Briggs & Stratton 01975-0 - Manual (Page 9)

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Briggs & Stratton Power Products Home Standby Generator
Installation, Start-Up and Owner’s Manual
Shipment Contents
The Home Standby Generator is supplied with:
• Home Standby Generator
• Pre-attached mounting pad
• One 24” flexible hook-up hose
• Installation, start-up and owner’s manual
• Installation checklist
• Remote start switch with LED
• Oil drain tray
• Touch-up paint
• One spare 15A fuse
• LP conversion kit
• Roof hardware bag
Lifting the Generator
CAUTION! The generator weighs more than 280 pounds.
Proper tools, equipment and qualified personnel should be
used in all phases of handling and moving generator.
CAUTION! DO NOT lift unit by roof as damage to
generator will occur.
Lifting pockets are provided at each corner between the
base of the generator and its mounting pad. Retouch any
chipped paint with supplied touch-up paint.
Home Standby Generator Location
Before installing generator, consult with homeowner and
convey the following guidelines which may affect the
desired location.
Generator Clearances
The generator enclosure must be at least 5 ft. (152 cm)
from structures having combustible walls and/or other
combustible materials. Leave at least 3 ft. (92 cm) all around
the enclosure including the roof, for adequate cooling,
generator maintenance and servicing.
Place generator in a well ventilated area, which will allow
for removal of deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT install
generator where exhaust gas could accumulate and enter
inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied building.
Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any windows, doors,
ventilation intakes or other openings that can allow exhaust
gas to collect in a confined area (Figure 1). Prevailing winds
and air currents should be taken into consideration when
positioning generator.
General Location Guidelines
• Install the unit outdoors ONLY.
• Place the unit in a prepared location that is flat and has
provisions for water drainage.
• Install the unit where air inlet and outlet openings will
not become obstructed by leaves, grass, snow, etc. If
prevailing winds will cause blowing or drifting, you may
need to construct a windbreak to protect the unit.
• Install the generator as close as possible to the Transfer
Switch to reduce the length of wiring and conduit.
• Install the generator as close as possible to the fuel
supply to reduce length of pipes.
IMPORTANT: Laws or local codes may regulate the
distance to the fuel supply.
The Home Standby Generator is shipped already attached
to its mounting pad. Unless mandated by local code, a
concrete slab is not required.
If mandated by local code, construct a concrete slab at least
3 inches thick and 6 inches longer and wider than the unit.
Attach unit to slab with 1/4” diameter (minimum) masonry
anchor bolts long enough to retain the unit.
Figure 1 — Home Standby Generator Clearances
Exhaust
Port
• Operate generator ONLY outdoors.
• Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area through
windows, doors, ventilation intakes or other openings.
Running generator gives off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea,
fainting or death.
WARNING