Briggs & Stratton 01655-3 Before Starting the Engine, Add Engine Oil, Add Fuel, Vent Knob

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ASSEMBLY

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Add Engine Oil

• Place generator on a level surface.

CAUTION

Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended oil will result in equipment failure.

•Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel fill information.

•Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void warranty.

•Use a long neck funnel when adding or changing oil.

•Refer to engine operator’s manual and follow oil recommendations and instructions.

NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to engine operator’s manual for recommendations.

NOTE: The alternator assembly rotates on a prelubricated and sealed ball bearing that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.

Add Fuel

1.Use clean, fresh, regular UNLEADED fuel with a minimum of 87 octane. DO NOT use fuel which contains Methanol. DO NOT mix oil with fuel.

2.Turn the vent knob fully counter-clockwise on the fuel gauge to open it (Figure 3).

Figure 3 — Vent Knob

Vent Knob

3.Clean area around fuel cap/gauge, remove cap.

4.Slowly add regular unleaded fuel to fuel tank. Be careful not to overfill. Allow about 1.5" of tank space for fuel expansion (Figure 4).

Figure 4 - Fuel Expansion

AirSpace

Tank

Fuel

1.5”

 

NOTE: This gasoline engine is certified to operate on

gasoline. Exhaust Emission Control System: EM (Engine Modifications).

WARNING

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

WHEN ADDING FUEL

•Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.

•Fill fuel tank outdoors.

•DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.

•Wait for spilled fuel to evaporate before starting engine.

•Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

•DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.

5.Install fuel cap and wait for any spilled fuel to evaporate.

6.If moving generator, turn the vent knob fully clockwise on the fuel gauge to close it.

IMPORTANT: The vent knob should be closed whenever you move the generator.

Vent Knob

As is common with all plastic fuel containers, the fuel tank supplied with this generator may swell or expand due to build-up of fuel vapors when the vent knob is closed.This tank is designed and has been tested to safely withstand pressure-buildup.The 'ballooning' condition is relieved by turning the vent knob fully counterclockwise.

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Contents 01655-3 Safety Rules Table of ContentsEquipment Description When Transporting or Repairing Equipment When Adding or Draining FuelWhen Starting Equipment When Operating EquipmentWhen Testing for Engine Spark When Adjusting or Making Repairs to Your GeneratorRecoil Starter Know Your GeneratorDouble Pole Circuit Attach Handle to Unit AssemblyCarton Contents Unpacking the GeneratorAdd Fuel When Adding FuelBefore Starting the Engine Add Engine OilGenerator Location Using the GeneratorConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System System GroundDo not Overload the GENERATOR. See Don’t Overload Generator Connecting Electrical LoadsOperating Generator Starting the Engine120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle ReceptaclesStopping the Engine Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex ReceptacleExample Power ManagementDont Overload Generator CapacityGenerator Maintenance SpecificationsGeneral Maintenance Recommendations Engine MaintenanceOther Storage Tips StorageGenerator Storage Engine StorageProblem Cause Solution TroubleshootingLimited Warranty Règles DE Sécurité Symboles de Danger et MoyensTable DES Matières Description DE L ÉquipementLorsque Vous Transportez OU Réparez Léquipement Lors DE Lajout OU DE LA Vidange DU CarburantLors DU Démarrage DE Léquipement Lorsque Léquipement FonctionneLors DE Tests Dallumage DU Moteur Lorsque Vous Réglez OU Réparez Votre GénérateurBouchon/repère de remplissage dhuile Ajoutez de lhuile Connaissez Votre GénérateurPrises de courant double de 120 Volts c.a., 20 Ampères Les Contenus De Boîte AssemblageEnlever le générateur de la boite Fixez la Poignée à lAppareil PrincipalLors DE Lajout DU Carburant Avant LE Démarrage DU MoteurAjoutez de lhuile à moteur Ajoutez de lessenceGénératrice Utilisation DE LADémarrage du Moteur Utilisation DU GénérateurBranchement des Charges Électriques Prise à Verrouillage de 120/240 Volts c.a., 30 Ampères Prises DE CourantArrêt du Moteur Volts c.a., 20 Ampères Prise de Courant DoubleExemple NE Surchargez PAS GénérateurCapacité Gestion de la ConsommationSpécifications Recommandations Générales D’ENTRETIENRemisage Remisage du Moteur DépannageAutres Idées de Remisage Garantie Limitée Période DE Garantie

01655-3 specifications

The Briggs & Stratton 01655-3 is an advanced portable generator renowned for its reliability and high-performance output. With its robust engineering, this generator is designed to meet the power needs of both residential and commercial applications, making it a versatile choice for users seeking a dependable source of electricity.

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