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Briggs & Stratton Power Products Home Generator
Owners Manual
GENERATORMAINTENANCE
The generator warranty does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or neglect.To receive full
value from the warranty,the operator must maintain the
system as instructed in the engine owner’s manual.
All adjustments should be made at least once each season.
Follow the requirements in the engine owner’s manual.
Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean.
Operate the unit in an environment where it will not be
exposed to excessive dust,dirt, moisture or any corrosive
vapors.Cooling air louvers on the enclosure must not
become clogged with snow,leaves, or any other foreign
material.
Check the cleanliness of the unit frequently and clean when
dust,dirt, oil, moisture or other foreign substances are
visible on its exterior/interior surface.
NOTE:DO NOT use direct spray from a garden hose to
clean generator.Water can enter the engine and generator
and cause problems.

Changing Engine Oil

• Place the oil drain tube into an approved container.
• Push in and rotate the oil drain fitting 1/4 turn
counterclockwise.Slowly pull outward until oil starts
draining (Figure 5).DO NOT pull the oil drain fitting off
the engine.
• When the oil has drained, push the oil drain fitting in and
rotate 1/4 turn clockwise until it locks in place.
• Slide the oil drain tube up into the clamp on the
generator.
To fill your engine with oil:
• Follow the synthetic oil grade recommendation and oil
fill instructions given in the engine owner’s manual.

To Clean the Generator

• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
• Use a soft, bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, oil,etc .
• Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dir t and debris.
• Use low pressure air (not to exceed 25 psi) to blow away
dirt.Inspect cooling air slots and openings on the generator.
These openings must be kept clean and unobstructed.

When Calling the Factory

You must have the following information at hand if it is
necessary to contact a local service center regarding
service or repair of this unit:
1. Obtain the unit Model Number and Serial Number
from the unit data decal.See “Know Your Backup
Generator” diagram for location.
2. Obtain the engine Model/Type/Code numbers from the
engine label.See “Know Your Backup Generator”
diagram for location.Please note that the model
number may vary slightly from that presented herein.
STORAGE
The Briggs & Stratton Home Standby Generator is
designed for continuous backup operational duty.As such,
there is no need to take any storage precautions.However,
if it becomes necessary to take the system out of service
for an extended period,call Briggs and Stratton Technical
Services at 1-800-743-4115,between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM
CT for specific recommendations.
Figure 5 — Oil Drain Fitting
CAUTION
• Refer to engine manual for oil fill information.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended oil will result
in equipment failure.
• DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture,dust, dirt,
or corrosive vapors.
• DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and
shorten its life.
CAUTION