Snapper 30216 Operator's Manual page 6

ASSEMBLY
Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for
use after it has been properly serviced with the
recommended oil and fuel.
If you have any problems with the assembly of your
generator, please call the generator heIpline at
[-800-3 [ 7-7833. if calling for assistance, please have the
model, revision, and serial number from the data tag available.
Unpacking the Generator
I. Set the carton on a rigid flat surface.
2. Remove everything from carton except generator.
3. Open carton completely by cutting each corner from
top to bottom.
4. Leave generator on carton to install wheel [<it.
Carton Contents
Check all contents against those listed below:
• Main unit
• Engine oil
• Operator's manual
• Engine operator's manual
• Battery float charger
• Wheel kit
If any parts are missing or damaged, call the generator
helpline at 1-800-3 17-7833.
ELECTRIC START
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.
Check Battery IAttach Negative
Battery Wire
The sealed battery on the generator is fully charged and
pre-instalIed except for the negative (black) battery cable.
To install:
I. Cut off tie wrap securing loose end of negative (black)
cable.
2. Remove screw, loci< washer and flat washer on
negative battery terminal.
3. Slide loci< washer, fiat washer and negative battery
cable over screw (Figure I).
Lock Washer
Positive
Battery Cable
4. Reattach screw to negative battery terminal and
tighten.
5. Verify that connections to battery and generator are
tight and secure.