Briggs & Stratton 206494GS 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

Copyright © 2008 Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this material may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means without the express written permission of Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Engine Where to Find UsGenerator Date PurchasedTable of Contents Safety alert symbol is used with a signal word Operator SafetySafety Rules Hazard Symbols and MeaningsEngine exhaust from this product contains Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could resultGenerator produces hazardous voltage When Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your GeneratorWhen Testing for Engine Spark Contact with muffler area can result in serious burnsInstall Wheel Kit AssemblyShipment Contents Unpack GeneratorFuel must meet these requirements Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove capAdd Fuel High AltitudeGenerator Location Connecting to a Building’s Electrical SystemSystem Ground Special RequirementsFeatures and Controls 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle Cord Sets and ReceptaclesNema L14-30 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex ReceptaclesOperation Starting the EngineMove fuel valve to Off position Connecting Electrical LoadsStopping the Engine Don’t Overload Generator Wattage Reference GuideGenerator Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Checking Oil Level Engine MaintenanceOil Recommendations Adding Engine OilService Spark Arrester Service Air CleanerService Spark Plug Clean and inspect the spark arrester as followsCheck Valve Clearance Clean Cooling SystemCarburetor Adjustment Storage Troubleshooting Warranties Emissions Control System WarrantyOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities Claims and Coverage Exclusions MaintenanceEmission Information Limited Warranty AC Load Current Product SpecificationsCommon Service Parts 800Manual del Operario Motor Dónde encontrarnosGenerador Fecha de compraMontaje Resolución de problemas GarantíasSeguridad de operario Controles y característicasReglas de seguridad Seguridad de operarioDescripción del equipo Símbolos de peligro y sus significadosPeligro Precaución Contenido de la caja MontajeDesembalaje del generador Instale el juego de ruedasGran altitud Agregue combustibleEl combustible debe reunir los siguientes requisitos Ubicación del generador Tierra del sistemaConexión al sistema eléctrico de un edificio Requisitos especialesControles y características Del motor y está equipado con una pantalla apagachispasToma eléctricas dobles de 120 V CA y 20 a Juegos de cordones y enchufes conectoresDispositivo de seguridad de 120/240 V, 30 a Operando Encienda el motorEl motor podría petardear, incendiarse o dañarse Conexión de cargas eléctricasParada del motor Gire la válvula de combustible blanca hasta la posición OffEjemplo No sobrecargar el generadorCapacidad Control de la energíaRecomendaciones generales MantenimientoPlan de mantenimiento Control de emisionesComprobación del nivel de aceite Mantenimiento del motorAceite Recomendaciones sobre el aceite Adición de aceite del motorLimpie la pantalla apagachispas Servicio del depurador de aireServicio del bujía Comprobación de holgura de la válvula Limpie e inspeccione el apagachispas de la siguiente maneraSistema de refrigeración de aire Ajuste del carburadorAlmacenamiento Resolución de problemas Problemo Causa AccionResponsabilidades de la garantía del propietario GarantíasGarantía del sistema de control de emisiones Operaciones de mantenimiento que se enumeran en lasInformación sobre emisiones Garantía Limitada Corriente Carga de C.A Especificaciones del productoServicio común despide