Briggs & Stratton 209443gs manual Where to Find Us, Generator, Engine, Date Purchased

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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 supplying electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools and motor loads, and is not intended for any other purpose. It is important that you read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment. Save these instructions for future reference.

This generator requires final assembly before use. Refer to the Assembly section of this manual for instructions on final assembly procedures. Follow the instructions completely.

Where to Find Us

You never have to look far to find Briggs & Stratton support and service for your generator. Consult your Yellow Pages. There are over 30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealers worldwide who provide quality service. You can also contact Briggs & Stratton Customer Service by phone at (800) 743-4115, or on the Internet at BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM.

Generator

Model Number

Revision

Serial Number

Engine

Model Number

Type Number

Code Number

Date Purchased

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC

900 North Parkway

Jefferson, WI 53549

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Contents Operator’s Manual Engine Where to Find UsGenerator Date PurchasedTable of Contents Safety Symbols and Meanings Operator SafetyImportant Safety Information Equipment DescriptionWhen Operating Equipment When Adding or Draining FuelWhen Starting Equipment When Transporting or Repairing EquipmentWhen Testing for Engine Spark Excessively low speeds impose a heavy loadInstall the wheel kit as follows AssemblyInstall Wheel Kit Unpack GeneratorAdd Fuel When Adding FuelAdd Engine Oil Fuel must meet these requirementsGenerator Location Connecting to a Building’s Electrical SystemSystem Ground Special RequirementsFeatures and Controls Items Not Shown120/240 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Locking Receptacle Cord Sets and ReceptaclesNema L14-20 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex ReceptacleOperation Starting the EngineWarm Weather Operation Connecting Electrical LoadsStopping the Engine Don’t Overload Generator Wattage Reference GuideGenerator Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Fuel Valve MaintenanceEngine Maintenance OilClean and inspect the spark arrester as follows Service Air CleanerService Spark Plug Inspect Muffler and Spark ArresterStorage Troubleshooting Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities Your Warranty Rights And ObligationsManufacturer’s Warranty Coverage Briggs & Stratton Emissions Control Warranty ProvisionsExtended ModerateIntermediate Limited Warranty Reserved 800 Product SpecificationsCommon Service Parts Manual del Operario Motor Dónde encontrarnosGenerador Fecha de compraMontaje Resolución de problemas GarantíasSeguridad de operario Controles y característicasInformación importante de seguridad Seguridad de operarioDescripción del equipo Símbolos sobre la seguridad y significadosCuando Opere EL Equipo Cuando Anada Combustible O Vacíe EL DepósitoCuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL Equipo Cuando Transporte O Repare EL EquipoCuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Máquina Generador Cuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL MotorInstale el juego de ruedas MontajeDesembalaje del generador El generador se entrega conEl combustible debe reunir los siguientes requisitos Agregar aceite al motorAgregue combustible Gran altitudUbicación del generador Tierra del sistemaConexión al sistema eléctrico de un edificio Requisitos especialesControles y características No mostradoTomas eléctricas dobles de 120 V CA y 20 a Juegos de cordones y enchufes conectoresDispositivo de seguridad de 120/240 V, 20 a Operando Encienda el motorFuncionamiento en clima cálido Conexión de cargas eléctricasParada del motor Ejemplo No sobrecargar el generadorCapacidad Control de la energíaMantenimiento del generador MantenimientoPlan de mantenimiento Aceite Recomendaciones sobre el aceite Mantenimiento de la válvula de combustibleMantenimiento del motor Comprobación del nivel de aceiteServicio del bujía Cambio de aceite del motorServicio del depurador de aire Sistema de refrigeración de aire Inspeccione el silenciador y la pantalla apagachispasLimpie e inspeccione el apagachispas de la siguiente manera Ajuste del carburadorAlmacenamiento para periodos prolongados AlmacenamientoGenerador Cambio de aceiteResolución de problemas Problemo Causa AccionCobertura de la garantía del fabricante GarantíasDerechos y obligaciones de la garantía Responsabilidades de la garantía del propietarioBRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM Garantía Limitada Especificaciones del producto Servicio común despide