Briggs & Stratton Standby Generator Systems Installation & Start-Up Manual
Briggs & Stratton Standby Generator Systems Installation & Start-Up Manual

Briggs & Stratton Standby Generator Systems Installation & Start-Up Manual

Liquid-cooled generator system

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Installation & Start-Up Manual
Liquid-Cooled
Generator System
This generator is rated in accordance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 2200 (stationary engine generator assemblies) and CSA (Canadian Standards
Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-4 (motors and generators).
Standby Generator Systems

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  • Page 1 Standby Generator Systems Installation & Start-Up Manual Liquid-Cooled Generator System This generator is rated in accordance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 2200 (stationary engine generator assemblies) and CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-4 (motors and generators).
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Briggs & Stratton® generator. We are pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Briggs & Stratton brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in the operator’s manual, your generator will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with standby generators and how to avoid them.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions......4 Installation ........7 Equipment Description.
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Save These Instructions Important Safety Instructions The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a hazard. The warnings in SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains this manual, and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are, important instructions that should be followed during therefore, not all-inclusive.
  • Page 5 WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage. WARNING Propane and Natural Gas are extremely Failure to properly ground generator could result flammable and explosive, which could cause in electrocution. burns, fire or explosion resulting in death or Failure to isolate generator from utility power could serious injury.
  • Page 6 WARNING Moving parts could crush and cut. CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds could Starter and other rotating parts could result in minor injury and/or equipment damage. entangle hands, hair, clothing, or Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load on generator. accessories resulting in serious injury.
  • Page 7: Installation

    These items are available at your local servicing dealer. • Legally Required standby generator systems are If you need more information on this matter, please call intended to automatically supply power to selected 800-732-2989, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT.
  • Page 8: Unpacking Precautions

    Unpacking Precautions The unit is shipped ready for installation on a prepared reinforced cement slab or engineered base. Avoid damage from dropping, bumping, collision, etc. Store and unpack carton with the proper side up, as noted on the shipping carton. Delivery Inspection After removing the carton, carefully inspect the generator for any damage that may have occurred during shipment.
  • Page 9: Installation Checklist

    Installation Checklist Proper installation of the generator requires the completion of the following tasks: Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector Operation Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector installed and in working Cold Weather Kit is installed in temperatures below 30°F order. (-1°C). See Cold Weather Kit. Smoke detector(s) installed and in working order.
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  • Page 11: Generator Placement

    Generator Placement WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide, an Before installing the generator, consult with the owner odorless, colorless, poison gas. and convey the following requirements, which must be Breathing carbon monoxide could result in death, satisfied before the installation is complete. serious injury, headache, fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, There are two equally important safety concerns in regards confusion, seizures, nausea or fainting.
  • Page 12: Placement Of Standby Generator To Reduce The Risk Of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

    Placement of Standby Generator to REDUCE THE RISK OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING The circled letters in the figure below show POTENTIAL points of entry for Carbon Monoxide Gas. All fossil fuel burning equipment, such as standby • Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from: generators, contains carbon monoxide (CO) gas in the B overhead doors engine exhaust.
  • Page 13 • Direct the standby generator exhaust away from or parallel to the building or structure. DO NOT direct the generator exhaust towards a potentially occupied building, structure, windows, doors, ventilation intakes, soffit vents, crawl spaces, open garage doors or other openings where exhaust gas could accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building or structure.
  • Page 14: Placement Of Standby Generator To Reduce The Risk Of Fire

    Placement of Standby Generator to REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standard WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles or NFPA 37 establishes criteria for minimizing the hazard structures resulting in death or serious injury. of fire during the installation and operation of stationary combustion engines.
  • Page 15 Typical Installations with Structure Without a Fire Rating NOTICE The figures below show the minimum installation distances allowed to structures and items listed in legend. 5 ft (1.5 m) min. 5 ft (1.5 m) min. Standby Standby 5 ft (1.5 m) min. Exhaust 5 ft (1.5 m) min.
  • Page 16: Other General Location Guidelines

    Other General Location Guidelines Concrete Slab • Place the standby generator in a prepared location that At the appropriate location, construct a concrete slab: is flat and has provisions for water drainage. • 28 day compression strength of 3000 psi (200 MPa) •...
  • Page 17: Electrical And Fuel Inlet Locations

    Electrical and Fuel Inlet Locations Lifting the Generator The 1 inch N.P.T. fuel inlet connector (A) and 2 inch electrical WARNING Hazardous Voltage - Contact with power inlet location (B) is shown below. lines could cause electric shock or burns, resulting in death or serious injury.
  • Page 18: Access Ports

