Assembly/Installation; Generator Location - Briggs & Stratton 40248 Operator's Manual

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Assembly/Installation
Your generator is ready for use after you assemble the LP
fuel tank housing pad components, make proper fuel
connections, and verify that engine oil is at the proper
level.
CAUTION
Refer to Maintenance for oil fill information.
Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
generator, please call the generator helpline at
1-800-743-4115. If calling for assistance, please have the
model, revision, and serial number from the data tag
available. See "Generator Controls and Features" for data
tag location.
Shipment Contents
The generator is supplied with:
• Generator pre-attached to mounting pad
• LP fuel tank housing tray assembly pre-attached to
mounting pad
• Fuel hose and regulator assembly pre-attached to
generator
• LP fuel tank all-weather cover
• Bag containing LP fuel tank attachment hardware
• Operator's manual
•
Battery
• Oil drain tray
• Touch-up paint
• One spare 15A fuse
• NG conversion kit
You must purchase two filled 20 pound DOT LP fuel tanks
that are equipped with a listed over-filling prevention
device (OPD).
Lifting the Generator
CAUTION The generator weighs more than
280 pounds (130 kg). Proper tools, equipment and
qualified personnel should be used in all phases of
handling and moving the generator. Each full LP
tank will weigh more than 20 pounds (9 kg).
CAUTION DO NOT lift unit by roof as damage to
generator will occur.
Lifting pockets are provided at each corner between the
base of the generator and its mounting pad. See
"Generator Controls and Features" for locations. Retouch
any chipped paint with supplied touch-up paint.
Generator Location
Consider these factors when determining the proper
generator operating location:
• Install the unit outdoors on a flat, level surface with
provisions for adequate ventilation. This will allow for
dispersion of deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT install
generator where exhaust gas could accumulate and
enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied
building areas.
Using a generator indoors WILL KILL YOU
IN MINUTES.
Exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a
poison gas you cannot see or smell.
NEVER use in the home
or in partly enclosed
areas SUChas garages.
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ONLY use outdoors and
far from open windows,
doors, and vents.
Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any windows,
doors, ventilation intakes or other openings that can
allow exhaust gas to collect in a confined area
(Figure I). Prevailing winds and air currents should be
taken into consideration when positioning generator.
Figure I -- Generator Clearances
A - Engine Exhaust Opening
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The unit must have at least 5 ft. (152 cm) of clearance
on all sides of the enclosure and LP tank housing pad,
including overhead. This will reduce the risk of
exhaust heat or exhaust gases igniting nearby
combustible materials and will provide for adequate
cooling and generator maintenance.
WARNING
Keep at least 5 ft. (152 cm) clearance on all sides of generator
including overhead.
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