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Model / Modelo
030249 & 030255
(5500W)
Operator’s Manual
Manual del Operario
Questions? Help is just a moment away!
Preguntas? La ayuda es justa un momento lejos!
Call: Generator Helpline / Llamada: Generador Helpline
1-800-743-4115 M-F 8-5 CT
WARNING
Before using this product, read this manual and follow all
Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.
ADVERTENCIA
Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este manual y siga todas las
Reglas de Seguridad e Instrucciones de Uso.
PowerBOSS™ is a trademar
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PowerBOSS™ 5500W Portable Generator 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 Oper
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SAFETY RULES 5500W Portable Generator PowerBOSS™ WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL poison gas you cannot see or smell. � Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank. � Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors. � DO NOT ove
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PowerBOSS™ 5500W Portable Generator SAFETY RULES WARNING CAUTION Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury pull hand and arm toward engine faster than and damage to generator. you can let go. Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could � DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator supplies result. correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed � When starting engine,
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FEATURES 5500W Portable Generator PowerBOSS™ 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. Alternator may vary slightly in appearance Fuel Tank from that shown here Rocker Switch Choke Lever Grounding Recoil Starter Oil Fill Fastener Air Cleaner Circuit Spark Arrester 120/240 Volt
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PowerBOSS™ 5500W Portable Generator ASSEMBLY � 30 Amp extension cord ASSEMBLY � Wheel kit Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for Install Wheel Kit use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil and fuel. NOTE: Wheel kit is not intended for over-the-road use. You will need the following tools to install these If you have any problems with the assembly of your components: generator, please call the generator helpline at 1-800-743-4115. If calling for assistance, p
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ASSEMBLY 5500W Portable Generator PowerBOSS™ 6. Repeat step 4 and 5 to secure second wheel. Add Fuel 7. Tip generator so that engine side is down. NOTE: This gasoline engine is certified to operate on gasoline. Exhaust Emission Control System: EM (Engine 8. Line up holes in support leg with holes in generator Modifications). frame. 9. Attach support leg using 2 capscrews (M8 x 16 mm) WARNING and 2 hex nuts.Tighten with a 13mm socket wrench Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and and 13mm
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PowerBOSS™ 5500W Portable Generator 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 (see “Equipment Description”, � Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of generator
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OPERATION 5500W Portable Generator PowerBOSS™ 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. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use the Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, following start instructions: structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. 1. Make sure unit is on a level surface. � DO NOT touch hot surfaces and avoid hot
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PowerBOSS™ 5500W Portable Generator OPERATION Stopping the Engine 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking 1. Turn OFF and unplug all electrical loads from Receptacle generator panel receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine Use a NEMA L14–30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a with electrical devices plugged in and turned ON. 4–wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps (or 2. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to greater) (Figure 6).You can use the same 4–wire cord if you stabilize
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OPERATION 5500W Portable Generator PowerBOSS™ 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 8 - Wattage Reference Chart rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you Addit
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PowerBOSS™ 5500W Portable Generator MAINTENANCE Generator Maintenance SPECIFICATIONS Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean Starting Wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7,800 watts and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry Wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,500 watts environment where it will not be exposed to excessive AC Load Current: dust, dirt, moisture or any corrosive vapors. Cooling air At 120 Volts . . . . . . .
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STORAGE 5500W Portable Generator PowerBOSS™ Engine Storage STORAGE See engine operator’s manual for instructions. The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot Other Storage Tips be done and you must store the unit for more than � To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on 30 days, use the following guidelines to prepare it for essential carburetor parts, empty all three supplied fuel storage. stabilizer containers int
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PowerBOSS™ 5500W Portable Generator 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. Gene
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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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PowerBOSS™ 5500 Watt Generador Portátil REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD CONSERVE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES TABLA DE CONTENIDOS REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD Reglas De Seguridad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-18 Éste es el símbolo de alerta de seguridad. Sirve Conozca Su Generador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 para advertir al usuario de un posible riesgo para Montaje . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD 5500 Watt Generador Portátil PowerBOSS™ ADVERTENCIA La combustible y sus vapores son extremadamente El usar un generador en espacios interiores inflamables y explosivos. le causará la muerte en unos minutos. El fuego o una explosión pueden causar quemaduras Los gases de combustión contienen monóxido severas e inclusive la muerte. de carbono, un gas venenoso que usted no CUANDO AÑADA COMBUSTIBLE O VACÍE EL puede ver ni oler. DEPÓSITO � Apague el generador (posición OFF) y
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PowerBOSS™ 5500 Watt Generador Portátil REGLAS DE SEGURIDAD ADVERTENCIA PRECAUCIÓN El rápido repliegue del cable del arrancador Las velocidades de operación en exceso, aumentan los (retroceso) impedirá que el usuario suelte el cable a riesgos de heridas y daños al generador. tiempo y tirará de su mano y brazo hacia el motor. Las velocidades bajan en exceso, imponen una carga muy pesada. Como resultado, podrían producirse fracturas, � NO cambie ninguna velocidad determinada. El generador suminist
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CARACTERÍSTICAS 5500 Watt Generador Portátil PowerBOSS™ CONOZCA SU GENERADOR Lea este Manual del Operario y las reglas de seguridad antes de operar su generador. Compare las ilustraciones con su Generador para familiarizarse con las ubicaciones de los diferentes controles y ajustes. Conserve este manual para referencias futuras. Alternador puede variar Tanque de Combustible levemente en apariencia de que mostrado aquí Interruptor Balancín Culatazo el Principio Conector de Tierra Tapa del Depósit
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PowerBOSS™ 5500 Watt Generador Portátil MONTAJE � Cuerda de la extensión del 30 Amperio MONTAJE � Juego de ruedas Su generador requiere de ciertos procedimientos de montaje y solo estará listo para ser utilizado después de haberle Instale el Juego de Ruedas suministrado servicio con el combustible y aceite recomendados. NOTA: Este Juego de Ruedas no ha sido diseñado para ser usado Si usted tiene problemas con el montaje de su generador, en la carretera. por favor llame a la línea de ayuda para g
