Briggs & Stratton Home Generator User Manual

Bri_s & Stratton Power Products Home Generator System
Owners Manual
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G EN ERATO R
MAINTENANCE
The generatorwarranty does not cover itemsthathave
been subjectedto operatorabuse or negligence.Toreceive
fullvaluefrom the warranty,the operator must maintain
the system as instructedinthe engineowner'smanual.
Alladjustmentsshouldbe made at leastonce each season.
Followthe requirementsinthe engine owner's manual.
Generator maintenance consistsof keepingthe unitclean.
Operate the unitinan environment where itwillnot be
exposed to excessivedust,dirt,moistureor any corrosive
vapors.Cooling airlouverson the enclosuremust not
become cloggedwith snow,leaves,or any otherforeign
material.
Check the cleanliness of the unit frequently and clean when
dust, dirt, oit, moisture or other foreign substances are
visible on its exterior/interior surface.
NOTE: DO NOT use direct spray from a garden hose to
clean generator.Water can enter the engine and generator
and cause problems.
Changing Engine Oil
Placethe oil drain tube into an approved container.
Pushin and rotate the oll drain fitting I/4 turn
counterclockwise. Slowly putl outward until oit starts
draining (Figure 6). DO NOT pull the oil drain fitting off
the engine.
When the oil hasdrained, push the oit drain fitting in
and rotate I/4 turn clockwise until it locks in place.
Slide the oil drain tube up into the clamp on the
generator.
CAUTION
• Refer to engine manual for oil fill information.
• Damageto equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
To fill your engine with oil:
Follow the synthetic oll grade recommendation and oit
fill instructions given in the engine owner's manual.
To Clean the Generator
• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
CAUTION
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt,
or corrosive vapors.
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
• Use a soft, bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
• Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.
• Use low pressureair (not to exceed25 psi)to blow away
dirt. Inspectcooling air slots and openingson the generator.
These openingsmustbe kept cleanand unobstructed.
If You Call the Factory
You must havethe following informationat hand if it is
necessary to contact Briggsand Stratton TechnicalServices
regarding service or repair of this unit:
I. Obtain the unit Model Number and Serial Number
from the unit datadecal. See"KnowYour Backup
Generator" diagramfor location.
2. Obtain the engine Model/Type/Code numbers from the
engine label.See"KnowYour Backup Generator"
diagram for location. Pleasenote that the model
number may vary slightly from that presented herein.
STO RAG E
The Briggs& Stratton Home Generator System isdesigned
for continuous backup operational duty.As such,there isno
need to take anystorage precautions. However, ifit
becomes necessaryto take the system out of service for
an extended period, call Briggs and Stratton Technical
Servicesat 1-800-743-4115,between 8:00AM and 5:00 PM
CT for specific recommendations.
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Briggs & Stratton Home Generator Specifications

General

Brand	Briggs & Stratton
Model	Home Generator
Category	Portable Generator
Language	English