Before Initial Start-Up; Engine Oil; Oil Considerations; Battery Connection - Briggs & Stratton 40204 Operator's Manual

BEFORE INITIAL START-UP

Engine Oil

This engine is shipped from the factory filled with the
recommended oil. Before starting the engine, check oil level
and ensure that engine is serviced as described in the engine
operator's manual.
NOTICE
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been
properly serviced with the recommended oil will result in
equipment failure.
• Refer to engine manual for oil fill information.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.

Oil Considerations

Your Home Generator System is equipped with an engine
that has been pre-run at the factory and does not require the
traditional "break-in" procedure.
The system is filled with synthetic oil (API SJ/CF 5W-30W).
This allows for system operation in the widest range of
temperature and climate conditions.
NOTE: The use of synthetic oil DOES NOT alter the required
oil change intervals described in the engine operator's
manual.
INSTALLATION

Battery Connection

The Home Generator System is supplied with a 12 Volt DC
55 Amp-Hour, valve regulated battery. It is a sealed, lead-acid
rechargeable battery. It is installed in the unit and the battery
cables are connected at the factory. The generator's 15 Amp
fuse has been removed to prevent the unit from starting
during shipping.
Installing the 15A fuse could cause the engine to
start.
• DO NOT install this fuse until all plumbing and wiring has been
completed and inspected.
NOTE: With the battery installed, all wiring to transfer switch
and Home Generator System completed, utility power
supplied to the Automatic Transfer Switch, and the unit in
AUTO mode, the battery receives a trickle charge while the
engine is not running. The trickle charger cannot be used to
recharge a battery that is completely discharged.

Gaseous Fuel System

• Ensure that all fuel connections are tight, secure and
without leaks.
• Ensure that all shutoff valves are OPEN and that adequate
pressure is available (see installation manual).
Propane and Natural Gas are extremely
flammable and explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
• DO NOT operate engine if smell of fuel is present or other
explosive conditions exist.
• If you smell 'raw' gaseous fuel (natural or LP) near the unit,
immediately turn off the gas supply to the Home Generator
System.
• Contact your gas utility or the system installer for assistance in
determining the source of the smell.
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CAUTION
WARNING