Briggs & Stratton 30228 Portable Generator User Manual


 
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ASSEMBLY 8000W Portable Generator PowerBOSS™
11. Attach handles to handle brackets on generator frame,
as shown in Figure 1, with M8 x 45 mm capscrews, flat
washers, nylon washers, and M8 lock nuts.
NOTE: Be sure to install the nylon washers between the
handle brackets on the generator frame and the brackets
on the handle assembly.
12. Loop handle pins to generator frame as shown in
Figure 1. Raise handles and insert handle pins to move
generator.
13. Check each fastener to ensure it is secure and the
tires are inflated between 15-40 PSI.
Check Battery / Attach Negative
Battery Wire
The sealed battery on the generator is fully charged and
pre–installed except for the negative (black) battery cable.
To install:
1. Cut off tie wrap securing loose end of negative (black)
cable.
2. Remove nut and washer on negative battery terminal.
3. Slide negative battery cable over screw on negative
terminal (Figure 2).
4. Reattach washer and nut and tighten.
5. Verify that connections to battery and generator are
tight and secure.
BEFORE STARTING THE
ENGINE
Add Engine Oil
Place generator on a level surface.
Refer to engine owner’s manual and follow oil
recommendations and instructions.
NOTE: Check oil often during engine break–in. Refer to
engine owner’s manual for recommendations.
NOTE: The generator assembly rotates on a prelubricated
and sealed ball bearing that requires no additional
lubrication for the life of the bearing.
Add Fuel
NOTE: This gasoline engine is certified to operate on
gasoline. Exhaust Emission Control System: EM (Engine
Modifications).
1. Use clean, fresh, regular UNLEADED fuel with a
minimum of 85 octane. DO NOT use fuel which
contains Methanol. DO NOT mix oil with fuel.
2. Clean area around fuel fill cap, remove cap.
3. Slowly add regular unleaded fuel to fuel tank. Be careful
not to overfill.Allow about 1.5" of tank space for fuel
expansion (Figure 3).
4. Install fuel cap and wipe up any spilled fuel.
Figure 2 — Negative Battery Connection
Negative
Battery Cable
CAUTION
Refer to engine manual for oil fill information.
Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this
instruction will void warranty.
Any attempt to crank or start the engine before it has
been properly filled with the recommended oil will result
in equipment failure.
WHEN ADDING FUEL
Turn generator 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.
Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and
other ignition sources.
DO NOT light a cigarette or smoke.
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
WARNING
Fuel
Tank
1.5” Air Space
Figure 3 - Fuel Expansion