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Manual No. 80029696 Revision D
Outdoor Portable Generator
Operator’s Manual
Model Number _____________________________
Revision __________________________________
Serial Number ______________________________
Date Purchased ____________________________
Copyright © 2018. Briggs & Stratton Corporation
Milwaukee, WI, USA. All rights reserved.
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Equipment Description
Table of Contents
Equipment Description.........................2
Features and Controls .........................5
Operation....................................8
Maintenance ................................14
Storage ....................................17
FCC/IC Compliance Statement .................17
Troubleshooting/Specifications .................18
Warranty ...................................20
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Symbols and Meanings
Signal Meaning
DANGER
Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Indicates information considered important,
but not hazard-related.
Symbol Name Explanation
Safety Alert
Symbol
Indicates a potential personal
injury hazard.
Operator’s
Manual
Failure to follow warnings,
instructions and operator’s
manual could result in death or
serious injury.
Toxic
Fumes
Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide, a poisonous
gas that will kill you in minutes.
You cannot smell it or see it.
Fire
Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable which could cause
burns or fire resulting in death or
serious injury.
Engine exhaust could cause fire
resulting in death or serious injury.
Electric
Shock
Generator could cause
electrical shock resulting in
death or serious injury.
Hot Surface
Muffler could cause burns
resulting in serious injury.
WARNING! This product can expose you to
chemicals including gasoline engine exhaust,
which is known to the State of California to cause
cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State
of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Equipment Description
Read this manual carefully and become familiar
with your outdoor generator. Know its applications,
its limitations, and any hazards involved. Save
these original instructions for future reference.
The outdoor generator is an engine-driven, revolving
field, alternating current (AC) generator equipped with a
voltage regulator. The generator is designed to supply
electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting,
appliances, tools and motor loads. The voltage regulator
within the generator is designed to automatically maintain
output voltage level.
The portable generator can be used to power outdoor
items using the cord provided or to restore home power
using a transfer switch. A transfer switch is a separate
device installed by a licensed electrician that allows the
portable generator to be cord connected, using the locking
receptacle, directly into your home’s electrical system.
Install a listed transfer switch as soon as possible if
generator will be used to provide home power restoration.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information
in this manual is both accurate and current. However,
the manufacturer reserves the right to change, alter or
otherwise improve the generator and this documentation at
any time without prior notice.
NOTICE If you have questions about intended use,
contact an authorized service dealer. This equipment is
designed to be used with Briggs & Stratton® authorized
parts only.
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 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.
This generator is not intended to be used at a construction
site or similar activity as defined by NFPA 70-2017 (NEC)
section 590.6.
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Equipment Description
To Restore Home Power Using a Listed
Transfer Switch
Connections to your home’s electrical system must use a
listed* transfer switch installed by a licensed electrician.
The connection must isolate the generator power from
the utility power and comply with all applicable laws and
electrical codes. Power your home with a 30 Amp transfer
switch system.
120/240V
Outlet
—
Transfer
Switch
Typical Indoor Items
To Restore Power Using Extension Cords
1. Only use grounded cords marked for outdoor use
rated for your loads.
To provide power using
extension cords
Total
Amperage
Minimum Gauge, Outdoor Rated
Up to 50 FT (15 M) Up to 100 FT (30 M)
Up to 13A
16
14
Up to 15A
14
12
Up to 20A
12
10
Up to 30A
10
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2. Follow cord safety instructions.
3. Install carbon monoxide alarm(s).
4. When operating generator with extension cords, make
sure it is located in an open, outdoor area, at least 20
ft. (6.1 m.) from occupied spaces with exhaust pointed
away.
5. Extension cords running directly into home, powering
indoor items IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
DANGER! Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a poisonous gas that will kill you in
minutes. You cannot smell it, see it, or taste it.
Even if you do not smell exhaust fumes, you could still be
exposed to carbon monoxide gas.
• Extension cords running directly into the home
increase your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning
through openings.
• If an extension cord running directly into the home is
used to power indoor items, the operator recognizes
that this increases the risk of CO poisoning to people
inside the home and assumes that risk.
6. Install a listed* transfer switch as soon as possible
if generator will be used to provide home power
restoration.
120V
OUTLET
* Certified by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory
that the product complies to appropriate product safety test
standards.
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Equipment Description
Air Cleaner — Filters engine intake air.
Choke Lever — Used when starting a cold engine.
Engine Identification — Provides model, type and code of
engine.
Fuel Cap — Add unleaded fuel here.
Fuel Valve — Used to turn fuel supply on and off to engine.
Grounding Fastener — Consult your local agency having
jurisdiction for grounding requirements in your area.
Identification Label — Provides model and serial number of
generator.
Oil Drain Plug — Drain engine oil here.
Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick — Check and add engine oil here.
Recoil Starter — Used to start the engine manually.
Spark Arrester Muffler/Exhaust — Lowers engine noise and
is equipped with a spark arrester screen.
Engine Identification
Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick
Oil Drain Plug
Fuel Cap
Grounding Fastener
Choke Lever
Spark Arrester Muffler/Exhaust
Air Cleaner
Identification Label
Fuel Valve
Recoil Starter
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Features and Controls
120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, GFCI Duplex Receptacles — Used
to supply 120 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz power for
electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle — Used to
supply 120 / 240 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz power for
electrical lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
Circuit Breakers (AC) — The 120 Volt AC, 20A GFCI
duplex receptacles are provided with “push to reset” 20
Amp circuit breakers to protect the generator against
electrical overload.
CO Guard™ Carbon Monoxide (CO) Shutdown Indicator
Light — Indicates the engine shutdown due to carbon
monoxide accumulation around the generator or a CO
Guard system fault occurred.
Display Button — Push to scroll through LCD screens.
Also push and hold for a minimum of 3 seconds to reset
maintenance reminders.
Engine Switch — Set this switch to on (I) before starting
engine. Set switch to off (0) to shut off engine.
Low Oil Shutdown — This unit is equipped with a low oil
protection device. Oil must be at proper level for engine
to run. If the engine oil drops below a preset level, an oil
switch will stop the engine. Check oil level with dipstick.
Main Breaker — Protects the generator against electrical
overload. If breaker trips it cuts power to all receptacles.
Main Breaker
120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp
Locking Receptacle
120 Volt AC, 20 Amp
GFCI Duplex Receptacles
Low Oil
Shutdown
Compare the illustrations with your generator to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and product warnings.
Engine Switch
Display Button
Circuit Breakers
CO Guard™
Carbon Monoxide
(CO) Shutdown
Indicator Light
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