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Briggs & Stratton P2200 Operator's Manual

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This generator is rated in accordance with CSA (Canadian Standards Association)
standard C22.2 No. 100-14 (motors and generators).
BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.
Manual No. 80012873 Revision B

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  • Page 1 Inverter Generator Operator’s Manual This generator is rated in accordance with CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No. 100-14 (motors and generators). BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, U.S.A. Manual No. 80012873 Revision B...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 this manual, your Briggs & Stratton generator will provide many years of dependable service. This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with generators and how to avoid them.

  • Page 3: Operator Safety

    Operator Safety Safety Labels The generator safety labels shown below and on the next page are placed on your portable generator to draw attention to potential safety hazards.

  • Page 4: Equipment Description

    Equipment Description Safety Symbols and Meanings Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your generator. Know its applications, its limitations and any hazards involved. Electrical Shock Toxic Fumes Kickback The generator is an engine–driven, revolving field, alternating and direct current (AC & DC) generator. It was designed to supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools and motor loads.
  • Page 5 WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD.  WARNING Starter cord kickback (rapid Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, retraction) will pull hand and arm toward a poisonous gas that could kill you in engine faster than you can let go which minutes. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or could cause broken bones, fractures, taste it.
  • Page 6 WARNING Generator voltage could cause CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds electrical shock or burn resulting in death or could result in minor injury. serious injury. Excessively low operating speeds impose a heavy load. • DO NOT connect generator to a building’s electrical •...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Assembly NOTICE Improper treatment of generator could damage it and shorten its life. Your generator requires some assembly and is ready • DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has for use after it has been properly serviced with the been properly serviced with the recommended oil.

  • Page 8: Grounding Fastener

    High Altitude By law it is required in many states to have a carbon monoxide alarm (A) in operating condition in your At altitudes over 1524 m (5,000 ft.), a minimum home. A carbon monoxide alarm is an electronic 85 octane / 85 AKI (89 RON) gasoline is acceptable. device that detects hazardous levels of carbon To remain emissions compliant, high altitude monoxide.
  • Page 9 Operation Location of Portable Generator to REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire, resulting in death or serious injury. • Portable generator must be at least 1.5 m (5 ft.) from any structure, overhang, trees, windows, doors, any wall opening, shrubs, or vegetation over 30.5 cm (12 in.) in height.

  • Page 10: Features And Controls

    Features and Controls Read this Operator’s Manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A - Fuel Tank — Capacity of 5.7 L (1.5 U.S. gallons). L - Parallel Operation Port —...

  • Page 11: Cord Sets And Receptacles

    NOTICE Receptacles may be marked with rating Models Maximum Output value greater than generator output capacity. • NEVER attempt to power a device requiring more P2200 & P2200 3000 Watts amperage than generator or receptacle can supply. P2200 & P3000 3000 Watts •...
  • Page 12 STATSTATION™ Output Indicator The control panel has a built in LCD display (A) to The green LED output indicator light (C) comes monitor the following features: on when the generator is operating normally. It indicates that the generator is producing power at the receptacles.

  • Page 13: Operation

    Operation To start engine thereafter: 4B. Grasp recoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly one time only to Starting the Engine start engine. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use • If engine starts, proceed to step 6. the following start instructions: •...

  • Page 14: Connecting Electrical Loads

    With the switch off, the engine will run at a higher 4,800 watts (4.8 kW). speed. Models Maximum Output NOTICE Always have the switch OFF when using the P2200 & P2200 3000 Watts DC receptacle. P2200 & P3000 3000 Watts P3000 & P3000...
  • Page 15 Charging a Battery 3. Check fluid level in all battery cells. If necessary, add ONLY distilled water to cover separators in Your generator has the capability of recharging a battery cells. DO NOT use tap water. discharged 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage 4.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    Maintenance Generator Capacity To make sure your generator can supply enough Maintenance Schedule running watts and starting watts for the items you will power at the same time, follow these simple steps: Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever 1. Select the items you will power at the same time. occurs first.
  • Page 17 Generator Maintenance Cleaning Fuel Strainer The fuel strainer helps prevent debris from entering the Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit fuel system. clean and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry environment where it will not be exposed to excessive Clean the fuel strainer as follows: dust, dirt, moisture, or any corrosive vapors.
  • Page 18 Checking Oil Level Changing Engine Oil Oil level should be checked prior to each use or If you are using your generator under extremely dirty or at least every 8 hours of operation. Keep oil level dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change maintained.
  • Page 19 Service Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged Changing the spark plug will help your engine to start if you run it with a dirty air cleaner. Service more often easier and run better. if operating under dirty or dusty conditions.
  • Page 20 Storage WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite The generator should be started at least once every combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire, resulting in seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If death or serious injury. this cannot be done and you must store the unit for Contact with muffler area could cause burns more than 30 days, use the following guidelines to...
  • Page 21 Change Engine Oil While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill with recommended grade. See Changing Engine Oil. Other Storage Tips 1. DO NOT store fuel from one season to another unless it has been treated as described in Long Term Storage Instructions.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction 1. Red overload alarm light is on. 1. See Generator Capacity. Press Generator is overloaded. RESET button on control panel. 2. Green output indicator light not on. 2. Contact authorized service facility. Engine is running, but no Fault in generator.

  • Page 23: Warranty

    BRIGGS & STRATTON PRODUCTS WARRANTY POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton warrants that, during the warranty period specified below, it will repair or replace, free of charge, any part that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty is effective for and is subject to the time periods and conditions stated below.

  • Page 24: Product Specifications

    Inverter Generator Product Specifications Starting Watts * ..... . 3,000 Watts Wattage** ......2,600 Watts Load Current: at 230 Volts AC .

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