Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Portable Generator manual Features and Controls, Items Not Shown

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Features and Controls

Read this Operator’s Manual and safety rules before operating your generator.

Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

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A - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles — May be

used to supply electrical power for the operation of

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single phase, 60 Hz electrical, lighting, appliance, tool, and motor loads.

B - Circuit Breakers (AC) — The 120 Volt AC, 20A duplex receptacles are provided with "push to reset" circuit breakers to protect the generator against electrical overload.

C - Double Pole Circuit Breaker (AC) — The 120/240 Volt AC, 30A locking receptacle is provided with a double pole circuit breaker to protect the generator against electrical overload. This switch also controls all receptacles.

D - 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle — May be used to supply electrical power for the operation of 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single phase, 60 Hz electrical, lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.

E - Grounding Fastener — Consult your local agency having jurisdiction for grounding requirements in your area.

F - Data Tag — Provides model, revision, and serial number

of generator. Please have these readily available when calling for assistance.

G - Spark Arrester Muffler — Exhaust muffler lowers engine noise and is equipped with a spark arrester screen.

H - Air Cleaner — Protects engine by filtering dust and debris out of intake air.

J - Choke Lever — Used when starting a cold engine.

K - Fuel Tank — Capacity of seven (7) U.S. gallons (26.5 L).

Items Not Shown:

Battery Float Charger Jack — Use battery float charger to keep the starting battery charged and ready for use.

Engine Identification — Provides model, type and code of engine. Please have these readily available if calling for assistance.

Engine Rocker Switch — Set this switch to run position (I) before using recoil starter. Set switch to stop position (O) to stop engine.

Fuel Valve — Used to turn fuel supply on and off to engine. Oil Drain Plug — Drain engine oil here.

Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick — Check and fill engine with oil here. Recoil Starter — Used to start the engine.

Start Switch — Push and hold in “Start” position for a maximum of 15 seconds during each start attempt, until engine starts.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Date Purchased Where to Find UsGenerator EngineTable of Contents Hazard Symbols and Meanings Operator SafetySafety Rules Safety alert symbol is used with a signal wordBroken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result Engine exhaust from this product containsUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock When Testing for Engine SparkContact with muffler area can result in serious burns Unpack Generator AssemblyInstall Wheel Kit Install the wheel kit as followsFuel must meet these requirements Add Engine OilAdd Fuel Replace oil fill cap and fully tightenSystem Ground Attach Negative Battery CableConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System To installClearances and Air Movement Generator LocationItems Not Shown Features and ControlsUsed to supply electrical power for the operation Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles May beVolt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles Cord Sets and ReceptaclesNema L14-30 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking ReceptacleBattery Float Charger Starting the Engine OperationCold Weather Operation Connecting Electrical LoadsOil Pressure Shutdown Stopping the EngineCreating a Permanent Shelter Creating a Temporary ShelterAn emergency, use the original shipping carton Wattage Reference Guide Don’t Overload GeneratorGenerator Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Oil Battery MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Service Spark Plug Service Air CleanerTo service the air cleaner, follow these steps Wipe clean inside of base E and cover thoroughlyAir Cooling System Install spark plug and tighten firmlyService Spark Arrester Carburetor AdjustmentStorage Troubleshooting Warranties Emissions Control System WarrantyOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities Claims and Coverage Exclusions MaintenanceEmission Information Limited Warranty Page 800 Product SpecificationsCommon Service Parts Manual del Operario Fecha de compra Dónde encontrarnosGenerador MotorControles y características Resolución de problemas GarantíasSeguridad de operario MontajeSímbolos de peligro y sus significados Seguridad de operarioDescripción del equipo Reglas de seguridadCuando Transporte O Repare EL Equipo Cuando Anada Combustible O Vacíe EL DepósitoCuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL Equipo Cuando Opere EL EquipoCuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL Motor Cuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Máquina GeneradorInstale el juego de ruedas MontajeDesembalaje del generador Gran altitud Agregar aceite al motorAgregue combustible El combustible debe reunir los siguientes requisitosPara instalar Conecte el cable negativo de la bateríaTierra del sistema Conexión al sistema eléctrico de un edificioEspacio libre alrededor del generador Ubicación del generadorAmperios, monofásica de 60 Hz Controles y característicasAmps o mayores Juegos de cordones y enchufes conectoresDispositivo de seguridad de 120/240 V, 30 a Tomas eléctricas dobles de 120 V CA y 20 aCargador de flotación de la batería Encienda el motor OperandoOperación durante un clima frío Conexión de cargas eléctricasParada por falta de presión de aceite Parada del motorCreación de una estructura de protección permanente Creación de una estructura de protección provisionalControl de la energía No sobrecargar el generadorCapacidad EjemploMantenimiento del generador MantenimientoPlan de mantenimiento Comprobación del Nivel de Aceite Mantenimiento de la bateríaMantenimiento del motor Aceite Recomendaciones sobre el aceiteServicio del bujía Cambio de aceite del motorAsegúrese de que la unidad esté en una superficie plana Servicio del depurador de aireComprobación de holgura de la válvula Limpie la Pantalla ApagachispasLimpie e inspeccione el apagachispas de la siguiente manera Sistema de refrigeración de aireAlmacenamiento Problemo Causa Accion Resolución de problemasResponsabilidades de la garantía del propietario GarantíasGarantía del sistema de control de emisiones Información sobre emisiones Garantía Limitada Page Servicio común despide Especificaciones del producto

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