Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Portable Generator manual Cord Sets and Receptacles, Nema L14-30

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Cord Sets and Receptacles

Use only high quality, well-insulated, grounded extension cords with the generator’s 120 Volt duplex receptacle. Inspect extension cords before each use.

Check the ratings of all extension cords before you use them. Extension cord sets used should be rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps or greater for most electrical devices. Some devices, however, may not require this type of extension cord. Check the operator’s manuals of those devices for the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Keep extension cords as short as possible to minimize voltage drop.

WARNING

Overloaded electrical cords can overheat, arc, and burn resulting in death, bodily injury, and/or property damage.

•ONLY use cords rated for your loads.

•Follow all safeties on electrical cords.

120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle

Use a NEMA L14-30 plug with this receptacle. Connect a

4-wire cord set rated for 250 Volt AC loads at 30 Amps (or greater). You can use the same 4-wire cord if you plan to run a 120 Volt load.

4-Wire Cord Set

240V

120V 120V

W (Neutral)

Y (Hot)

X (Hot)

NEMA L14-30

Ground (Green)

This receptacle powers 120/240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 7,200 watts of power (7.2 kW) at

30 Amps for 240 Volts or two independent 120 Volt loads at 30 Amps each. The outlet is protected by a double pole rocker switch circuit breaker.

NOTICE

Receptacles may be marked with rating value greater than generator output capacity.

•NEVER attempt to power a device requiring more amperage than generator or receptacle can supply.

•DO NOT overload the generator. See Don’t Overload Generator.

120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles

Each duplex receptacle is protected against overload by a push-to-reset circuit breaker.

Use each receptacle to operate 120 Volt AC, single-phase,

60 Hz electrical loads requiring up to 2,400 watts (2.4 kW) at 20 Amps of current. Use cord sets that are rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps (or greater). Inspect cord sets before each use.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Where to Find Us GeneratorEngine Date PurchasedTable of Contents Operator Safety Safety RulesSafety alert symbol is used with a signal word Hazard Symbols and MeaningsEngine exhaust from this product contains Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could resultWhen Testing for Engine Spark Contact with muffler area can result in serious burnsUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock Assembly Install Wheel KitInstall the wheel kit as follows Unpack GeneratorAdd Engine Oil Add FuelReplace oil fill cap and fully tighten Fuel must meet these requirementsAttach Negative Battery Cable Connecting to a Building’s Electrical SystemTo install System GroundGenerator Location Clearances and Air MovementFeatures and Controls Used to supply electrical power for the operationVolt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles May be Items Not ShownCord Sets and Receptacles Nema L14-30120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex ReceptaclesBattery Float Charger Operation Starting the EngineConnecting Electrical Loads Oil Pressure ShutdownStopping the Engine Cold Weather OperationCreating a Temporary Shelter An emergency, use the original shipping cartonCreating a Permanent Shelter Don’t Overload Generator Wattage Reference GuideMaintenance Maintenance ScheduleGenerator Maintenance Battery Maintenance Engine MaintenanceOil Service Air Cleaner To service the air cleaner, follow these stepsWipe clean inside of base E and cover thoroughly Service Spark PlugInstall spark plug and tighten firmly Service Spark ArresterCarburetor Adjustment Air Cooling SystemStorage Troubleshooting Emissions Control System Warranty Owner’s Warranty ResponsibilitiesWarranties Maintenance Emission InformationClaims and Coverage Exclusions Limited Warranty Page Product Specifications Common Service Parts800 Manual del Operario Dónde encontrarnos GeneradorMotor Fecha de compraResolución de problemas Garantías Seguridad de operarioMontaje Controles y característicasSeguridad de operario Descripción del equipoReglas de seguridad Símbolos de peligro y sus significadosCuando Anada Combustible O Vacíe EL Depósito Cuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL EquipoCuando Opere EL Equipo Cuando Transporte O Repare EL EquipoCuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Máquina Generador Cuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL MotorMontaje Desembalaje del generadorInstale el juego de ruedas Agregar aceite al motor Agregue combustibleEl combustible debe reunir los siguientes requisitos Gran altitudConecte el cable negativo de la batería Tierra del sistemaConexión al sistema eléctrico de un edificio Para instalarUbicación del generador Espacio libre alrededor del generadorControles y características Amperios, monofásica de 60 HzJuegos de cordones y enchufes conectores Dispositivo de seguridad de 120/240 V, 30 aTomas eléctricas dobles de 120 V CA y 20 a Amps o mayoresCargador de flotación de la batería Operando Encienda el motorConexión de cargas eléctricas Parada por falta de presión de aceiteParada del motor Operación durante un clima fríoCreación de una estructura de protección provisional Creación de una estructura de protección permanenteNo sobrecargar el generador CapacidadEjemplo Control de la energíaMantenimiento Plan de mantenimientoMantenimiento del generador Mantenimiento de la batería Mantenimiento del motorAceite Recomendaciones sobre el aceite Comprobación del Nivel de AceiteCambio de aceite del motor Asegúrese de que la unidad esté en una superficie planaServicio del depurador de aire Servicio del bujíaLimpie la Pantalla Apagachispas Limpie e inspeccione el apagachispas de la siguiente maneraSistema de refrigeración de aire Comprobación de holgura de la válvulaAlmacenamiento Resolución de problemas Problemo Causa AccionGarantías Garantía del sistema de control de emisionesResponsabilidades de la garantía del propietario Información sobre emisiones Garantía Limitada Page Especificaciones del producto Servicio común despide

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