Briggs & Stratton Portable Generator manual Engine Maintenance, Oil Oil Recommendations

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Engine Maintenance

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.

WHEN TESTING FOR ENGINE SPARK

•Use approved spark plug tester.

•DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed.

Oil

Oil Recommendations

We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Certified oils for best performance. Other high-quality detergent oils are acceptable if classified for service SF, SG, SH, SJ or higher. DO NOT use special additives.

Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine. Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected.

* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting.

**Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W30 may cause increased oil consumption. Check oil level more frequently.

NOTE: Synthetic oil meeting ILSAC GF-2, API

certification mark and API service symbol with

“SJ/CF ENERGY CONSERVING” or higher, is an

acceptable oil at all temperatures. Use of synthetic oil does not alter required oil change intervals.

Checking Oil Level

Oil level should be checked prior to each use or at least every 8 hours of operation. Keep oil level maintained.

1.Make sure generator is on a level surface.

2.Clean area around oil fill and remove oil fill cap.

3.Verify oil is at the point of overflowing at oil fill opening.

4.Replace and tighten oil fill cap.

Adding Engine Oil

1.Make sure generator is on a level surface.

2.Check oil level as described in Checking Oil Level.

3.If needed, slowly pour oil into oil fill opening to the point of overflowing at oil fill.

4.Replace and tighten oil fill cap.

Changing Engine Oil

Change the oil after the first 5 hours of operation. Change oil every 50 hours thereafter. If you are using your generator under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change the oil more often.

CAUTION

Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil.

•Used motor oil has been shown to cause skin cancer in certain laboratory animals.

•Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON’T

POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN

USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS.

Change the oil while the engine is still warm from running, as follows:

1.Make sure unit is on a level surface.

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

3.Clean area around oil drain plug (A). The oil drain plug is located at base of engine, opposite carburetor.

A

C

B

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Contents Operator’s Manual Where to Find Us GeneratorEngine Date PurchasedTable of Contents Operator Safety Safety RulesSafety alert symbol is used with a signal word Hazard Symbols and MeaningsCertain components in this product and related Engine exhaust from this product containsGenerator produces hazardous voltage Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could resultContact with muffler area can result in serious burns When Testing for Engine SparkUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Assembly Install Wheel KitInstall the wheel kit as follows Unpack GeneratorWhen Adding Fuel Verify Engine Oil LevelAdd Fuel Fuel must meet these requirementsConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System System GroundGenerator Location Special RequirementsFeatures and Controls Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles May beCord Sets and Receptacles Nema L14-30Generator Adapter Cord Set 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking ReceptacleOperation Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Connecting Electrical LoadsMove fuel valve to Off position Select the items you will power at the same time Power ManagementDon’t Overload Generator CapacityMaintenance Schedule MaintenanceGenerator Maintenance Engine Maintenance Oil Oil RecommendationsChecking Oil Level Adding Engine OilService Air Cleaner Service Spark PlugInstall spark plug and tighten firmly Service Spark ArresterClean and inspect the spark arrester as follows Clean Cooling SystemCarburetor Adjustment Check Valve ClearanceStorage Troubleshooting Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities Emissions Control System WarrantyWarranties Emission Information MaintenanceClaims and Coverage Exclusions Limited Warranty Product Specifications Common Service PartsAC Load Current 800Manual del Operario Dónde encontrarnos GeneradorMotor Fecha de compraResolución de problemas Garantías Seguridad de operarioMontaje Controles y característicasSeguridad de operario Descripción del equipoReglas de seguridad Símbolos de peligro y sus significadosDeterminados componentes en este producto y los Declaradas cancerígenas, causantes deCuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Máquina Generador Cuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL MotorMontaje Desembalaje del generadorInstale el juego de ruedas Siga estos pasos para instalar el juego de ruedasComprobar el nivel de aceite del motor Agregue combustibleEl combustible debe reunir los siguientes requisitos Evite el daño del generadorTierra del sistema Conexión al sistema eléctrico de un edificioUbicación del generador Requisitos EspecialesControles y características Amperios, monofásica de 60 HzJuegos de cordones y enchufes conectores Juego de cables del adaptador del generadorDispositivo de seguridad de 120/240 V, 30 a Tomas eléctricas dobles de 120 V CA y 20 aOperando Encienda el motorConexión de cargas eléctricas Parada del motorEl motor podría petardear, incendiarse o dañarse Gire la válvula de combustible hasta la posición OffNo sobrecargar el generador CapacidadEjemplo Control de la energíaPlan de mantenimiento MantenimientoMantenimiento del generador Mantenimiento del motor Aceite Recomendaciones sobre el aceiteComprobación del nivel de aceite Adición de aceite del motorCarburador Servicio del depurador de aireServicio del bujía Limpie la pantalla apagachispasLimpie e inspeccione el apagachispas de la siguiente manera Sistema de refrigeración de aireComprobación de holgura de la válvula Ajuste del carburadorAlmacenamiento Resolución de problemas Garantías Garantía del sistema de control de emisionesResponsabilidades de la garantía del propietario Operaciones de mantenimiento que se enumeran en lasInformación sobre emisiones Garantía Limitada Servicio común despide Especificaciones del productoCorriente Carga de C.A

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