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- Page 1 6200 Watt Portable Generator Operator’s Manual BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A. Manual No. 197523GS Revision D (06/05/2007)
- 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 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 generator products and how to avoid them.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Operator Safety ....... . . 4 Equipment Description......... 4 Safety Rules. -
Page 4: Operator Safety
Operator Safety Hazard Symbols and Meanings Equipment Description Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your generator. Know its applications, its limitations and any hazards involved. The generator is an engine–driven, revolving field, alternating current (AC) generator. It was designed to supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances, tools and motor loads. - Page 5 WARNING WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and chemicals known to the State of California to cause explosive. cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
- Page 6 WARNING CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury Contact with muffler area can result in serious and damage to generator. burns. Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load. Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, • DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator supplies structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire.
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Page 7: Assembly
Assembly Install the wheel kit as follows: 1. Tip generator so that engine end is up. Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for use 2. Slide axle (A) through both mounting brackets. after it has been properly serviced with the recommended 3. -
Page 8: Add Engine Oil
Add Engine Oil 1. Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap. 2. Slowly add unleaded gasoline (A) to fuel tank (B). Be 1. Place generator on a flat, level surface. careful not to overfill. Allow about 1.5" (4 cm) of tank 2. -
Page 9: System Ground
Generator Location 5. Verify that connections to battery and generator are tight and secure. Clearances and Air Movement NOTE: Charge prior to use following the instructions in the section Battery Float Charger. WARNING System Ground Exhaust heat/gases can ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. -
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 seven (7) U.S. gallons (26.5 L). H - Air Cleaner —... -
Page 11: Cord Sets And Receptacles
Cord Sets and Receptacles This receptacle powers 120/240 Volt AC, 60 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 6,200 watts of power (6.2 kW) at Use only high quality, well-insulated, grounded extension 25.8 Amps for 240 Volts or two independent 120 Volt loads cords with the generator’s 120 Volt duplex receptacle. -
Page 12: Battery Float Charger
Battery Float Charger 2. Unplug charger from unit and wall outlet when generator is being started and while it is in operation. Use battery float charger jack to keep the starting battery 3. Keep this charger plugged in when generator is not in charged and ready for use. -
Page 13: Operation
Operation 5B. For manual starting, grasp recoil handle and pull slowly until slight resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly one time only to start engine. Starting the Engine • If engine starts, proceed to step 7. IMPORTANT: Always unplug the battery float charger before •... -
Page 14: Connecting Electrical Loads
Connecting Electrical Loads Stopping the Engine 1. Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes 1. Turn OFF and unplug all electrical loads from generator after starting. panel receptacles. NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged in and turned ON. 2. -
Page 15: Don't Overload Generator
Don’t Overload Generator NEVER add more loads than the generator capacity. Take special care to consider surge loads in generator capacity, as Capacity described above. You must make sure your generator can supply enough Wattage Reference Guide rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power at the same time. -
Page 16: Maintenance
Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below. Maintenance Schedule - Fill in Dates as You Complete Regular Service Maintenance Task Service Intervals Service Dates Before Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours... -
Page 17: Battery Maintenance
* Below 40°F (4°C) the use of SAE 30 will result in hard starting. NOTICE ** Above 80°F (27°C) the use of 10W30 may cause increased oil Improper treatment of generator can damage it and consumption. Check oil level more frequently. shorten its life. - Page 18 Service Spark Plug 3. Clean area around oil drain plug (A). The oil drain plug is located at base of engine, opposite carburetor. Change the spark plug every 100 hours of operation or once each year, whichever comes first. This will help your engine to start easier and run better.
- Page 19 Check Valve Clearance 1. To remove muffler heat shield (A) from muffler (B), remove four screws that connect guard to muffler Regular valve clearance check and adjustment will improve bracket. performance and extend engine life. This procedure cannot be done without partial engine disassembly and the use of special tools.
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Page 20: Storage
Storage Change Engine Oil While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill The generator should be started at least once every seven with recommended grade. See Changing Engine Oil. days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use Oil Cylinder Bore the following guidelines to prepare it for storage. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Correction 1. One of the circuit breakers is open. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Fault in generator. 2. Contact authorized service facility. Engine is running, but no AC 3. Poor connection or defective cord set. 3. Check and repair. output is available. -
Page 22: Warranties
Warranties As the small off-road engine owner, you should however be aware that B&S may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, Emissions Control System Warranty neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications. Briggs &... - Page 23 Emission Information 2. Length of Coverage B&S warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent Engines that are certified to meet the California Air purchaser that the Warranted Parts shall be free from Resources Board (CARB) Tier 2 Emission Standards must defects in materials and workmanship which caused the display information regarding the Emissions Durability failure of the Warranted Parts for a period of two years...
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Page 24: Generator Owner Warranty
BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC PORTABLE GENERATOR OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective February 1, 2006 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before February 1, 2006 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the portable generator that is defective in material or workmanship or both. -
Page 26: Specifications
Portable Generator Product Specifications Starting Wattage ......8,750 watts Wattage ......6,200 watts AC Load Current: at 120 Volts .