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BATTERY INSTALLATION
If you intend to use the power plant’s electric start system,
you will need to purchase a battery to operate it. Units
equipped with a recoil or rope start will operate satisfactorily
without a battery. A twelve volt battery, group U1 rated at
235 CCA or larger is recommended for this electric start
engine generator set. Follow the battery manufacturer's
recommendations for servicing and charging prior to use.
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
These electric start engines are NEGATIVE GROUND.
Use extreme caution when connecting the battery.
Connect the NEGATIVE battery terminal to GROUND.
For your safety always connect the positive battery cable to
the “bat+” terminal first. Then connect the negative battery
cable to the “bat-” terminal. Make sure all connections are
clean and tight. Reverse the sequence when disconnecting,
disconnect the negative cable first. These engines produce
enough direct current to keep a battery charged under
normal operating conditions, but were not intended to be
used as a battery charger.
WARNING: PERSONAL INJURY
Lead acid batteries produce explosive hydrogen gas
when charging. Keep sparks, flames, and burning
cigarettes away from the battery. Ventilate the area
when charging or using the battery in an enclosed
space. Lead acid batteries contain sulfuric acid, which
causes severe burns. If acid contacts eyes, skin or
clothing, flush well with water. For contact with eyes,
get immediate medical attention.
Battery Charging
Units equipped with electric start have a small flywheel
charger built into the engine flywheel assembly for
recharging the starting battery. This flywheel charger
generates a small AC current that passes through a diode at
the end of the charging lead to produce a DC charging
current of about 1 AMP. This circuit is not designed to be
used as a battery charging circuit to recharge dead
batteries.
LOW OIL LEVEL WARNING SYSTEM
This engine generator sets come equipped standard with
the Briggs & Stratton OILGARD warning system.
This low oil warning system will automatically stop the
engine when the oil level is low. This feature is designed to
reduce costly repairs and downtime.
The OILGARD system uses a sensor in the engine
crankcase to sense the oil level. If a low oil level condition
should occur during operation, the low oil module will
ground out the magneto impulse, “killing” the engine. To
get the engine restarted, you must add the required amount
of oil to the engine crankcase.
Use of the OILGARD system on applications that are
subject to shock, bumping or severe angles of operation (in
excess of 15 degrees) should be avoided. This is
especially true if an unexpected shutdown would cause a
safety hazard or serious inconvenience for the operator.
UNPACKING
CAUTION: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
THIS UNIT HAS BEEN SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. Failure
to maintain the engine oil at the proper level will result in
serious engine damage.
When you unpack your new ENGINE GENERATOR be sure
to remove all the information sheets and manuals from the
carton.
1. This power plant was in good order when shipped.
Inspect the power plant promptly after receiving it. If
damage is noted, notify the transportation company
immediately; request proper procedures for filing a
“concealed damage” claim. Title to the equipment and
responsibility for filing a claim rests with you when a
generator is sent F.O.B. shipping point. Only you can
legally file a claim.
2. Before proceeding with the preparation of your new
engine generator set for operation, take a couple of
minutes to insure that the unit you have received is the
correct model and review the specification pages in
this manual to insure that this unit fits your job
requirements.
UNIT PREPARATION
Before your engine generator was shipped from our factory it
was fully checked for performance. The generator was load
tested to its full capacity, and the voltage and frequency were
carefully checked and adjusted.
Lubrication
Before starting the engine, fill the crankcase to the proper
level with a good quality oil. The recommended grade of oil
and quantity of oil required is listed in the engine operator's
manual. The necessity of using the correct oil, and keeping
the crankcase full cannot be over emphasized. Engine
failures resulting from inadequate or improper lubricant are
considered abuse and are not covered by the generator or
the engine manufacturer's warranty.
Gasoline Fuel
When using gasoline always use a good grade of unleaded
fuel. Leaded gasoline may be used if unleaded is not
available. Gasoline containing alcohol, such as gasohol is
not recommended. However, if gasoline with alcohol is used,
it must not contain more than 10 percent Ethanol and must be
removed from the engine during storage. DO NOT use
gasoline containing methanol. Always insure that the fuel is
clean and free of all impurities.
WARNING: FIRE DANGER
Gasoline and its fumes are VERY explosive when proper
precautions are not taken.
Never use gasoline that has been stored for an extended
period of time as the fuel will lose its volatile properties and
you will be left with only the varnish residue. This varnish like
substance will clog the carburetor and will not burn properly.
The use of a fuel additive, such as STA-BIL, or an equivalent
will minimize the formation of fuel gum deposits. If a unit has
been out of operation for an extended period of time it is best
to drain old fuel from the engine and replace with fresh fuel
before attempting to start.
