Briggs & Stratton 01897-0 Introduction, Customer Responsibilities, Installer Responsibilities

Briggs & Stratton Power Products Standby Generator

Installation, Start-Up and Owner’s Manual

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your purchase of a Briggs & Stratton Standby Generator.This product is intended for use as an optional standby system which provides an alternate source of electric power and to serve loads such as heating, refrigeration systems, and communication systems that, when stopped during any power outage, could cause discomfort, or the like.This product DOES NOT qualify for emergency standby as defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).

This manual is an important document and should be retained by the owner after installation has been completed.

This manual contains installation, startup and adjustment instructions for a Standby Generator that supplies 120/240 Volt, single phase, 60Hz devices.The Standby Generator may be operated on LP or natural gas fuel.

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is both accurate and current. However, the manufacturer reserves the right to change, alter or otherwise improve the generator at any time without prior notice.

Briggs and Stratton has made every effort to provide for a safe, streamlined and cost-effective installation. Because each installation is unique, it is impossible to know of and advise the trade of all conceivable procedures and methods by which installation might be achieved. Neither could we know of possible hazards and/or the results of each method or procedure. For these reasons,

Only current licensed electrical and plumbing contractors should attempt Standby Generator installations. Installations must strictly comply with all applicable codes, industry standards and regulations.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and follow the instructions given in this manual, especially the section regarding selecting essential circuits.

•Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your Standby Generator, as specified in this manual.

INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

•Read and follow the instructions given in this manual.

IMPORTANT: If operating the generator below 10°F, a battery warmer and oil heater MUST be

installed. Both items are available at your local servicing dealer.

INSTALLATION

ASSISTANCE

For the Home or Business Owner:

To help you make informed choices and communicate effectively with your installation contractor(s),

Read and understand the

Owner Orientation Section of this manual

BEFORE contracting or starting

your Standby Generator installation.

To arrange for proper installation, contact the store at which you purchased your Briggs & Stratton Standby Generator, your dealer, a licensed electrician or your utility power provider.

The Standby Generator Warranty is VOID unless the generator is installed by licensed electrical and plumbing professionals.

For the Installing Dealer/Contractor:

For most applications, this manual contains all the information required to properly install and start the Standby Generator.This manual also describes essential circuit selection, routine operation and owner maintenance procedures.

If you need more information, call 1-800-743-4115, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT.

The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

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