Briggs & Stratton 01648-1 Generator Cleaning, Generator Storage, Other Storage Tips

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STORAGE

PowerBOSS™	4500W Portable Generator	STORAGE

Generator Cleaning

Engine Storage

• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.

See engine operator’s manual for instructions.

CAUTION

Improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten its life.

•DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.

•DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.

•Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil.

•Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris.

•Inspect cooling air slots and opening on generator.These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.

STORAGE

The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than

30 days, use the following guidelines to prepare it for storage.

Generator Storage

•Clean the generator as outlined in “Generator Cleaning”.

•Check that cooling air slots and openings on generator are open and unobstructed.

WARNING

Storage covers can be flammable.

•DO NOT place a storage cover over a hot generator.

•Let equipment cool for a sufficient time before placing the cover on the equipment.

Other Storage Tips

•To prevent gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts, add fuel stabilizer into fuel tank and fill with fresh fuel. Run the unit for several minutes to circulate the additive through the carburetor. The unit and fuel can then be stored for up to

24 months. Fuel stabilizer can be purchased locally.

•DO NOT store fuel from one season to another unless it has been treated as described above.

•Replace fuel container if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in fuel can cause problems if it's used with this unit.

•Store unit in a clean and dry area.

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Contents Model / Modelo 01648-1 4500W ADVERTENCIABRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC Operator’s Manual Manual del OperarioTABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULESHazard Symbols and Meanings PowerBOSSSAFETY RULES Battery electrolyte fluid contains acid and is extremely causticContact with battery fluid will cause severe chemical burns Generator produces powerful voltageBroken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains could result Severe burns can occur on contactUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Excessively low speeds impose a heavy loadFEATURES AND CONTROLS KNOW YOUR GENERATOROil Fill 120/240 Volt AC 30 Amp Receptacle Idle Control Switch Recoil Starter Fuel Valve Air Cleaner Choke LeverASSEMBLY Install Wheel KitASSEMBLY Unpacking the GeneratorAdd Engine Oil BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINEAdd Fuel USING THE GENERATOR Connecting to a Building’s Electrical SystemSystem Ground Generator LocationConnecting Electrical Loads OPERATING THEGENERATOR Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Charging a BatteryOperating Automatic Idle Control RECEPTACLES 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, GFCI Duplex Receptacles 12 Volt DC, 10 Amp ReceptacleTesting the GFCI Ground Fault ProtectionGenerator produces hazardous voltage/current Creating a Temporary Cold Weather Shelter COLD WEATHER OPERATIONCreating a Permanent Cold Weather Shelter DONT OVERLOAD GENERATOR Power ManagementCapacity SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONSEngine Maintenance Maintenance MinderGenerator Cleaning STORAGEGenerator Storage Other Storage TipsTROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTINGProblem CausePowerBOSS BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC JEFFERSON, WI, USA Consumer Use2 years Commercial UseCONSERVE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES TABLA DE CONTENIDOSDESCRIPCIÓN DEL EQUIPO REGLAS DE SEGURIDADPELIGRO REGLAS DE SEGURIDADUna pequeña chispa puede encender el hidrógeno y causar una explosión Usted puede quedar ciego o sufrir heridas muy gravesPRECAUCIÓN Como resultado, podrían producirse fracturas, contusiones o esguincesQuemaduras severas pueden ocurrir al hacer contacto CUANDO AJUSTE O HAGA REPARACIONES A SU GENERADORCONOZCA SU GENERADOR POWERBOSSCARACTERÍSTICAS Y CONTROLES MONTAJE MONTAJEDesembalaje del Generador Instale el Juego de RuedasANTES DE DARLE ARRANQUE AL MOTOR Agregar Aceite al MotorAgregue Combustible CUANDO AÑADA COMBUSTIBLEUSO DEL GENERADOR OPERACIÓNTierra del Sistema Conexión al Sistema Eléctrico de un EdificioOPERANDO EL GENERADOR Encienda el MotorConexion De Cargas Electricas Figura 15 - Válvulas de CombustibleParado Del Motor Funcionamiento del Control Automatico de Marcha en VacioCarga de la Bateria NO SOBRECARGUE EL GENERADOR.Vea No Sobrecargue GeneradorRECEPTÁCULOS PRECAUCIÓN 120/240 Voltios AC, 30 Amp, Receptáculo de Seguridad120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, GFCI Receptáculos Dobles Tomacorrientes de 12 Voltios DCComprobación del GFCI Protección Contra Fallos de Conexión a TierraEl generador produce niveles de tensión/corriente peligrosos OPERACIÓN DURANTE UN CLIMA FRÍO Creación de una Clima Frío Estructura de Protección ProvisionalCreación de una Clima Frío Estructura de Protección Permanente Figura 21 - Clima Frío Estructura de ProtecciónNO SOBRECARGUE GENERADOR CapacidadControl de la Energía EjemploESPECIFICACIONES RECOMENDACIONES GENERALES DE MANTENIMIENTOMANTENIMIENTO Mantenimiento del MotorALMACENAMIENTO ALMACENAMIENTOPara Limpiar el Generador Almacenando el GeneradorDIAGNOSITICOS DE AVERÍAS DIAGNOSITICOS DE AVERÍASEl motor está funcionando pero no existe salida de AC disponsibleBRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC JEFFERSON, WI, EE.UU BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLCUso del consumidor Uso comercial