To Clean The Generator; When Calling The Factory; Storage - Briggs & Stratton 01897-0 Installation And Owner's Manual

To Clean the Generator

• Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean.
CAUTION
Improper treatment of generator can damage it and
shorten its life.
• DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt,
or corrosive vapors.
• DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
• Use a soft, bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt, oil, etc.
• Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt 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.
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Standby Generator
Installation, Start-Up and Owner's Manual

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 unit Model Number and Serial Number from
unit data decal. See "Know Your Standby Generator"
diagram for location.
2. Obtain engine Model/Type/Code numbers from engine
label. See "Know Your Standby Generator" diagram for
location. Please note that model number may vary
slightly from that presented herein.

STORAGE

The Briggs & Stratton 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 & Stratton Technical Services at
1-800-743-4115, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT for
specific recommendations.
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