Before starting the engine, Attach handle, Add engine oil and fuel – Briggs & Stratton Elite 01894 User Manual
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7000W Generator
Attach Handle
You will need two 1/2” or 13mm wrenches to attach handle.
1.
Attach handle to right side of generator frame (viewing
unit from front), as shown in Figure 2, with a 60 mm
capscrew, flat washers, nylon washers, and lock nut.
NOTE: DO NOT overtighten. Handle must be able to
move up and down freely.
2.
Raise handle and insert handle pin to move generator.
BEFORE STARTING THE
ENGINE
Add Engine Oil and Fuel
• Place generator on a level surface.
• Refer to engine owner’s manual and follow oil and fuel
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.
CAUTION
• Refer to engine manual for oil and fuel 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.
• Replace “1-1/2” with “2-1/4” fuel fill level given in engine manual.
• Failure to follow this instruction may cause fuel to overexpand
and spill from tank.
Fill tank to approximately 2-1/4” below top of neck to
allow for fuel expansion.
WARNING
60mm Capscrew
Nylon W
ashers
Flat Washers
Lock Nut
Handle Pin
Figure 2 — Attach Handle
Nut
Washer
Nylon Washer
Handle Bracket
Nylon Washer
Handle Bracket
Washer
60mm Capscrew
Handle Pin