Generator Location - Briggs & Stratton 040248A Operator's Manual

Lifting the Generator
CAUTION Lifting Hazard / Heavy Object - Could result
in serious injury.
• DO NOT lift unit by roof as damage to generator will
occur.
• The generator weighs more than 280 pounds (130 kg).
• Proper tools, equipment and qualified personnel should
be used in all phases of handling and moving the
generator.
• Each full LP tank will weigh more than 20 pounds (9 kg).
Lifting pockets are provided at each corner between the
base of the generator and its mounting pad. See Generator
Controls and Features for locations. Retouch any chipped
paint with supplied touch-up paint.

Generator Location

Consider these factors when determining the proper
generator operating location.
• Place the unit outdoors on a flat, level surface with
provisions for adequate ventilation. This will allow
for dispersion of deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT install
generator where exhaust gas could accumulate and
enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied
building areas.
• Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any windows,
doors, ventilation intakes or other openings that
can allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined area.
Prevailing winds and air currents should be taken into
consideration when positioning generator.
• The unit must have at least 5 ft. (152 cm) of clearance
on all sides of the enclosure and LP tank housing pad,
including overhead. This will reduce the risk of exhaust
heat or exhaust gases igniting nearby combustible
materials and will provide for adequate cooling and
generator maintenance.
WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite
combustibles or structures resulting in death,
serious injury and/or property damage.
• DO NOT install the generator closer than 5 feet (1.5m)
from any combustibles or structures with combustible
walls having a fire resistance rating of less than 1 hour.
• Place the unit in a location where sump pump
discharge, rain gutter down spouts, roof run-off,
landscape irrigation, or water sprinklers will not flood
the unit or spray the enclosure and enter any air inlet or
outlet openings.
• Place the unit where the location of any services such
as phone, electrical, fuel, air conditioning, irrigation,
including covered, concealed and underground services
will not be affected or obstructed.
• Place the unit where air inlet and outlet openings will
not become obstructed by leaves, grass, snow, etc. If
prevailing winds will cause blowing or drifting, you may
need to construct a windbreak to protect the unit.
The generator is shipped already attached to its mounting
pad. Unless mandated by local code, a concrete slab is not
required.
If mandated by local code, construct a concrete slab at
least 3 inches thick and 6 inches longer and wider than the
combined generator and LP tank pad footprint. Attach pads
to slab with 1/4" diameter (minimum) masonry anchor bolts.
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