Briggs & Stratton 40220, Installation, Start-Up And Operator'S Manual

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INSTALLATION
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This manual contains important instructions that should be
followed during installation and maintenance of the generator
and battery.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your purchase of a Briggs & Stratton Home
Standby Generator. This product is intended for use as an
optional standby system which provides an alternate source of
electric power and to serve loads such as heating, refrigeration
systems, and communication systems that, when stopped
during any power outage, could cause discomfort, or the like.
This product DOES NOT qualify for emergency standby as
defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).
This manual is an important document and should be retained
by the owner after installation has been completed.
This manual contains installation, startup and adjustment
instructions for a Home Standby Generator that supplies
120/240 Volt, single phase, 60Hz devices. The Home Standby
Generator may be operated on LP vapor or natural gas fuel.
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 at any time without prior notice.
Briggs and Stratton has made every effort to provide for a
safe, streamlined and cost-effective installation. Because
each installation is unique, it is impossible to know of and
advise the trade of all conceivable procedures and methods
by which installation might be achieved. Neither could we
know of possible hazards and/or the results of each method
or procedure. For these reasons,
Only current licensed electrical and plumbing
contractors should attempt Home Standby
Generator installations. Installations must strictly
comply with all applicable codes, industry
standards and regulations.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and follow the instructions given in this manual,
especially the section regarding selecting essential circuits.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and
using your Home Standby Generator, as specified in this
manual.
INSTALLER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Read and follow the instructions given in this manual.
IMPORTANT: If operating the generator below 40°F, it is
recommended that a battery warmer be installed. If
operating the generator below 32°F, a battery warmer
MUST be installed.
This item is available at your local
servicing dealer.
INSTALLATION ASSISTANCE
For the Home Owner:
To help you make informed choices and communicate
effectively with your installation contractor(s),
Read and understand the
Owner Orientation Section of this manual
BEFORE contracting or starting
your Home Standby Generator installation.
To arrange for proper installation, contact the store at which
you purchased your Briggs & Stratton Standby Generator,
your dealer, a licensed electrician or your utility power
provider.
The Home Standby Generator Warranty is VOID
unless the generator is installed by licensed
electrical and plumbing professionals.
For the Installing Dealer/Contractor:
• For most applications, this manual contains all the
information required to properly install and start the Home
Standby Generator. This manual also describes essential
circuit selection, routine operation and owner maintenance
procedures.
• If you need more information, call 1-800-743-4115,
between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT.
The Emission Control System for this generator is warranted
for standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency and by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).