Briggs & Stratton 30227 Operating Generator, Starting the Engine, Connecting Electrical Loads

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6500W Portable Generator

OPERATION

 

 

 

OPERATING THE

GENERATOR

CAUTION

Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.

See “Don’t Overload Generator”.

Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting electrical loads.

Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON for operation.

Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator before stopping generator.

Starting the Engine

Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use the following start instructions:

1.Make sure unit is on a level surface.

IMPORTANT: Failure to start and operate unit on a level surface will cause the unit not to start or to shut down during operation.

2.Turn the fuel valve to the “On” position (Figure 5).The fuel valve handle should be vertical (pointing toward the ground) for fuel to flow.

Figure 5 — Fuel Valve

Fuel Valve is shown in the On position

3.Start engine according to instructions given in the engine owner’s manual.

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.

NOTE: If engine starts after 3 pulls but fails to run, or if unit shuts down during operation, make sure unit is on a level surface and check for proper oil level in crankcase.

This unit may be equipped with a low oil protection device. See engine manual.

WARNING

Running engines produce heat.Temperature of muffler and nearby areas can reach or exceed 150°F (65°C).

Severe burns can occur on contact.

Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush, etc. can catch fire.

DO NOT touch hot surfaces.

Allow equipment to cool before touching.

The generator must be at least 5 feet from structures having combustible walls and/or other combustible materials.

Keep at least 3 feet of clearance on all sides of generator for adequate cooling, maintenance and servicing.

In the State of California a spark arrester is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. If you equip the muffler with a spark arrester, it must be maintained in effective working order.

Connecting Electrical Loads

Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting.

Plug in and turn on the desired 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads.

DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt duplex receptacles.

DO NOT connect 3–phase loads to the generator.

DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator.

DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. See “Don’t Overload the Generator”.

Stopping the Engine

1.Unplug all electrical loads from generator panel receptacles. Never start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned ON.

2.Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize internal temperatures of engine and generator.

3.Turn engine off according to instructions given in the engine owner’s manual.

4.Move fuel valve to “Off” position.

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30227 specifications

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