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    Printed in U.S.A. Manual No. 195693GS Revision E (05/29/2007) 8000 W att Portable Generator Operator’ s Manual BRIGGS & STRA TTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP , LLC JEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, U.S.A.[...]

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    2 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC 900 North Parkway Jefferson, WI 53549 Copyright © 2007 Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this material may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means without the express written permission of Briggs & Stratton Power[...]

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    T able of Contents Operator Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Equipment Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Assembly . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    Operator Safety Equipment Description Read this manual carefully and become familiar with your generator. Know its applications, its limitations and any hazards involved. The generator is an engine–driven, revolving field, alternating current (AC) generator. It was designed to supply electrical power for operating compatible electrical lighting, [...]

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    5 W ARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. W ARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage. Failure to isolate generator from power utility can result in death or injury to electric utility workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.[...]

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    6 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM W ARNING Contact with muffler area can result in serious burns. Exhaust heat / gases can ignite combustibles, structures or damage fuel tank causing a fire. • DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases. • Allow equipment to cool before touching. • Keep at least 5 feet (1.5 m) of clearance on all sides of genera[...]

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    7 Assembly Your generator requires some assembly and is ready for use after it has been properly serviced with the recommended fuel and oil. If you have any problems with the assembly of your generator, please call the generator helpline at (800) 743-4115 . If calling for assistance, please have the model, revision, and serial number from the data [...]

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    Add Engine Oil 1. Place generator on a flat, level surface. 2. Clean area around oil fill and remove yellow oil fill cap. NOTE: See Oil in Engine Maintenance to review oil recommendations. Verify provided oil bottle is correct viscosity for current ambient temperature. 3. Using oil funnel (optional), slowly pour contents of provided oil bottle into[...]

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    9 Attach Negative Battery Cable Your unit is 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 connect the negative battery cable. The sealed battery on the generator pre–installed except for the negative (black) battery cable. To install: 1. Cut off tie wr[...]

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    Generator Location Clearances and Air Movement Place generator outdoors in an area that will not accumulate deadly exhaust gas. DO NOT place generator where exhaust gas ( A ) 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 open[...]

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    11 Features and Controls Read this Operator’s Manual and safety rules before operating your generator. Compare the illustrations with your generator, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. A - 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Duplex Receptacles — May be used to supply electrica[...]

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    Cord Sets and Receptacles Use only high quality, well-insulated, grounded extension cords with the generator’s 120 Volt duplex receptacle. Inspect extension cords before each use. Check the ratings of all extension cords before you use them. Extension cord sets used should be rated for 125 Volt AC loads at 20 Amps or greater for most electrical d[...]

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    13 Battery Float Charger Use battery float charger jack to keep the starting battery charged and ready for use. Battery charging should be done in a dry location, such as inside a garage. 1. Plug charger into unit’s “Battery Float Charger” jack, which is located next to the start switch. Plug battery charger into a 120 Volt AC wall receptacle[...]

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    14 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM Operation Starting the Engine IMPORTANT: Always unplug the battery float charger before starting the generator. Disconnect all electrical loads from the generator. Use the following start instructions: 1. Make sure unit is on a level surface. IMPORTANT: Failure to start and operate the unit on a level surface will cause the[...]

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    15 Connecting Electrical Loads 1. Let engine stabilize and warm up for a few minutes after starting. 2. Plug in and turn on the desired 120 and/or 240 Volt AC, single phase, 60 Hz electrical loads. NOTE: • DO NOT connect 240 Volt loads to the 120 Volt duplex receptacles. • DO NOT connect 3-phase loads to the generator. • DO NOT connect 50 Hz [...]

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    16 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM Creating a Temporary Shelter 1. In an emergency, use the original shipping carton. 2. Cut off top carton flaps and one long side of carton to expose muffler side of unit. If required, tape up other sides of carton to fit over generator as shown. NOTE: If required, remove wheel kit to fit carton over generator as shown. 3. C[...]

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    17 Don’t Overload Generator Capacity You must make sure your generator can supply enough rated (running) and surge (starting) watts for the items you will power at the same time. Follow these simple steps: 1. Select the items you will power at the same time. 2. Total the rated (running) watts of these items. This is the amount of power your gener[...]

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    18 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Follow the hourly or calendar intervals, whichever occurs first. More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions noted below. 1 Change oil after the first (5) operating hours and every 50 hours or every year, whichever occurs first, thereafter. Change oil sooner when o[...]

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    19 • Use a soft bristle brush to loosen caked on dirt or oil. • Use a vacuum cleaner to pick up loose dirt and debris. Battery Maintenance Other than float charging, described elsewhere, no maintenance is required for the starting battery. Keep the battery and terminals clean and dry. IMPORTANT: Battery charging should be performed in a dry loc[...]

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    Changing Engine Oil Change the oil after the first 5 hours of operation. Change oil every 50 hours thereafter. If you are using your generator under extremely dirty or dusty conditions, or in extremely hot weather, change the oil more often. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DON’T POLLUTE. CONSERVE RESOURCES. RETURN USED OIL TO COLLECTION CENTERS. C[...]

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    21 4. Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or porcelain is cracked. Use the recommended replacement spark plug. See Specifications . 5. Install spark plug and tighten firmly. Service Spark Arrester The engine exhaust muffler has a spark arrester screen. Inspect and clean the screen every 100 hours of operation or once each year, whic[...]

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    22 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM Storage The generator should be started at least once every seven days and allowed to run at least 30 minutes. If this cannot be done and you must store the unit for more than 30 days, use the following guidelines to prepare it for storage. Generator Storage • Clean the generator as outlined in Cleaning . • Check that c[...]

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    23 T roubleshooting Problem Cause Correction Engine is running, but no AC output is available. 1. One of the circuit breakers is open. 2. Fault in generator. 3. Poor connection or defective cord set. 4. Connected device is bad. 1. Reset circuit breaker. 2. Contact authorized service facility. 3. Check and repair. 4. Connect another device that is i[...]

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    24 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM W arranties Emissions Control System Warranty Briggs & Stratton Corporation (B&S), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Owner’s Defect Warranty Rights and Obligations) California, United States and Ca[...]

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    25 2. Length of Coverage B&S warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the Warranted Parts shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship which caused the failure of the Warranted Parts for a period of two years from the date the engine is delivered to a retail purchaser. 3. No Charge Repair or replacement of any[...]

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    26 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC PORTABLE GENERATOR OWNER WARRANTY POLICY LIMITED WARRANTY Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC will repair or replace, free of charge, any part(s) of the portable generator that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submi[...]

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    28 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM Portable Generator Power Ratings: The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating performance has been obtained and corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-05). [...]