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Portable Generator
Operator’s Manual
This generator is rated in accordance with CSA (Canadian Standards
Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-04 (motors and generators).
BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC
JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.
Manual No. 206405GS Revision - (02/18/2008)
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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 generators and how to avoid them. This generator is designed and intended only for supplyin
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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 removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to
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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. Slide a wheel (B) over axle. Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for use NOTE: Be sure to install wheel with raised hub inboard. after it has been properly serviced with the recommended 4. Place a washer (C) on axle and then place an e-ring (D) fuel and
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Attach Negative Battery Cable NOTICE Your unit is equipped with electric start capability but can be Avoid generator damage. started manually. If you choose not to use the electric start Failure to follow Operator’s Manual for fuel feature, you do not need to connect the negative battery cable. recommendations voids warranty. The sealed battery on the generator is fully charged and • DO NOT use unapproved gasoline such as E85. pre–installed except for the negative (black) battery cable. • DO NOT
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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 frame). Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, 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. P A N M L K B C J D E H F G A - Battery Float Charger — Use battery float charger jack L - Circuit Breakers (AC) — The 120 Volt AC, 20A duplex to keep the starting battery charged and ready for use. receptacles are provided with "push
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120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles Cord Sets and Receptacles Use only high quality, well-insulated, grounded extension Each duplex receptacle is protected against overload by a cords with the generator’s 120 Volt duplex receptacle. push–to–reset circuit breaker. Inspect extension cords before each use. Check the ratings of all extension cords before you use them. Extension cord sets used should be rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps or greater for most electrical devices. Some devices, h
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5B. For manual starting, grasp recoil handle and pull Operation slowly until slight resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly one time only to start engine. Starting the Engine IMPORTANT: Always unplug the battery float charger before WARNING starting the generator. Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use the in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm following start instructions: toward engine faster than you can let go. 1.
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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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Creating a Temporary Cold Weather Shelter 6. Start generator as described in the section Starting the Engine, then place carton over generator. Keep at least 1. For temporary shelter, the original shipping carton can 5 ft. (1.5 m) clearance on all sides of generator be used. including overhead with shelter in place. 2. Cut off top carton flaps and one long side of carton to expose muffler side of unit. If required, tape up other WARNING Contact with muffler area can result in serious Wind burns.
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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 Rated* Additional rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you Tool or Appliance (Running) Surge (Starting) will power at the same time. Follow these simple steps: Watts Watts 1. Select the items you will power at the same time. Essentials 2. Total the rated (run
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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, remove oil cap/dipstick and Unintentional sparking can result in fire or wipe dipstick with clean cloth. Replace and tighten electric shock. dipstick. Remove and and check oil level. 3. Verify oil is at “Full” mark on dipstick. Replace and WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING
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Service Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged if Change the spark plug every 100 hours of operation or once you run it with a dirty air cleaner. each year, whichever comes first. This will help your engine to start easier and run better. Clean or replace the foam pre-filter every 25 hours of operation or sooner under dusty or dirty conditions. Clean or 1. Clean area around spark plug. replace the paper air filter every 100 hours of operation or 2. Re
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Clean and inspect the spark arrester as follows: Check Valve Clearance 1. To remove muffler heat shield (A) from muffler (B), Regular valve clearance check and adjustment will improve remove four screws that connect guard to muffler performance and extend engine life. This procedure cannot bracket. be done without partial engine disassembly and the use of special tools. For this reason we recommend that you have an authorized Service Dealer check and adjust valve C clearance at recommended inter
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Change Engine 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 ounce (30 ml) of Generator Storage clean engine oil into the cylinder. • Cle
