Briggs & Stratton 30201 Before Starting the Engine, Add Engine Oil, Add Fuel, When Adding Fuel

Models: 30201

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ASSEMBLY

6200W Portable Generator

PowerBOSS™

 

 

 

4.Place a washer on axle and then place an e-ring in axle groove.

5.Install e-ring with pliers, squeezing from top of e-ring to bottom of axle.

6.Repeat step 4 and 5 to secure second wheel.

7.Tip generator so that engine side is down.

8.Attach vibration mounts to support leg with 1/4-20 x 3/4” capscrews and 1/4-20 lock nuts.

9.Remove existing hardware from left unit vibration mount with 13mm wrench. Use same hardware to attach support leg.

10.Attach other side of support leg with M6 x 20 mm cap screw and M6 lock nut. Return generator to normal operating position (resting on wheels and support leg).

11.Attach handles to handle brackets on generator frame, as shown in Figure 1, with M8 x 45 mm capscrews, flat washers, nylon washers, and M8 lock nuts.

NOTE: Be sure to install the nylon washers between the handle brackets on the generator frame and the brackets on the handle assembly.

12.Loop handle pins to generator frame as shown in Figure 1. Raise handles and insert handle pins to move generator.

13.Check each fastener to ensure it is secure and the tires are inflated between 15-40 PSI.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

Add Engine Oil

• Place generator on a level surface.

CAUTION

Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended oil will result in equipment failure.

Refer to engine manual for oil fill information.

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

Refer to engine owner’s manual and follow oil recommendations and instructions.

NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to engine owner’s manual for recommendations.

NOTE: The generator assembly rotates on a prelubricated and sealed ball bearing that requires no additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.

Add Fuel

NOTE: This gasoline engine is certified to operate on

gasoline. Exhaust Emission Control System: EM (Engine Modifications).

WARNING

Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive.

Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.

WHEN ADDING FUEL

Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in tank.

Fill fuel tank outdoors.

DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.

Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.

1.Use clean, fresh, regular UNLEADED fuel with a minimum of 85 octane. DO NOT use fuel which contains Methanol. DO NOT mix oil with fuel.

2.Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.

3.Slowly add regular unleaded fuel to fuel tank. Be careful not to overfill. Allow about 1.5" of tank space for fuel expansion (Figure 2).

Figure 2 - Fuel Expansion

AirSpace

Tank

Fuel

1.5”

 

4.Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled fuel.

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Briggs & Stratton 30201 owner manual Before Starting the Engine, Add Engine Oil, Add Fuel, When Adding Fuel