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting Grounding electrical loads. Fastener � Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON for operat
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OPERATION 2. If battery is equipped with vent caps, make sure they How to Use the Battery Charger are installed and are tight. Use battery float charger jack to keep the starting battery 3. If necessary, clean battery terminals. charged and ready for use. Battery charging should be done in a dry location, such as inside a garage. 4. Connect battery charge cable connector plug to panel receptacle identified by the words “12-VOLTS D.C.” 1. Plug charger into unit’s “Battery Float Charger” jack, 5.
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OPERATION 6. Start generator as described in the section “Starting Creating a Temporary Cold Weather the Engine”, then place carton over generator. Keep at Shelter least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of generator 1. In an emergency, use the original shipping carton. including overhead with shelter in place. 2. Cut off top carton flaps and one long side of carton to WARNING expose muffler side of unit. If required, tape up other Running engines produce heat.Temperature of sides of carton
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OPERATION 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex RECEPTACLES Receptacle CAUTION Each receptacle (Figure 12) is protected against overload by Receptacles may be marked with rating value greater a 20 Amp push–to–reset circuit breaker. than generator output capacity. Figure 12 — 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle � NEVER attempt to power a device requiring more amperage than generator or receptacle can supply. � DO NOT overload the generator. See “Don’t Overload Generator”. 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Lockin
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OPERATION 4. Plug in and turn on the next load. DON’T OVERLOAD 5. Again, permit the generator to stabilize. GENERATOR 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load. NEVER add more loads than the generator capacity.Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity, Capacity as described above. You must make sure your generator can supply enough Figure 14 - Wattage Reference Chart rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you Additional will power at the same time.
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SPECIFICATIONS & MAINTENANCE 2. Place the oil drain tray foot tab in the slot on the base SPECIFICATIONS of the generator, as shown. Starting Wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,250 Watts 3. Follow the instructions given in the engine operator’s Wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7,000 Watts manual for draining oil. AC Load Current At 120 Volts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58.3 Amps 4. After oil has drained, reinstall the oil drain plu
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MAINTENANCE & STORAGE � Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil. Generator Maintenance � Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris. Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry � Inspect cooling air slots and opening on generator.These environment where it will not be exposed to excessive openings must be kept clean and unobstructed. dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air slots in the ge
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TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction 1. One of the circuit breakers is 1. Reset circuit breaker. open. 2. Fault in generator. 2. Contact Authorized service facility. No AC output is available, but 3. Poor connection or defective cord 3. Check and repair. generator is running. set. 4. Connected device is bad. 4. Connect another device that is in good condition. 1. Short circuit in a connected load. 1. Disconnect shorted electrical load. Generator runs good at no-load but "bogs
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BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC PORTABLE GENERATOR OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective February 1, 2006 replaces all undated Warranties and all 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 replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchas
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RÈGLES DE SÉCURITÉ VEUILLEZ CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS TABLE DES MATIÈRES RÈGLES DE SÉCURITÉ Règles de Sécurité. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-22 Ceci est la sûreté le symbole vif. Il est utilisé pour Connaissez Votre Générateur . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 vous alerter aux dangers de blessure personnels Assemblage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 potentiels. Obéir tous messages
