Not for
Reproduction
7
Assembly
Your generator is ready for use after it has been
properly serviced with the recommended fuel and oil.
If you have any problems with the servicing of your
generator, contact your local Briggs & Stratton service
center. If you need assistance, please have the model,
revision, and serial number from the identification label
available.
Unpack Generator
1. 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.
The generator is supplied with:
• Operator’s manual
• Engine oil bottle
Add Engine Oil
1. Place generator on a level surface.
2. Clean area around oil fill and remove yellow oil fill
cap/dipstick.
3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of
provided oil bottle into oil fill opening to the FULL
mark (
A
) on dipstick.
NOTICE
Improper treatment of generator could
damage it and shorten its life.
• DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly serviced with the recommended oil. This
could result in an engine failure.
4. Replace oil fill cap/dipstick and fully tighten.
Add Fuel
Fuel must meet these requirements:
• Clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline.
• A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). For
high altitude use, see High Altitude.
• Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) is
acceptable.
NOTICE
Use of unapproved fuels could damage
generator and voids warranty.
• DO NOT use unapproved gasoline such as E15 and E85.
• DO NOT mix oil in gasoline or modify engine to run on
alternate fuels.
To protect the fuel system from gum formation, mix
in a fuel stabilizer when adding fuel. See Storage.
All fuel is not the same. If you experience starting or
performance problems after using fuel, switch to a
different fuel provider or change brands. This engine is
certified to operate on gasoline. The emission control
system for this engine is EM (Engine Modifications).
1. Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
2. Slowly add unleaded gasoline (
B
) to fuel tank
(
C
). Be careful not to fill above the baffle (
D
).
This allows adequate space for fuel expansion as
shown.
3. Install fuel cap and let any spilled fuel evaporate
before starting engine.
High Altitude
At altitudes over 1524 m (5000 ft.), a minimum
85 octane / 85 AKI (89 RON) gasoline is acceptable.
To remain emissions compliant, high altitude
adjustment is required. Operation without this
adjustment will cause decreased performance,
increased fuel consumption, and increased emissions.
See a Briggs & Stratton Authorized Dealer for high
altitude adjustment information. Operation of the
engine at altitudes below 762 m (2500 ft.) with the high
altitude kit is not recommended.
FUEL
TANK
D
C
B
A
WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely
flammable and explosive which could
cause burns, fire or explosion
resulting in death or serious injury.
WHEN ADDING FUEL
• Turn generator engine OFF and let it cool at least 2
minutes before removing fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to
relieve pressure in tank.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors.
• DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion.
• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting
engine.
• Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights,
heat, and other ignition sources.
• Check fuel lines, tank, cap and fittings frequently for
cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
• DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
