Briggs & Stratton 040661 Installation And Operation Manual page 42

Maintaining the Electrical System
Charging the Battery
If necessary, charge the battery. Charge it using the
following steps:
1. Push the ON/OFF switch on the back of the
generator to the OFF (0) position.
2. Remove utility power to the generator to de-energize
the battery charger.
3. Unlock and open the roof as described in the Access
Panels section.
4. Remove the 15-amp fuse from the fuse holder located
below the controller.
5. Disconnect the negative (-) cable at the battery.
Failure to disconnect the negative
battery cable could result in equipment failure. DO NOT
attempt to jump-start the generator. Damage to equipment
resulting from failure to follow this instruction will void the
engine and generator warranty.
6. Charge the battery with the battery charger at
2 amps until the battery holds 12 volts. DO NOT
exceed 13.70 volts when charging the battery.
DO NOT use a battery booster to
quick-charge a low battery.
7. Connect the negative (-) cable at the battery.
8. Install the 15-amp fuse into the fuse holder.
9. Close and lock the roof.
10. Restore utility power to the generator.
11. Push the ON/OFF switch on the back of the
generator to the ON (I) position.
12. Set the generator mode to auto.
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Troubleshooting
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