Briggs & Stratton Power Products Home Standby Generator
Installation,
WIRE CONNECTIONS
Recommended Torque Values
Torque all wire connections/fasteners to values recommended in Figure 10. Suitable for copper wire of 60°/75°C rating.
Figure 10 — Recommended Torque Values
CONNECTIONS: | Torque Value |
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In Main Distribution Panel: |
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Refer to panel manufacturer specs |
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In Disconnect Box: |
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240V AC Utility | 5 |
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Engine Start | 5 |
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Remote Status | 5 |
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Generator | 17 |
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Ground | 40 |
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Circuit Breakers:
Refer to circuit breaker manufacturer specs
Generator AC Connection System
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NOTE: Neutral is not bonded to ground at generator.
Remote Diagnostic LED Plate
The light on the remote LED plate is referred to as the Diagnostic LED.The LED will stay lit indicating the generator is in ready mode and will turn on and off in a series of blinks if certain faults are detected in the Home Standby Generator.A mounting plate is supplied so that it can be installed at a convenient indoor location.The owner will use it to observe the status of the Home Standby Generator. Consult with the owner for a convenient location.
To install the remote diagnostic LED plate:
•Mount installer-supplied electrical box to wall.
•Using
NOTE: LED leads are polarity sensitive.
• Attach mounting plate to electrical box.
Refer to the section “Fault Detection System” on page 20 for operation.
BEFORE INITIAL START-UP
Engine Oil
This engine is shipped from the factory filled with the recommended oil. Before starting the engine, check oil level and ensure that engine is serviced as described in the engine owner’s manual.
Grounding the Generator
Generator Control Circuit
Connection
Control circuit interconnections consist of "240V AC Utility" leads.These two leads must be routed in conduit. Control lead functions are briefly described as follows:
•Leads deliver utility power to the generator’s circuit board, optional battery warmer and oil heater and charge the battery.
Using
CAUTION
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil will result in equipment failure.
•Refer to engine manual for oil fill information.
•Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty.
Oil Considerations
Your Home Standby Generator is equipped with an engine that has been
The generator is filled with synthetic oil (API SJ/CF 5W- 30W).This allows for generator operation in the widest range of temperature and climate conditions.
NOTE: The use of synthetic oil DOES NOT alter the required oil change intervals described in the engine owner’s manual.
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