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Briggs & Stratton 30239 Owner's Manual

Briggs & Stratton 30239 Owner's Manual

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Manuel de l'utilisateur

Manual del Propietario

030239
Questions? Help is just a moment away!
Vous avez des questions? Vous n'avez pas besoin d'aller
(2000W)
loin pour trouver de l'aide!
Preguntas? La ayuda es justa un momento lejos!
Call: Generator Helpline
Appelez: Ligne d'assistance de Générateur
Llame: Línea Directa del Generador
1-800-743-4115 M-F 8-5 CT
web: www.briggsandstratton.com
CAUTION
ATTENTION
PRECAUCIÓN
Before using this product, read this
Avant d'utiliser ce produit, veuillez lire
Antes de utilizar el producto, lea este
manual and follow all Safety Rules and
le manuel et suivre toutes les directives
manual y siga todas las Reglas de
Operating Instructions.
relatives à la sécurité et à l'utilisation.
Seguridad e Instrucciones de Uso.
BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC
Manual No. 197561GS
Revision 2 (06/27/2005)
JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.
15750102000

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  • Page 1: Manual Del Propietario

    Owner’s Manual Manuel de l'utilisateur Manual del Propietario 030239 Questions? Help is just a moment away! Vous avez des questions? Vous n'avez pas besoin d'aller (2000W) loin pour trouver de l'aide! Preguntas? La ayuda es justa un momento lejos! Call: Generator Helpline Appelez: Ligne d'assistance de Générateur...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2000W Generator TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES Safety Rules........2-4 This is the safety alert symbol.
  • Page 3 2000W Generator DANGER WARNING Storage batteries give off explosive hydrogen gas Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and during recharging. explosive. Hydrogen gas stays near battery for a long time Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or after battery has been charged. death.
  • Page 4 2000W Generator WARNING CAUTION Rapid retraction of starter cord (kickback) will Excessively high operating speeds increase risk of injury pull hand and arm toward engine faster than and damage to generator. you can let go. Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load. Broken bones, fractures, bruises or sprains •...

  • Page 5: Know Your Generator

    2000W Generator KNOW YOUR GENERATOR Read this owner’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. Engine ON/OFF Switch Oil Fill/Drain Fuel Tank Fuel Shut-Off...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    2000W Generator ASSEMBLY Refer to Figure 1 and install the wheel kit as follows: Tip generator up onto handle end. Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for Slide axle through both axle mounting brackets on use after it has been properly serviced with the cradle frame.

  • Page 7: Add Fuel

    2000W Generator Choose a viscosity according to the table below: WARNING Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. 5W-30, 10W-30 Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. Synthetic 5W-30, 10W-30 WHEN ADDING FUEL °F • Turn generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes before °C removing fuel cap.

  • Page 8: Using The Generator

    2000W Generator USING THE GENERATOR Generator Location Generator Clearance System Ground WARNING The generator has a system ground that connects the Running generator gives off carbon monoxide, generator frame components to the ground terminals on an odorless, colorless, poison gas. the AC output receptacles.

  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    2000W Generator OPERATING THE Place the engine switch in the “On” position (Figure 7). Figure 7 — Engine Switch in On Position GENERATOR CAUTION Exceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity can damage generator and/or electrical devices connected to it. • See “Don’t Overload Generator”. Grasp starter grip and slowly pull the rope until you •...

  • Page 10: Charging A Battery

    2000W Generator Slide the choke lever left to the “Run” position as the Charging a Battery engine warms up. Your generator has the capability of recharging a discharged NOTE: Under no load conditions, the engine speed may 12 Volt automotive or utility style storage battery. DO vary slightly faster or slower until engine temperatures NOT use the unit to charge any 6 Volt batteries.

  • Page 11: Operation

    2000W Generator Connect battery charge cable clamp with black handle Figure 10 — 12 Volt DC Accessory Jack to battery post or terminal indicated by Negative, NEG, or (–) (Figure 8). Start generator. Let the engine run while battery recharges. When battery has charged, shut down engine (see “Stopping The Engine”) NOTE: Use an automotive hydrometer to test battery...
  • Page 12 2000W Generator In an emergency, use the original shipping carton as a For a more permanent shelter, build a structure that will temporary shelter: enclose three sides and the top of the generator. Cut off all carton flaps. Make sure entire muffler-side of generator is exposed, as shown in Figure 11.

  • Page 13: Power Management

    2000W Generator DON'T OVERLOAD Permit the generator output to stabilize (engine runs smoothly and attached device operates properly. GENERATOR Plug in and turn on the next load. Again, permit the generator to stabilize. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for each additional load. Capacity NEVER add more loads than the generator capacity.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    2000W Generator ENGINE TECHNICAL PRODUCT INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS This is a single cylinder, overhead valve(OHV), air cooled Generator Specifications engine. It is a low emissions engine. Starting Wattage ....3,000 Watts In the State of California, this type of engine is certified by the California Air Resources Board to meet emissions Wattage .

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    2000W Generator GENERAL GENERATOR RECOMMENDATIONS MAINTENANCE Regular maintenance will improve the performance and Generator maintenance consists of keeping the unit clean extend the life of the generator. See any authorized Briggs and dry. Operate and store the unit in a clean dry and Stratton Power Products dealer for service.

  • Page 16: Engine Maintenance

    2000W Generator • Use a damp cloth to wipe exterior surfaces clean. Clean area around oil drain plug (Figure 14). CAUTION Figure 14 — Oil Drain Plug Improper treatment of generator can damage it and shorten its life. • DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust, dirt, or corrosive vapors.

  • Page 17: Service Air Cleaner

    2000W Generator Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set Figure 16 – Service Spark Arrester Screen spark plug gap to 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) if necessary Spark Arrester (Figure 15). Attachment Screw Figure 15 — Service Spark Plug Spark Arrester Screen Reinstall spark plug.

  • Page 18: Storage

    2000W Generator STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS Change Oil While engine is still warm, drain oil from crankcase. Refill The generator should be started at least once every seven with recommended grade. days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot Oil Cylinder Bore be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use the following guidelines to prepare it for storage.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    2000W Generator TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Correction One of the circuit breakers is open. Reset circuit breaker. Fault in generator. Contact Briggs and Stratton Power Products service facility. Engine is running, but no AC output is available. Poor connection or defective cord set. Check and repair.

  • Page 20: Notes

    2000W Generator NOTES...
  • Page 21 2000W Generator NOTES...

  • Page 22: Emission Control System Warranty

    EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, LTD (MHI) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Emission Control System Warranty Statement (Owner's Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) In the interest of the environment, MHI engines that meet strict Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, LTD Emission Control emission requirements are labeled, “This ULGE conforms to Defects Warranty Provisions 1995-1998 California Emission Control Regulations”.
  • Page 23 BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC EQUIPMENT OWNER WARRANTY POLICY Effective September 1, 2004 replaces all undated Warranties and all Warranties dated before September 1, 2004 LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the equipment that is defective in material or workmanship or both.

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