Briggs & Stratton 30380, Operator'S Manual

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Features and Controls
Read this Operator’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.
A - Fuel Valve — Used to turn fuel supply on and off to
engine.
B - Choke Lever — Used when starting a cold engine.
C - Air Cleaner — Protects engine by filtering dust and
debris out of intake air.
D - Engine Rocker Switch — Set this switch to “ On ” before
using recoil starter. Set switch to “ Off ” to stop engine.
E - Recoil Starter — Used to start the engine.
F - Oil Fill Cap — Check and fill engine with oil here.
G - Start Switch — Push and hold in “ Start ” position for a
maximum of 15 seconds during each start attempt, until
engine starts.
H - Battery Float Charger Jack — Use battery float charger
to keep the starting battery charged and ready for use.
J - Grounding Fastener — Consult your local agency having
jurisdiction for grounding requirements in your area.
K - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles — May be
used to supply electrical power for the operation of
120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, single phase, 60 Hz electrical,
lighting, appliance, tool, and motor loads.
L - Double Pole Circuit Breaker (AC) — A double pole
circuit breaker is provided to protect all the receptacles
and generator against electrical overload.
M - 120/240 Volt AC, 30 Amp Locking Receptacle — May
be used to supply electrical power for the operation of
120 and/or 240 Volt AC, 30 Amp, single phase, 60 Hz
electrical, lighting, appliance, tool and motor loads.
N - Fuel Tank — Capacity of five (5) U.S. gallons (18.9 L).
P - Spark Arrester Muffler — Exhaust muffler lowers engine
noise and is equipped with a spark arrester screen.
Items Not Shown:
Identification Label — Provides model, revision, and serial
number of generator. Please have these readily available
when calling for assistance.
Engine Identification — Provides model, type and code of
engine. Please have these readily available if calling for
assistance.
Oil Drain Plug — Drain engine oil here.
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