    Access Ports To open roof: 1. Insert key into lock (F) of front panel. Gently push The generator is equipped with an enclosure that has several down on roof above the lock to aid in turning the key. access panels, as shown. Turn key one quarter turn clockwise.
  • Page 19 To open internal guard: To remove rear panel: 1. Ensure the roof is in the open position. 1. Insert key into lock (J) of rear panel. Turn key one quarter turn counterclockwise to unlatch. 2. Remove the two bolts (G) that secure the internal guard to the unit.
  • Page 20: The Gaseous Fuel System

    The Gaseous Fuel System valve (F) shall be installed in the fuel supply line within 6 ft (180 cm) of the generator. NOTICE  The supplied flexible gaseous pipe is not to be • A manual fuel shut-off valve located in the interior of installed underground or in contact with the ground.
  • Page 21: Fuel Consumption

    Fuel Consumption Estimated fuel supply requirements for natural gas and LP Recommended Energy LP Vapor Natural vapor fuels are shown here. Content of Fuel Heating Value: LP Vapor (Propane) BTU per gallon (gross**) 91,547 Cubic feet (gas) 2,500 1,000 25 kW BTU/Hr 387000 Cu Ft/Hr...
  • Page 22: Fuel Conversion

    Fuel Conversion 7. Carefully push up on fuel selector collar, twist either The engine of your generator system is factory calibrated to right or left and slide through the groove of the run on natural gas (NG) or on liquefied propane (LP) vapor. appropriate fuel type (NG or LP).
  • Page 23: System Connectors

    System Connectors Compare this illustration with your generator to familiarize yourself with the location of these connections. NEUTRAL GROUND LINE 1 LINE 2 A - Two Pin Terminal Block — Used to connect utility D - +LED and GND Connection — Not required for optional 240 VAC from fuse block in ATS to the control board.
  • Page 24: Generator Ac Connection System

    Generator AC Connection System NOTICE Prior to making connections, verify phase rotation of utility power. A single-phase, three-wire AC connection system is used in the generator. The stator assembly consists of a pair When making connections, obey wire type and torque of stationary windings with two leads brought out of each specifications shown on the circuit breaker and winding.
  • Page 25: Grounding The Generator

    Grounding the Generator The home generator must be installed as part of a system that includes a listed transfer switch, with neutral to ground bonding at the transfer switch in accordance with installation instructions. Unless mandated by local code, additional grounding to earth at the generator is not required.
  • Page 26: System Control Panel

    System Control Panel D – 15 Amp Fuse — Protects the home generator DC control circuits. If the fuse has ‘blown’ (melted open) or The generator control panel, located inside the generator was removed, the engine cannot crank or start. Replace housing, is shown below.
  • Page 27 Menu The following chart shows the icons for the buttons that control the system control panel. ENTER THE MENU (VIEW SETTINGS) MENU PRESS TO CONFIRM SELECTION WHEN PROGRAMMING. ESCAPE (EXIT) RETURN TO LAST MENU ITEM TOGGLE THROUGH MENU OPTIONS RIGHT ARROW SETTING SYSTEM PARAMETERS TOGGLE THROUGH MENU OPTIONS LEFT ARROW...
  • Page 28: General Set Up Screen

    General Set Up Screen For general set up, press and hold the left arrow and right arrow for 3 seconds. Follow the prompts as outlined below. NOTE: Date and Time were set at the factory and stored in the control panel memory. The Exercise Cycle was also set at the factory.
  • Page 29: Control Panel Prompts

    Control Panel Prompts Automatic Mode AUTOMATIC MODE In Automatic Mode, the display screen will display via scrolling text: • GENERATOR READY - if the unit is in standby and utility power is present. GENERATOR READY OR SERVICE CODE DESCRIPTION • GENERATOR ON - if the unit is running and utility power is (When Generator NOT Running - Auto Mode) not present.
  • Page 30 Advanced Settings Screen Advanced setting parameters are preset at the factory for a typical installation. To view Advanced Settings items and/or to change items, follow the instructions listed below. NOTICE Advanced settings are critical to the operation of the unit. Careful consideration should be taken when working in the Advanced Settings menu.
  • Page 31: Final Installation Considerations

    Final Installation Considerations WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related Engine Oil accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals NOTICE Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it known to the State of California to cause cancer and has been properly serviced with the recommended oil will reproductive harm.
  • Page 32: Initial Start-Up (No Load)

    Initial Start-up (No Load) 10. If necessary, adjust AVR. To adjust AVR: The unit has been set-up for NG operation at the factory. Fuel conversion, if needed, must be completed prior to A. Connect voltmeter as described in step 2 above. performing these steps.
  • Page 33: Controls

    Controls Setting Exercise Timer The generator is equipped with an exercise timer. During the See the operator’s manual for complete descriptions of the exercise period, the unit runs for approximately 20 minutes generator controls. and then shuts down. Electrical load transfer DOES NOT occur during the exercise cycle (unless an utility power Operation outage occurs).
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