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Outdoor Portable Generator
Operator's Manual
Model Number _____________________________
Revision __________________________________
Serial Number ______________________________
Date Purchased ____________________________
Copyright © 2020. Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved.
1800-356-632 (AUS) or 0800-484-282 (NZ)
BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com.au
Manual No. 80088462 Revision -
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- Page 1 Outdoor Portable Generator Operator’s Manual Model Number _____________________________ Revision __________________________________ Serial Number ______________________________ Date Purchased ____________________________ Copyright © 2020. Briggs & Stratton Corporation Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved. 1800-356-632 (AUS) or 0800-484-282 (NZ) BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com.au Manual No. 80088462 Revision -...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Equipment Description Table of Contents Equipment Description Read this manual carefully and become familiar Equipment Description ......2 with your outdoor generator. - Page 3 Equipment Description Connect Battery InfoHub™ Portable Wireless App You must connect the battery to the generator to enable Download the InfoHub Portable App* to pair the electric or remote starting. The display panel, LED’s and Bluetooth® enabled generator to your approved Android or e-choke system are powered by the battery also.
- Page 4 Equipment Description Fuel Cap Maintenance Cover Grounding Fastener Choke Lever (under cover) Air Cleaner (under cover) Battery Cover Retractable Handle On/Off Button Activate Switch Low Oil Indicator Hour Meter QPT Button Fuel Valve Recoil Starter Spark Arrester Muffler/Exhaust Identification Label Oil Service Cover Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick (under cover) Oil Drain Plug (under cover)
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Page 5: Features And Controls
Features and Controls Compare the illustrations with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and product warnings. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Shutdown Indicator Light USB Ports 12 Volt DC Receptacle DC Circuit Breaker 230 Volt AC, 15 Amp Circuit Breaker Receptacle 12 Volt DC Receptacle —... - Page 6 Features and Controls Exhaust/muffler Point away from home BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com.au...
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Page 7: Operation
Operation Operation WARNING! Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that could kill you in Step 1: Safe Location minutes. You cannot smell it, see it, or taste it. Even if you do not smell exhaust fumes, you could still be Before starting the portable generator there are two equally exposed to carbon monoxide gas. - Page 8 Operation Operation Location to Reduce the Risk of Fire • Do not place portable generator under a deck or other type of structure that may confine airflow. Smoke alarm(s) WARNING! Exhaust heat/gases could ignite must be installed and maintained indoors according to the combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank manufacturer’s instructions/recommendations.
- Page 9 Operation Step 2: Oil and Fuel Fuel must meet these requirements: • Clean, fresh, unleaded fuel with a minimum of 91 RON 1. Move generator outdoors to a flat, level surface. (87 octane/87 AKI). 2. Turn dial and open cover over oil fill area. •...
- Page 10 Operation Step 3: Generator Start Up 4B. For manual starting; grasp recoil and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly to start engine. Turn off all electrical loads connected to the generator. Use The e-choke will still engage with a low battery. the following start instructions: NOTICE If generator continues not to start, your battery 1.
- Page 11 Operation 230 Volt AC, 15 Amp Receptacles WARNING! Damaged or overloaded extension cords could overheat, arc, and burn resulting in These receptacles are protected against overload by an death or serious injury. internal overload system. • Electrical equipment, including cables and plug Use receptacles to operate 230 Volt AC, single–phase, 50 connections, should not be defective.
- Page 12 Operation Generator Capacity 3. Permit the generator output to stabilize (engine runs smoothly and attached device operates properly). To make sure your generator can supply enough running 4. Plug in and turn on the next load. watts and starting watts for the items you will power at the 5.
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Page 13: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Cleaning Daily or before use, look around and underneath Maintenance Schedule the generator for signs of oil or fuel leaks. Clean any Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs accumulated debris. Keep area around muffler free from first. - Page 14 Maintenance Engine Maintenance CAUTION Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact with used motor oil. Used motor oil has been shown Oil Recommendations to cause skin cancer in certain laboratory animals. We recommend the use of Briggs & Stratton Warranty Thoroughly wash exposed areas with soap and water. Certified oils for best performance.
- Page 15 Maintenance Service Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Changing the spark plug will help your engine to start WARNING! Fuel and its vapors are extremely easier and run better. flammable which could cause burns or fire resulting in death or serious injury. 1.
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Page 16: Storage
Storage Storage 4. Turn fuel valve counterclockwise to the off ( position. If storing the unit for more than 30 days, use the following 5. Charge battery as outlined in Battery Maintenance. guidelines to prepare it for storage. 6. Store generator in clean, dry area and cover with a Long Term Storage Instructions suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting/Specifications
Troubleshooting/Specifications Problem Cause Correction 1. One of the circuit breakers is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Poor connection or defective cord set. 2. Check and repair. 3. Connect another device that is in 3. Connected device is bad. Engine is running, but no AC good condition. - Page 18 Notes BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com.au...
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Page 20: Warranty
Warranty BRIGGS & STRATTON PRODUCTS WARRANTY POLICY Limited Warranty Briggs & Stratton warrants that, during the warranty period specified below, it will repair or replace, free of charge, any part that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective for and is subject to the time periods and conditions stated below.