Briggs & Stratton P2000 8

	2. Slowly add unleaded fuel to red fuel level indicator (A)	Special Requirements
	in fuel tank. Be careful not to fill above the indicator.	There may be Federal, local codes, or ordinances that apply
	This allows adequate space for fuel expansion.	to the intended use of the generator. Please consult a
		qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or the local agency

	A	having jurisdiction:
	A	• This generator has a floating neutral and is not for use
		• This generator has a floating neutral and is not for use
		on job sites requiring a bonded neutral.

				Generator Location
				Clearances and Air Movement
3. Install fuel cap and let any spilled fuel evaporate before				WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite
				combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank
starting engine.				combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank
starting engine.				causing a fire, resulting in death, serious injury
High Altitude				and/or property damage.
High Altitude				• Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of generator
At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum
At altitudes over 5,000 feet (1524 meters), a minimum				including overhead.
85 octane / 85 AKI (89 RON) gasoline is acceptable. To				Place generator outdoors in an area that will not accumulate
remain emissions compliant, high altitude adjustment is				deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT place generator where exhaust
required. Operation without this adjustment will cause				gas (C) could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a
decreased performance, increased fuel consumption, and				potentially occupied building. Ensure exhaust gas is kept
			for
	Reproduction
increased emissions. See a Briggs & Stratton Authorized				away f om any windows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other
Dealer for high altitude adjustment information. Operation of				openings that can allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined
the engine at altitudes below 2,500 feet (762 meters) with				a ea. P evailing w nds a d air currents should be taken into
the high altitude kit is not recommended.				c nsideration when p siti ning generator.
Fuel Tank Cap Vent Lever	Not
The fuel tank cap is provided with a vent lever (B)		seal he
fuel tank. The vent lever must be in the “ON” p siti		n f r the
engine to run.
B
When the engine is not in use, leave the vent l v r in the
“OFF” position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage. Allow
the engine to cool before turning the vent lever to the “OFF”
position.

Grounding Fastener

The generator neutral is floating, which means that the AC stator winding is isolated from the grounding fastener and the AC receptacle ground pins. On a floating neutral generator the AC receptacle ground pins are not functional. Electrical devices, such as a GFCI, requiring a functioning AC receptacle ground pin will not operate.

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