Briggs & Stratton 01654 - Manual (Page 7)

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Portable Generator
ELECTRIC START
Your unit may be equipped with electric start capability but
can be started manually. If you choose not to use the
electric start feature, you do not need to install the battery.
If your unit does not have electric start, ignore this section.
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:
• Cut off tie wrap securing loose end of negative (black)
cable.
• Remove nut and washer on the negative battery terminal.
• Slide the negative battery cable over the screw on the
negative terminal (Figure 3).
• Reattach washer and nut and tighten.
• Verify that the connections to the battery and generator
are tight and secure.
BEFORE STARTING THE
ENGINE
Add Oil
CAUTION! Any attempt to crank or start the engine
before it has been properly filled with the recommended
oil may result in an engine failure.
To fill your engine with oil:
• Place generator on a level surface.
• Follow the oil grade recommendations and oil fill
instructions given in the engine owner’s manual.
NOTE: The generator’s revolving field rides on a
prelubricated and sealed ball bearing that requires no
additional lubrication for the life of the bearing.
Add Fuel
WARNING! NEVER fill fuel tank indoors. NEVER
fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot.Allow unit
to cool for two minutes before refueling. DO NOT
light a cigarette or smoke when filling the fuel tank.
WARNING! DO NOT overfill the fuel tank.
Always allow room for fuel expansion.
• Place generator on a level surface.
• Follow the fuel grade recommendations and fuel fill
instructions given in the engine owner’s manual.
Figure 3 — Negative Battery Connection
Positive battery cable
Screw
Negative
battery
cable
Washer
Nut