Briggs & Stratton 030213 - Manual (Page 10)

OPERATING THE GENERATOR
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RECEPTACLES
AC Voltmeter (Model 030213 Only)
Use the voltmeter as a visual aid. It indicates AC voltage.
If the meter indicates that AC output voltage is far below
230 Volts, engine speed or frequency may be too low.
Circuit Breaker
The model 030212 circuit breaker is rated at 10 Amps.
The model 030213 circuit breaker is rated at 15 Amps.
This circuit breaker, when tripped, will cut off power to
all 230 Volt outlets.To reset the breaker, set the switch to
the “On” position.When the switch is in the “Off”
position the engine may be running but no power is
supplied to the outlets.
230 Volt AC, 20 Amp, Locking
Receptacle
Use a compatible 3 prong plug with this receptacle
(Figure 5). Connect a 3-wire cord set rated 250 volts at
20 AC Amps to the plug.
For model 030212, this receptacle powers 230 Volt AC,
50 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 2,500 Watts of
power (2.5 kW) at 10 Amps for 230 Volts.
For model 030213, these receptacles power 230 Volt AC,
50 Hz, single phase loads requiring up to 2,800 Watts of
power (2.8 kW) at 12.1 Amps for 230 Volts total.
COLD WEATHER
OPERATION
Under certain weather conditions (temperatures below
40°F [4°C] combined with high humidity), your generator
may experience icing of the carburetor and/or the
crankcase breather system.To reduce this problem, you
need to perform the following:
1. Make sure generator has clean, fresh petrol.
2. Open petrol valve (turn valve to open position).
3. Use SAE 5W-30 oil (synthetic preferred, see engine
manual).
4. Check oil level daily or after every eight (8) hours of
operation.
5. Maintain generator following “Maintenance Schedule”
in engine manual.
6. Shelter unit from elements.
• NEVER attempt to power a device requiring more
amperage than generator or receptacle can supply.
• DO NOT overload the generator. See “Don’t Overload
Generator”.
Receptacles may be marked with rating value greater
than generator output capacity.
CAUTION 3-Wire Cord Set
230V
Ground
Figure 5 — 230 Volt AC, 20 Amp Receptacle