Briggs & Stratton 040220A manual Introduction, Installer Responsibilities, Installation Assistance

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INSTALLATION

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains important instructions that should be followed during installation and maintenance of the generator and battery.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your purchase of a Briggs & Stratton Home Standby Generator. This product is intended for use as an optional standby system which provides an alternate source of electric power and to serve loads such as heating, refrigeration systems, and communication systems that, when stopped during any power outage, could cause discomfort, or the like. This product DOES NOT qualify for emergency standby as defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).

This manual is an important document and should be retained by the owner after installation has been completed.

This manual contains installation, startup and adjustment instructions for a Home Standby Generator that supplies 120/240 Volt, single phase, 60Hz devices. The Home Standby Generator may be operated on LP vapor or natural gas fuel.

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is both accurate and current. However, the manufacturer reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise improve the generator at any time without prior notice.

Briggs and Stratton has made every effort to provide for a safe, streamlined and cost-effective installation. Because each installation is unique, it is impossible to know of and advise the trade of all conceivable procedures and methods by which installation might be achieved. Neither could we know of possible hazards and/or the results of each method or procedure. For these reasons,

Only current licensed electrical and plumbing contractors should attempt Home Standby Generator installations. Installations must strictly comply with all applicable codes, industry standards and regulations.

INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Read and follow the instructions given in this manual.

IMPORTANT: If operating the generator below 40°F, it is recommended that a battery warmer be installed. If operating the generator below 32°F, a battery warmer MUST be installed. This item is available at your local servicing dealer.

INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE

For the Home Owner:

To help you make informed choices and communicate effectively with your installation contractor(s),

Read and understand the

Owner Orientation Section of this manual

BEFORE contracting or starting

your Home Standby Generator installation.

To arrange for proper installation, contact the store at which you purchased your Briggs & Stratton Standby Generator, your dealer, a licensed electrician or your utility power provider.

The Home Standby Generator Warranty is VOID unless the generator is installed by licensed electrical and plumbing professionals.

For the Installing Dealer/Contractor:

•For most applications, this manual contains all the information required to properly install and start the Home Standby Generator. This manual also describes essential circuit selection, routine operation and owner maintenance procedures.

•If you need more information, call (800) 743-4115, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT.

The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and follow the instructions given in this manual, especially the section regarding selecting essential circuits.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your Home Standby Generator, as specified in this manual.

