Briggs & Stratton 30208 owner manual When Adding or Draining Fuel, When Starting Equipment

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3500W Portable Generator

WARNING

Running generator gives off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poison gas.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death.

•Operate generator ONLY outdoors.

•Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.

•DO NOT operate generator inside any building or enclosure, including the generator compartment of a recreational vehicle (RV).

WARNING

Generator produces powerful voltage.

Failure to isolate generator from power utility can result in death or injury to electric utility workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.

•When using generator for backup power, notify utility company. Use approved transfer equipment to isolate generator from electric utility.

•Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in any damp or highly conductive area, such as metal decking or steel work.

•DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.

•DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are worn, frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.

•DO NOT operate generator in the rain.

•DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet.

•DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or service generator.

WARNING

Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result.

•When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

•NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on.

WARNING

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

WHEN ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL

•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 overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.

•Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

•DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.

WHEN STARTING EQUIPMENT

•Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in place.

•DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.

•If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.

WHEN OPERATING EQUIPMENT

•Do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel to spill.

•This generator is not for use in mobile equipment or marine applications.

WHEN TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT

•Transport/repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff valve OFF.

•Disconnect spark plug wire.

WHEN STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK

•Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite fuel vapors.

WARNING

•This generator does not meet U. S. Coast Guard Regulation 33CFR-183 and should not be used on marine applications.

•Failure to use the appropriate U. S. Coast Guard approved generator could result in bodily injury and/or property damage.

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Contents 030208 3500W Table of Contents Safety RulesEquipment Description When Transporting or Repairing Equipment When Adding or Draining FuelWhen Starting Equipment When Operating EquipmentWhen Testing for Engine Spark When Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your GeneratorKnow Your Generator Remove Generator From Carton AssemblyInstall Wheel KIT Carton ContentsAdd Engine Oil When Adding FuelInstall fuel cap and wipe up any spilled fuel Before Starting EngineGenerator Location Using the GeneratorConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System System GroundDo not Overload the GENERATOR. See Don’t Overload Generator Connecting Electrical LoadsOperating Generator Starting the Engine120/240 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Locking Receptacle ReceptaclesCold Weather Operation Stopping the EnginePermanent Cold Weather Shelter Remove shelter when temperatures are above 40F 4CExample Power ManagementDont Overload Generator CapacityGenerator Maintenance SpecificationsGeneral Maintenance Recommendations Engine MaintenanceStorage Generator StorageEngine Storage Other Storage Tips Problem Cause Correction Troubleshooting3500W Portable Generator Year Consumer Use Years Years orAdvertencia Conserve Estas Instrucciones Tabla DE ContenidosDescripción DEL Equipo Reglas DE SeguridadCuando Transporte O Repare EL Equipo Cuando Añada Combustible O Vacíe EL DepósitoCuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL Equipo Cuando Opere EL EquipoPrecaución Cuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU GeneradorCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Tomacorriente con Dispositivo de Seguridad de Conozca SU GeneradorTapa del Depósito del Aceite Llene el motor con aceite Tomacorriente Dobles de 120 Voltios AC, 20 AmpContenido de la Caja MontajeInstale el Juego de Ruedas Para Retirar El Generador De La CajaColoque la generador sobre una superficie nivelada Antes DE Darle Arranque AL MotorAgregar Aceite al Motor Agregue CombustibleConexión al Sistema Eléctrico de un Edificio USO DEL GeneradorTierra del Sistema Ubicación del GeneradorNo Sobrecargue EL GENERADOR.Vea No Sobrecargue Generador Operando EL GeneradorEncienda el Motor Conexion De Cargas ElectricasVoltios AC, 20 Amperios, Receptáculos Dobles Receptáculos PrecauciónOperación Durante UN Clima Frío Parado Del MotorFigura 15 Refugio Frío Permanente del Tiempo Ejemplo No Sobrecargue GeneradorCapacidad Control de la EnergíaMantenimiento del Generador EspecificacionesRecomendaciones Generales DE Mantenimiento Mantenimiento del MotorOtras Sugerencias Para el Almacenando AlmacenamientoAlmacenando el Generador Almacenando el MotorDiagnositicos DE Averías Problemo Accion CausaGarantía Limitada
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