Assembly - Briggs & Stratton 30236 Operator's Manual

ASSEMBLY

Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for
use after it has been properly serviced with the
recommended oil and fuel.
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
generator, please call the generator helpline at
1-800-743-4115. If calling for assistance, please have the
model, revision, and serial number from the data tag
available. See "Know Your Generator" for data tag location.
Unpacking the Generator
1. Set the carton on a rigid flat surface.
2. Open carton completely by cutting each corner from
top to bottom.
3. Cut ties holding accessory kit and extension cord to
generator and remove everything from carton.
ASSEMBLY
BEFORE STARTING THE
ENGINE
Add Engine Oil
CAUTION!
Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before it has been properly serviced with the
recommended oil may result in an engine failure.
1. Place generator on a flat, level surface.
2. Clean area around oil fill and remove yellow oil fill cap.
NOTE: See the section "Oil" on page 16 to review oil
recommendations.Verify provided oil bottle is correct
viscosity for current ambient temperature.
3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of
provided oil bottle into oil fill opening.
4. Replace oil fill cap and fully tighten.
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