Briggs & Stratton 3250 Series, 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 - Spark Arrester Muffler — Exhaust muffler lowers engine
noise and is equipped with a spark arrester screen.
B - Engine Identification — Provides model, type and code
of engine. Please have these readily available if calling for
assistance.
C - Choke Lever — Used when starting a cold engine.
D - Fuel Valve — Used to turn fuel supply on and off to
engine.
E - Air Cleaner — Protects engine by filtering dust and
debris out of intake air.
F - Recoil Starter — Used to start the engine.
G - Oil Drain Plug — Drain engine oil here.
H - Oil Fill Cap — Check and add engine oil here.
J - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacle — 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.
K - 120/240 Volt AC, 20 Amp Locking Receptacle — May
be used to supply electrical power for the operation of
120 and/or 240 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 the generator
against electrical overload.
M - Fuel Tank — Capacity of four (4) U.S. gallons (15 L).
N - Rocker Switch — Set this switch to “ On ” before using
recoil starter. Set switch to “ Off ” to stop engine.
Items Not Shown:
Grounding Fastener
— Consult your local agency having
jurisdiction for grounding requirements in your area.
Identification Label — Provides model, revision, and serial
number of generator. Please have these readily available
when calling for assistance.
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