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5550 Watt Portable Generator
Operator’s Manual
BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC
JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.
Printed in U.S.A. Manual No. 197023GS Revision D (08/08/2007)
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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton generator. We are pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your Briggs & Stratton generator will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with generator products and how to avoid them. This generator is designed and intended only for
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Table of Contents Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Equipment Description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Unpack Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Hazard Symbols and Meanings Operator Safety Equipment Description Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your generator. Know its applications, its A B C limitations and any hazards involved. The generator is an engine–driven, revolving field, alternating current (AC) generator. It was designed to supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools and motor loads. The generator’s revolving field is D E F driven at about 3,600 rpm by a single-cyli
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WARNING WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and chemicals known to the State of California to cause explosive. cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage. WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL • Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before Failure to isolate generator from power utility can removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowl
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WARNING CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury Contact with muffler area can result in serious and damage to generator. burns. Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load. Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, • DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator supplies structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed speed. • DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases. • DO NOT modify generator in any
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Install the wheel kit as follows: Assembly 1. Tip generator so that engine end is up. Read entire operator’s manual before you attempt 2. Slide axle (A) through both mounting brackets. to assemble or operate your new generator. 3. Place a wheel (B) on each side as shown below. Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for use 4. Place a washer (C) on axle and then place an e-ring (D) after it has been properly serviced with the recommended in axle groove. fuel and oil. If you have any p
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Add Engine Oil WARNING 1. Place generator on a flat, level surface. 2. Clean area around oil fill and remove yellow oil fill cap. Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. NOTE: See the section Oil to review oil recommendations. Verify provided oil bottle is correct viscosity for current Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or ambient temperature. death. 3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of WHEN ADDING FUEL provided oil bottle into oil fill opening. • Turn
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System Ground Generator Location The generator has a system ground that connects the Clearances and Air Movement generator frame components to the ground terminals on the AC output receptacles. The system ground is connected to WARNING the AC neutral wire (the neutral is bonded to the generator Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, frame). structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. Special Requirements • Keep at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) clearance on all sides of generator There may be Feder
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Features and Controls 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. K J H A B C G F E D A - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles — May be G - Engine Identification — Provides model, type and code used to supply electrical power for the operation of of engine. Please have these readily available if
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This receptacle powers 120/240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase Cord Sets and Receptacles loads requiring up to 5,550 watts of power (5.55 kW) at Use only high quality, well-insulated, grounded extension 23.1 Amps for 240 Volts or two independent 120 Volt loads cords with the generator’s 120 Volt duplex receptacle. at 23.1 Amps each. The outlet is protected by a push-to- Inspect extension cords before each use. reset circuit breaker. Check the ratings of all extension cords before you use them. Exte
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5. Grasp recoil handle and pull slowly until slight Operation resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly one time only to start engine. Starting the Engine • If engine starts, proceed to step 7. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use the • If engine fails to start, proceed to step 6. following start instructions: 1. Make sure unit is on a level surface. WARNING IMPORTANT: Failure to start and operate the unit on a level Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result surface will
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Connecting Electrical Loads Stopping the Engine 1. Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes 1. Turn OFF and unplug all electrical loads from generator after starting. panel receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned ON. 2. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads. 2. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize internal temperatures of engine and generator. NOTE: 3. Push engine
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NEVER add more loads than the generator capacity. Take Don’t Overload Generator special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity, as Capacity described above. You must make sure your generator can supply enough Wattage Reference Guide rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power at the same time. Follow these simple steps: Rated* Additional Tool or Appliance (Running) Surge 1. Select the items you will power at the same time. Watts (Starting) 2. Total the rat
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Emissions Control Maintenance Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emissions control devices and systems may be performed by any Maintenance Schedule non-road engine repair establishment or individual. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs However, to obtain ”no charge” emissions control service, first. More frequent service is required when operating in the work must be performed by a factory authorized dealer. adverse conditions noted below. See the Emissions Warranty
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Checking Oil Level Engine Maintenance Oil level should be checked prior to each use or at least WARNING every 8 hours of operation. Keep oil level maintained. 1. Make sure generator is on a level surface. 2. Clean area around oil fill and remove oil fill cap. Unintentional sparking can result in fire or 3. Verify oil is at the point of overflowing at oil fill electric shock. opening. 4. Replace and tighten oil fill cap. WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR GENERATOR Adding Engine Oil • Disco
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4. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil completely into a 4. Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or suitable container. porcelain is cracked. Use the recommended replacement spark plug. See Specifications. 5. Reinstall oil drain plug and tighten securely. Remove oil fill cap. 5. Install spark plug and tighten firmly. 6. Slowly pour oil (about 28 oz.) into oil fill opening (B) to Service Spark Arrester the point of overflowing (C) at oil fill cap. DO NOT The engine exhaust muffler
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Air Cooling System Check Valve Clearance Over time debris may accumulate in cylinder cooling fins and Regular valve clearance check and adjustment will improve cannot be observed without partial engine disassembly. For performance and extend engine life. This procedure cannot this reason, we recommend you have an authorized service be done without partial engine disassembly and the use of dealer clean the cooling system (A) per recommended special tools. For this reason we recommend that you hav
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Change Oil Storage While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill The generator should be started at least once every seven with recommended grade. See Changing Engine Oil. days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use Oil Cylinder Bore the following guidelines to prepare it for storage. • Remove spark plug and pour about 1/2 ounce (15 ml) Generator Storage of clean engine oil into the cylinder. • Clean th
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction 1. One of the circuit breakers is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Fault in generator. 2. Contact authorized service facility. Engine is running, but no AC 3. Poor connection or defective cord set. 3. Check and repair. output is available. 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. 2. Engine speed is too slow. 2. Contact authorized service
