Briggs & Stratton 01970, 01971 owner manual When Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your Generator

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Portable Generator

WARNING

Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock.

WHEN ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS TO YOUR GENERATOR

•Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and place the wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

WARNING

Running engines produce heat.Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C).

Severe burns can occur on contact.

•DO NOT touch hot surfaces.

•Allow equipment to cool before touching.

CAUTION

Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury and damage to generator.

Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load.

•DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator supplies correct rated frequency and voltage when running at governed speed.

•DO NOT modify generator in any way.

CAUTION

Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.

•See “Don’t Overload Generator” on page 9.

•Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting electrical loads.

•Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON for operation.

•Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator before stopping generator.

CAUTION

Improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten its life.

•Use generator only for intended uses.

•If you have questions about intended use, ask dealer or call 1-800-743-4115.

•Operate generator only on level surfaces.

•DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.

•DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.

•If connected devices overheat, turn them off and disconnect them from generator.

•Shut off generator if:

-electrical output is lost;

-equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames; -unit vibrates excessively.

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Contents 01970 5250W 01971 Table of Contents Safety RulesHazard Symbols and Meanings Equipment DescriptionGenerator produces powerful voltage When Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your Generator Assembly Before Starting the EngineRemove Generator From Carton Add Engine Oil and FuelUsing the Generator Connecting to a Building’s Electrical SystemOperating Generator System GroundConnecting Electrical Loads Generator Adapter Cord SETReceptacles Stopping the EngineCold Weather Operation Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex ReceptaclesDont Overload Generator Power ManagementCapacity General Maintenance Recommendations Engine MaintenanceGenerator Maintenance Generator CleaningGenerator Storage StorageEngine Storage Other Storage Tips Troubleshooting Problem Cause CorrectionPortable Generator Portable Generator OUR Equipment Tabla DE Contenidos Descripción DEL EquipoInstrucciones DE Seguridad AdvertenciaPeligro Los generadores producen un voltaje muy poderosoPrecaución Cuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU GeneradorMontaje Antes DE Darle Arranque AL MotorPara Retirar el Generador de la Caja Agregar Aceite al Motor y GasolinaUSO DEL Generador Operando EL Generador PrecauciónJuego DE Cables DEL Adaptador DEL Generador Receptáculos PrecauciónParado Del Motor 120/240 Voltios AC, 30 Amp, Receptáculo de SeguridadVolt AC, 20 Amp, Receptáculos Dobles Operación Durante un Clima FríoCapacidad No Sobrecargue GeneradorControl de la Energía Recomendaciones Generales DE Mantenimiento Mantenimiento del MotorPara Limpiar el Generador Mantenimiento del GeneradorAlmacenamiento Almacenando el GeneradorAlmacenando el Motor Otras Sugerencias Para el AlmacenandoProblemo Accion Causa Diagnositicos DE AveríasNotas Garantía Limitada Instruction Sheet Hoja DE LA Instruccion 01971 5250W Schematic Wiring Diagram Exploded View Main Unit Parts List Main Unit DescriptionExploded View and Parts List Alternator Watt Portable Generators Watt Portable Generators

01970, 01971 specifications

Briggs & Stratton is a renowned name in the power equipment industry, celebrated for its high-quality engines and robust outdoor products. Among their popular offerings are the Briggs & Stratton 01971 and 01970 models, known for their reliability and performance across various applications. These engines have been favorites for lawn mowers, pressure washers, and other outdoor machinery.

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