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Contents Rated Watts Home Generator System Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions Hazard Symbols and MeaningsEngine exhaust from this product contains Certain components in this product and relatedSafety Rules Installing the 15A fuse could cause the engine to start Control Panel see BatteryKnow Your Home Standby Generator Know Your Control Panel AUTO/OFF/MANUALInstaller Responsibilities Installation AssistanceIntroduction Customer ResponsibilitiesInstallation Procedures Owner OrientationLifting the Generator Home Standby Generator LocationGenerator Clearances General Location GuidelinesDevice Running Watts Essential CircuitsEssential Circuit Selection Disconnect Box Mounting Guidelines Fuel Inlet DimensionsRemovable Roof and Access Door Gaseous Fuel System Do not light a cigarette or smokeTemporary Manometer Installed Fuel Consumption10ft Fuel Pipe Sizing10ft 15ft 20ft 30ft 40ft 50ft 60ft 70ft 80ft 90ft 100ft Physical Properties Propane Natural Gas Fuel Comparison ChartWithdrawal Rate 32F 20F 10F 30F 40F Wire Connections Before Initial START-UPBattery Connection Charging the BatteryBattery posts, terminals and related accessories contain Servicing the BatteryFuel System Selection Initial START-UP no LoadAutomatic Operation Sequence Fuel Supply SystemSetting Exercise Timer Installation InspectionEngine Cool-down Timer To perform the Set Exercise procedureSpecifications Fault Detection SystemAutomatic Operation Checking Automatic OperationFault Description Reset Fault Detection SystemNo LED Discharged Battery Low Oil PressureGenerator Maintenance Changing Engine Oil and FilterChanging Oil Changing Oil FilterStorage To Clean the GeneratorWhen Calling the Factory Troubleshooting Problem Cause CorrectionDown when loads are connected AvailableSchematic Wiring Diagram Page Limited Warranty Tabla DE Contenido Sensor de Excitación de Tensión de la CompañíaAdvertencia Símbolos de Peligro y SignificadosDeterminados componentes en este producto y los Gases Tóxicos Manual de OperarioLos generadores producen un voltaje muy poderoso Precaución Instala el fusible se puede producir el arranque del motorConozca SU Generador DE Reserva Etiqueta del MotorFiltro de Aceite Salida del Escape Manguera de Drenaje de Aceite Etiqueta deConozca EL Panel DE Control DisyuntorConserve Estas Instrucciones IntroducciónResponsabilidades DEL Instalador Responsabilidades DEL ClienteProcedimientos DE Instalación Elevación del Generador Ubicación del Generador de ReservaDistancias Desde el Generador Pautas Generales para la Ubicación del GeneradorDispositivo Vatiaje de Circuitos FundamentalesSelección de los Circuitos Fundamentales Techo y Puerta de Acceso Desmontables Dimensiones de la Entrada de CombustibleDirectrices de Montaje del Cuadro de Desconexión Sistema DE Combustible Gaseoso Gas Natural Vapor de PL Consumo de CombustibleAl generador de Reserva Propano Líquido PL peso específico = Dimensiones de la Cañería de CombustibleGas Natural peso específico = Tasa de consumo 32F 20F 10F 30F 40F Cuadro de Comparación de CombustiblesPropiedades físicas Propano Gas natural Conexiones DE Cables Antes DEL Arranque InicialConexión de la Batería Instale el fusible de 15 Amperios en el panel de controlFije el interruptor AUTO/OFF/MANUAL en la posición Auto Servicio la BateríaSelección DEL Sistema DE Combustible Arranque Inicial SIN CargaSecuencia DE Operación Automática Sistema de Suministro de CombustibleInspección Posterior a LA Instalación Temporizador de enfriamiento del motorEspecificaciones Operación AutomáticaSistema DE Detección DE Fallas Verificación de la Operación AutomáticaLas patillas de las baterías, los terminales y los Mantenimiento DEL Generador Cambio del Aceite del Motor y del FiltroCambio del Filtro de Aceite Cambio del AceiteSi Llama a la Fábrica AlmacenamientoPara Limpiar el Generador Reparacion DE Averias Notas Garantía Limitada Table DES Matières Avertissement Symboles de Danger et MoyensVeuillez Conserver CES Instructions NE touchez PAS les fils dénudés ou les boîtiers Avis FAMILIARISEZ-VOUS Avec Votre Génératrice D’ÉTAT D’ATTENTE Filtre à Air Et Jauge dHuile Filtre à lHuileFAMILIARISEZ-VOUS Avec LE Tableau DE Commande Fusible de15 Ampères DisjoncteurResponsabilités DE Linstallateur Aide À LinstallationConservez CES Instructions IntroductionProcédures Dinstallation Conseils AU PropriétaireEmplacement du Génératrice d’état d’Attente Directives Générales Concernant lEmplacementSoulèvement de la Génératrice Dégagement Autour de la GénératriceAppareil Watts Circuits EssentielsSélection des Circuits Essentiels Toit Amovible et Porte dAccès Dimensions de lOrifice dAdmission du CombustibleDirectives dAssemblage du Boîtier de Débranchement LE Système DE Combustible Gazeux Consommation de Combustible Il faudrait inclure une sortie pour manomètreVers le génératrice ’état d’attente Gas Naturel Vapeur PLGrosseur du Tuyau de Combustible Gaz de Pétrole Liquéfié GPL densité = 1,50Charte de Comparaison des Combustibles Propriétés physiques Propane Gaz naturel32F 20F 10F 30F 40F 12,2 C 17,8 C 23,3 C 34,4 C 40 CRaccords DE Fils Avant LE Démarrage InitialBranchement de la Batterie Rechargez la BatterieRéglez linterrupteur AUTO/OFF/MANUAL sur Auto Entretien de la BatterieSélection DU Système DE Combustible Démarrage Initial Sans ChargeSystème dAlimentation en Combustible Réglez linterrupteur AUTO/OFF/MANUAL sur ManualVérification Installation Capteur de Prise en Charge de la Tension de ServiceRéglage DE LA Minuterie DU Cycle Dexercice Minuterie de Refroidissement du MoteurCaractéristiques Fonctionnement AutomatiqueSystème DE Détection DES Pannes Entretien du SystèmeNombre de Clignotements Du Voyant Réarmement du Système de Détection des PannesAucun DEL Batterie déchargée Faible Pression dHuileEntretien DU Générateur Changement dHuile à Moteur et de FiltreVidange de lHuile Changement du filtre à huileCommunications avec le Fabricant RemisagePour Nettoyer le Générateur Dépannage Garantie Limitée

040220A specifications

Briggs & Stratton is renowned for its high-performance engines, and the Briggs & Stratton 040220A is no exception. This powerful engine is designed to deliver reliable performance for a variety of outdoor applications, including lawn mowers, garden tractors, and other small machinery. One of the standout features of the 040220A is its sturdy construction. It is built with high-quality materials, ensuring durability and longevity, even under demanding conditions.

The 040220A is equipped with an overhead valve (OHV) design, which enhances engine efficiency and provides better fuel economy. This technology allows for improved airflow and better combustion, resulting in increased power output while reducing emissions. With its advanced engineering, the engine is capable of delivering consistent performance across a range of applications, making it a versatile choice for both residential and commercial users.

Another important characteristic of the 040220A is its easy starting system. Designed for user convenience, this engine features a user-friendly recoil start mechanism that ensures reliable ignition with minimal effort. This is particularly beneficial for users who value time efficiency and want to avoid the hassle of complicated starting procedures.

The 040220A also boasts impressive torque and horsepower ratings, which contribute to its ability to handle tough tasks with ease. This engine is designed to provide ample power for heavy-duty cutting, mulching, and other demanding applications, ensuring that users can complete their work efficiently.

In addition to its power and performance, the Briggs & Stratton 040220A is also designed with user maintenance in mind. It features easy-access oil fill and drain ports, making routine maintenance tasks straightforward. This attention to user convenience helps ensure that owners can keep their engines in optimal working condition with minimal effort.

Overall, the Briggs & Stratton 040220A stands out as a reliable and powerful engine that incorporates advanced technologies and features aimed at enhancing performance and ease of use. Its robust design, efficient operation, and commitment to user convenience make it an excellent choice for anyone in need of a dependable engine for their outdoor power equipment. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a professional landscaper, the 040220A is engineered to meet your needs with proven performance and reliability.
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