Controls - Briggs & Stratton 8kVA Generating Set Operator's Manual

Controls

6kVA Generating Set
Read this Operator's Manual and Important Safety Instructions before operating your generating set.
Compare the illustrations with your generating set to familiarize yourself with the locations of various
controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
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D
C
B
A
Generating set is shown with roof and access covers
removed for clarity.
(A) - Lifting Holes — Provided at each corner for
lifting generating set.
(B) - Exhaust Port — High-performance muffler lowers
engine noise to comply with most residential
codes.
(C) - Alternator — An electrical machine that
generates an alternating current.
(D) - Spark Plug — A device in the cylinder head of
the engine that ignites the fuel mixture by means
of an electric spark.
(E) - Air Cleaner — Uses a dry type filter element and
foam precleaner to protect engine by filtering dust
and debris out of intake air.
(F) - Control Panel — Used for various test, operation
and maintenance functions. See System Control
Panel.
(G) - Circuit Breaker — Protects the system from
shorts and other over-current conditions.
(H) - Battery (installer supplied) — 12 Volt DC, top-
post automotive style battery provides power to
start the engine.
(J) - Fuel Inlet Port — Attach appropriate fuel supply
to generating set here.
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