Attach Negative Battery Cable; System Ground; Connecting To A Building's Electrical System - Briggs & Stratton ELITE Series Operator's Manual

Attach Negative Battery Cable

Your unit is equipped with electric start capability but can be
started manually. If you choose not to use the electric start
feature, you do not need to connect the negative battery
cable.
The sealed battery on the generator pre–installed except for
the negative (black) battery cable.
WARNING Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds - chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
To install:
1. Cut off tie wrap securing loose end of negative (black)
cable.
2. Remove screw (A), lock washer (B) and flat washer (C)
on negative battery terminal.
D
B
A
3. Slide lock washer, flat washer and negative battery
cable (D) over screw.
4. Reattach screw to negative battery terminal and tighten.
5. Verify that connections to battery and generator are
tight and secure.
NOTE: If your battery is discharged, charge prior to use
following the instructions in the section Battery Float
Charger.
C

System Ground

The generator has a system ground that connects the
generator frame components to the ground terminals on the
AC output receptacles. The system ground is connected to
the AC neutral wire (the neutral is bonded to the generator
frame).
Special Requirements
There may be Federal or State Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, local codes, or
ordinances that apply to the intended use of the generator.
Please consult a qualified electrician, electrical inspector, or
the local agency having jurisdiction:
• In some areas, generators are required to be registered
with local utility companies.
• If the generator is used at a construction site, there
may be additional regulations which must be observed.

Connecting to a Building's Electrical System

Connections for standby power to a building's electrical
system must be made by a qualified electrician. The
connection must isolate the generator power from utility
power or other alternative power sources and must comply
with all applicable laws and electrical codes.
WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage.
Failure to isolate generator from power utility can
result in death or injury to electric utility workers
due to backfeed of electrical energy.
• When using generator for backup power, notify utility company.
Use approved transfer equipment to isolate generator from
electric utility.
• Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in any damp or
highly conductive area, such as metal decking or steel work.
• DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles.
• DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are worn,
frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.
• DO NOT operate generator in the rain or wet weather.
• DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while standing in
water, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet.
• DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate or
service generator.
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