Briggs & Stratton 40248 Assembly/Installation, Shipment Contents, Lifting the Generator

Assembly/Installation

Your generator is ready for use after you assemble the LP fuel tank housing pad components, make proper fuel connections, and verify that engine oil is at the proper level.

CAUTION

Any attempt to crank or start the engine without verifying it has been properly serviced with the recommended oil will result in equipment failure.

•Refer to Maintenance for oil fill information.

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

If you have any problems with the assembly of your generator, please call the generator helpline at

1-800-743-4115. If calling for assistance, please have the model, revision, and serial number from the data tag available. See “Generator Controls and Features” for data tag location.

Shipment Contents

The generator is supplied with:

•Generator pre-attached to mounting pad

•LP fuel tank housing tray assembly pre-attached to mounting pad

•Fuel hose and regulator assembly pre-attached to generator

•LP fuel tank all-weather cover

•Bag containing LP fuel tank attachment hardware

•Operator’s manual

•Battery

•Oil drain tray

•Touch-up paint

•One spare 15A fuse

•NG conversion kit

You must purchase two filled 20 pound DOT LP fuel tanks that are equipped with a listed over-filling prevention device (OPD).

Lifting the Generator

CAUTION The generator weighs more than

280 pounds (130 kg). Proper tools, equipment and qualified personnel should be used in all phases of handling and moving the generator. Each full LP tank will weigh more than 20 pounds (9 kg).

CAUTION DO NOT lift unit by roof as damage to generator will occur.

Lifting pockets are provided at each corner between the base of the generator and its mounting pad. See “Generator Controls and Features” for locations. Retouch any chipped paint with supplied touch-up paint.

Generator Location

Consider these factors when determining the proper generator operating location:

•Install the unit outdoors on a flat, level surface with provisions for adequate ventilation. This will allow for dispersion of deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT install generator where exhaust gas could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building areas.

Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU IN MINUTES.

Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poison gas you cannot see or smell.

NEVER use in the home ONLY use outdoors and

or in partly enclosed far from open windows, areas such as garages. doors, and vents.

Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings that can allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined area (Figure 1). Prevailing winds and air currents should be taken into consideration when positioning generator.

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Figure 1 — Generator Clearances

A - Engine Exhaust Opening

•The unit must have at least 5 ft. (152 cm) of clearance on all sides of the enclosure and LP tank housing pad, including overhead. This will reduce the risk of exhaust heat or exhaust gases igniting nearby combustible materials and will provide for adequate cooling and generator maintenance.

WARNING

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

•Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of generator including overhead.

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