Stopping The Engine; Low Oil Shutdown; Cold Weather Operation - Briggs & Stratton 030641-00 Operator's Manual

WARNING Damaged or overloaded electrical cables could overheat,
arc, and burn resulting in death or serious injury.
• ONLY use suitably rated extension cables.
• Follow all safety instructions on extension cables.
• Inspect cables before each use.
NOTICE
• DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator.
• DO NOT connect 50 Hz loads to the generator.
• DO NOT OVERLOAD THE GENERATOR. See Don't Overload Generator.
NOTICE Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity could damage
generator and/or electrical devices connected to it.
• DO NOT exceed the generator's wattage/amperage capacity. See Don't
Overload Generator in the Operation section.
• Start generator and let engine stabilize before connecting electrical loads.
• Connect electrical loads in OFF position, then turn ON for operation.
• Turn electrical loads OFF and disconnect from generator before stopping
generator.
WARNING Generator voltage could cause electrical shock or burn
resulting in death or serious injury.
• Use approved transfer equipment to prevent backfeed by isolating
generator from electric utility workers.
• When using generator for backup power, notify utility company.
• DO NOT connect generator to a building's electrical system.
• Use a residual-current device (RCD) in any damp or highly conductive
area, such as metal decking or steel work.
• DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
• DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are worn, frayed, bare
or otherwise damaged.
• DO NOT operate generator in the rain or wet weather.
• DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while standing in water,
while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet.
• DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or service generator.

Stopping the Engine

1. Turn OFF and unplug all electrical loads from generator panel
receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged
in and turned ON.
2. Let engine run at no-load for several minutes to stabilize internal
temperatures of engine and generator.
3. Turn key in start switch to OFF (0) position.
WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive which could cause burns, fire or explosion
resulting in death or serious injury.
• DO NOT stop engine by moving choke control to CHOKE (
4. Turn fuel valve to OFF (0) position.

Low Oil Shutdown

If the engine oil drops below a preset level, an oil switch will stop the engine or
will not allow you to start the engine. Make sure unit is on a level surface and
check oil level with dipstick.
If oil level is at FULL mark on dipstick:
1. DO NOT try to restart the engine.
2. Contact an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer.
3. DO NOT operate engine until oil level is corrected.
If oil level is below FULL mark on dipstick:
1. Add oil to bring level to FULL mark.
2. Restart engine and if the engine stops again a low oil condition may still
exist. DO NOT try to restart the engine.
3. Contact an Authorized Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer.
4. DO NOT operate engine until oil level is corrected.
Cold Weather Operation Figure
Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below 4°C [40°F] combined
with high humidity), your generator may experience icing of the carburetor
and/or the crankcase breather system. To reduce this problem, you need to
perform the following:
1. Make sure generator has clean, fresh fuel.
2. Open fuel valve (turn valve to ON (I) position).
3. Use SAE 5W-30
4. Check oil level daily or after every eight (8) hours of operation.
5. Maintain generator following Maintenance Schedule in Maintenance
section.
6. Shelter unit from elements.
Creating a Temporary Cold Weather Shelter
1. For temporary shelter, the original shipping carton can be used.
2. Cut off top carton flaps and one long side of carton to expose muffler
side of unit. If required, tape up other sides of carton to fit over
generator as shown.
NOTICE If required, remove wheel kit to fit carton over generator as shown.
3. Cut appropriate slots to access receptacles of unit.
4. Face exposed end away from wind and elements.
5. Locate generator as described in the section Generator Location. Keep
exhaust gas from entering a confined area through windows, doors,
ventilation intakes or other openings.
WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes.
You CANNOT see it, smell it, or taste it. Even if you do not smell
exhaust fumes, you could still be exposed to carbon monoxide
gas. If you start to feel sick, dizzy or weak while using this product, shut it off
and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon
monoxide poisoning.
• Operate this product ONLY outside far away from windows, doors and
vents to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide gas from accumulating and
potentially being drawn towards occupied spaces.
• Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or plug-in carbon
monoxide alarms with battery back-up according to the manufacturer's
instructions. Smoke alarms cannot detect carbon monoxide gas.
• DO NOT run this product inside homes, garages, basements,
crawlspaces, sheds, or other partially-enclosed spaces even if using fans
or opening doors and windows for ventilation. Carbon monoxide can
quickly build up in these spaces and can linger for hours, even after the
product has shut off.
• ALWAYS place this product downwind and point the engine exhaust away
from occupied spaces.
6. Start generator as described in the section Starting the Engine, then
place shelter over generator. Keep at least 1.5 m (5 ft.) clearance on all
sides of generator including overhead with shelter in place.
WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles, structures
) position.
• DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
• Allow equipment to cool before touching.
• Keep at least 1.5 m (5 ft.) of clearance on all sides of generator including
overhead.
• Remove shelter when temperatures are above 4°C [40°F].
7. Remove shelter when temperatures are above 4°C [40°F].
8. Turn engine OFF and let cool two (2) minutes before refueling. Let any
spilled fuel evaporate before starting engine.
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oil.
or damage fuel tank causing a fire, resulting in death or
serious injury.
Contact with muffler area could cause burns resulting in
serious injury.
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