Briggs & Stratton 8000 Watt Portable Generator manual Operation, Starting the Engine

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Operation

Starting the Engine

IMPORTANT: Always unplug the battery float charger before starting the generator.

Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use the following start instructions:

1. Make sure unit is on a level surface.

IMPORTANT: Failure to start and operate the unit on a level surface will cause the unit not to start or shut down during operation.

2.Turn the fuel valve to the “On” position. The fuel valve handle should be vertical (pointing toward the ground) for fuel to flow.

3. Push engine rocker switch to run position (I).

4. Push choke lever to “Choke” position.

5A. For electric starting, push and hold the start switch in “Start” position until generator starts. To prolong the life of starter components, DO NOT hold start switch in “Start” position for more than 15 seconds, and pause for at least 1 minute between starting attempts.

NOTE: If battery is discharged, use manual starting instructions.

5B. For manual starting, grasp recoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly one time only to start engine.

WARNING

Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go.

Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result.

•When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback.

•NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned on.

•If engine starts, proceed to step 7.

•If engine fails to start, proceed to step 6.

6.Move choke lever to “Half” choke position, and pull recoil handle twice.

•If engine fails to start, repeat steps 5 thru 7.

7.Slowly move choke lever to “Run” position. If engine falters, move choke lever to “Half” choke position until engine runs smoothly, and then to “Run” position.

IMPORTANT: If engine floods, place choke lever in “Run” position and crank until engine starts.

WARNING

Contact with muffler area can result in serious burns.

Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.

•DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.

•Allow equipment to cool before touching.

•Keep at least 5 feet (1.5 m) of clearance on all sides of generator including overhead.

•Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 36 Parks, Forests, and Public Property require equipment powered by an internal combustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained in effective working order, complying to USDA Forest service standard 5100-1C or later revision. In the State of California a spark arrester is required under section 4442 of the California Public resources code. Other states may have similar laws.

NOTE: If engine starts after 3 pulls but fails to run, or if unit shuts down during operation, make sure unit is on a level surface and check for proper oil level in crankcase. This unit may be equipped with a low oil protection device. If so, oil must be at proper level for engine to start.

•If engine starts, proceed to step 7.

•If engine fails to start, proceed to step 6.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Engine Where to Find UsGenerator Date PurchasedTable of Contents Safety alert symbol is used with a signal word Operator SafetySafety Rules Hazard Symbols and MeaningsEngine exhaust from this product contains Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could resultUnintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock When Testing for Engine SparkContact with muffler area can result in serious burns Install the wheel kit as follows AssemblyInstall Wheel Kit Unpack GeneratorReplace oil fill cap and fully tighten Add Engine OilAdd Fuel Fuel must meet these requirementsTo install Attach Negative Battery CableConnecting to a Building’s Electrical System System GroundGenerator Location Clearances and Air MovementVolt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles May be Features and ControlsUsed to supply electrical power for the operation Items Not Shown120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, Locking Receptacle Cord Sets and ReceptaclesNema L14-30 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex ReceptaclesBattery Float Charger Operation Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Connecting Electrical LoadsOil Pressure Shutdown Cold Weather OperationCreating a Permanent Shelter Creating a Temporary ShelterAn emergency, use the original shipping carton Don’t Overload Generator Wattage Reference GuideGenerator Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Oil Battery MaintenanceEngine Maintenance Wipe clean inside of base E and cover thoroughly Service Air CleanerTo service the air cleaner, follow these steps Service Spark PlugCarburetor Adjustment Install spark plug and tighten firmlyService Spark Arrester Air Cooling SystemStorage 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 Motor Dónde encontrarnosGenerador Fecha de compraMontaje Resolución de problemas GarantíasSeguridad de operario Controles y característicasReglas de seguridad Seguridad de operarioDescripción del equipo Símbolos de peligro y sus significadosCuando Opere EL Equipo Cuando Anada Combustible O Vacíe EL DepósitoCuando Ponga EN Funcionamiento EL Equipo Cuando Transporte O Repare EL EquipoCuando Ajuste O Haga Reparaciones a SU Máquina Generador Cuando Pruebe LA Bujía DEL MotorInstale el juego de ruedas MontajeDesembalaje del generador El combustible debe reunir los siguientes requisitos Agregar aceite al motorAgregue combustible Gran altitudConexión al sistema eléctrico de un edificio Conecte el cable negativo de la bateríaTierra del sistema Para instalarUbicación del generador Espacio libre alrededor del generadorControles y características Amperios, monofásica de 60 HzTomas eléctricas dobles de 120 V CA y 20 a Juegos de cordones y enchufes conectoresDispositivo de seguridad de 120/240 V, 30 a Amps o mayoresCargador de flotación de la batería Operando Encienda el motorParada del motor Conexión de cargas eléctricasParada por falta de presión de aceite Operación durante un clima fríoCreación de una estructura de protección provisional Creación de una estructura de protección permanenteEjemplo No sobrecargar el generadorCapacidad Control de la energíaMantenimiento del generador MantenimientoPlan de mantenimiento Aceite Recomendaciones sobre el aceite Mantenimiento de la bateríaMantenimiento del motor Comprobación del Nivel de AceiteServicio del depurador de aire Cambio de aceite del motorAsegúrese de que la unidad esté en una superficie plana Servicio del bujíaSistema de refrigeración de aire Limpie la Pantalla ApagachispasLimpie e inspeccione el apagachispas de la siguiente manera Comprobación de holgura de la válvulaAlmacenamiento Resolución de problemas Problemo Causa AccionResponsabilidades de la garantía del propietario GarantíasGarantía del sistema de control de emisiones Información sobre emisiones Garantía Limitada Page Especificaciones del producto Servicio común despide

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