3250 Watt Portable Generator Operator’s Manual

1 Manual No. 204109GS Revision - (05/07/2007)BRIGGS & STRATTON POWER PRODUCTS GROUP, LLCJEFFERSON, WISCONSIN, watt Portable GeneratorOperator s & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC900 North ParkwayJefferson, WI 53549 Copyright 2007 Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group,LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this material may bereproduced or transmitted in any form by any means withoutthe express written permission of Briggs & Stratton PowerProducts Group, is a registered trademark of MTD Products Inc and is used underlicense to Briggs & Stratton Power youfor purchasing this quality-built Troy-Bilt Generator . We are pleased that you ve placed your confidence in theTroy-Bilt brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this Manual , your Troy-Bilt Generator willprovide many years of dependable Manual containssafety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with generators and how toavoid them.

2 Because Troy-Bilt does not necessarily know all the applications this Generator could be used for, it is importantthat you read and understand these instructions thoroughly before attempting to start or operate this equipment. Save theseinstructions for future Generator requires final assembly before to the Assemblysection of this Manual for instructions on finalassembly procedures. Follow the instructions to Find UsYou never have to look far to find Briggs & Stratton support and service for your Generator . Consult your Yellow Pages. Thereare over 30,000 Briggs & Stratton authorized service dealers worldwide who provide quality service. You can also contactTroy-Bilt Customer Service by phone at (888) 611-6708, or on the Internet at NumberRevisionSerial NumberEngineModel NumberType NumberCode NumberDate PurchasedTable of ContentsOperator Safety.

3 4 Equipment Description.. 4 Safety Rules.. 4 Assembly .. 7 Unpack Generator .. 7 Shipment Contents .. 7 Install Wheel Kit.. 7 Verify Engine Oil Level .. 8 Add Fuel.. 8 System Ground .. 9 Connecting to a Building s Electrical System .. 9 Generator Location .. 9 Features and Controls .. 10 Cord Sets and Receptacles .. 11 Operation .. 12 Starting the Engine .. 12 Connecting Electrical Loads.. 13 Stopping the Engine.. 13 Don t Overload Generator .. 14 Maintenance .. 15 Maintenance Schedule .. 15 Generator Maintenance .. 15 Engine Maintenance.. 16 Storage .. 19 Troubleshooting .. 20 Warranties.. 21 Emissions Control System Warranty .. 21 Generator Owner Warranty .. 23 Specifications .. 24 Product Specifications .. 24 Common Service Parts .. 243 Espa olOperator SafetyEquipment DescriptionRead this Manual carefully and become familiarwith your Generator .

4 Know its applications, itslimitations and any hazards Generator is an engine driven, revolving field, alternatingcurrent (AC) Generator . It was designed to supply electricalpower for operating compatible electrical lighting, appliances,tools and motor loads. The Generator s revolving field isdriven at about 3,600 rpm by a single-cylinder effort has been made to ensure that the information inthis Manual is both accurate and current. However, themanufacturer reserves the right to change, alter or otherwiseimprove the Generator and this documentation at any timewithout prior Emission Control System for this Generator is warrantedfor standards set by the Environmental Protection Agencyand the california Air Resources RulesThis is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alertyou to potential personal injury hazards.

5 Obey allsafety messages that follow this symbol to avoidpossible injury or safety alert symbol () is used with a signal word(DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION), a pictorial and/or a safetymessage to alert you to hazards. DANGER indicates a hazardwhich, if not avoided, will result in death or serious a hazard which, if not avoided, couldresult in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazardwhich, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderateinjury. NOTICE indicates a situation that could result inequipment damage. Follow safety messages to avoid orreduce the risk of injury or manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possiblecircumstance that might involve a hazard. The warnings inthis Manual , and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are,therefore, not all-inclusive. If you use a procedure, workmethod or operating technique that the manufacturer doesnot specifically recommend, you must satisfy yourself that itis safe for you and others.

6 You must also make sure that theprocedure, work method or operating technique that youchoose does not render the Generator Symbols and MeaningsA - ExplosionF - Hot SurfaceB - FireG - Flying ObjectsC - Electric ShockH - Moving PartsD - Toxic FumesJ - Read ManualE - THESE INSTRUCTIONSNOTICEE xceeding generators wattage/amperage capacity candamage Generator and/or electrical devices connected to it. DO NOT exceed the Generator s wattage / amperage capacity. SeeDon t Overload Generatorin the engine gives off carbon monoxide, anodorless, colorless, poison carbon monoxide can cause headache,fatigue, dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures,nausea, fainting or death. Operate Generator ONLY outdoors. Install a battery operated carbon monoxide alarm near thebedrooms. Keep exhaust gas from entering a confined area throughwindows, doors, ventilation intakes, or other openings.

7 DO NOT start or run engine indoors or in an enclosed area,(even if windows and doors are open), including the generatorcompartment of a recreational vehicle (RV).5 WARNINGThe engine exhaust from this product containschemicals known to the State of california to causecancer, birth defects, or other reproductive produces hazardous to isolate Generator from power utility canresult in death or injury to electric utility workersdue to backfeed of electrical energy. When using Generator for backup power, notify utility approved transfer equipment to isolate Generator fromelectric utility. Use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) in any damp orhighly conductive area, such as metal decking or steel work. DO NOT touch bare wires or receptacles. DO NOT use Generator with electrical cords which are worn,frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.

8 DO NOT operate Generator in the rain or wet weather. DO NOT handle Generator or electrical cords while standing inwater, while barefoot, or while hands or feet are wet. DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate orservice cord kickback (rapid retraction) can resultin bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and armtoward engine faster than you can let bones, fractures, bruises, or sprainscould result. When starting engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt andthen pull rapidly to avoid kickback. NEVER start or stop engine with electrical devices plugged inand turned and its vapors are extremely flammable or explosion can cause severe burns ADDING OR DRAINING FUEL Turn Generator OFF and let it cool at least 2 minutes beforeremoving fuel cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure intank.

9 Fill or drain fuel tank outdoors. DO NOT overfill tank. Allow space for fuel expansion. If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine. Keep fuel away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, andother ignition sources. DO NOT light a cigarette or STARTING EQUIPMENT Ensure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap, and air cleaner are in place. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug OPERATING EQUIPMENT DO NOT tip engine or equipment at angle which causes fuel tospill. This Generator is not for use in mobile equipment or TRANSPORTING OR REPAIRING EQUIPMENT Transport / repair with fuel tank EMPTY or with fuel shutoff valveOFF. Disconnect spark plug STORING FUEL OR EQUIPMENT WITH FUEL IN TANK Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers,or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition sourcebecause they can ignite fuel This Generator does not meet U.

10 S. Coast Guard Regulation33 CFR-183 and should not be used on marine applications. Failure to use the appropriate U. S. Coast Guard approvedgenerator could result in death or serious injury and/orproperty with muffler area can result in 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 ( m) of clearance on all sides ofgenerator including overhead. Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 36 Parks, Forests, andPublic Property require equipment powered by an internalcombustion engine to have a spark arrester, maintained ineffective working order, complying to USDA Forest servicestandard 5100-1C or later revision. In the State of california aspark arrester is required under section 4442 of the CaliforniaPublic resources code.